UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER – ROCHESTER, NY
The Department of Religion and Classics of the University of Rochester invites applications for a tenure-track appointment as Assistant Professor of Classics, with specialization in Roman archaeology. PhD or scheduled completion by July, 2008 required. The successful candidate will have outstanding potential for scholarly distinction and demonstrated excellence in teaching, and will be expected to make distinguished contributions to the growth and enhancement of classics at the University through publication, teaching, and co-curricular activities. Expected course offerings (taught in English) include classical studies encompassing ancient history, archaeology, and the religion and culture of the ancient Mediterranean world; competence to teach Latin and Greek at all levels is desirable. The candidate will be actively involved with other faculty in the development of an exciting new interdisciplinary program in Engineering, Architecture, and Archaeology. Ability to offer a summer study-abroad course in archaeology in Italy or elsewhere in the Mediterranean region is highly desirable. Send full dossier, including writing samples and at least three letters of recommendation to: Classical Archaeology Search, Department of Religion Classics, 430 Rush Rhees Library, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY 14627. For inquiries, please call Evalyn Hartleben at 585-275-5378. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled, but December 10, 2007 is the deadline for applicants to be interviewed at the January meetings of the American Philological Association meetings in Chicago. The University of Rochester, a private research university, is an equal opportunity employer. The University has a strong commitment to diversity and actively encourages applications from candidates from groups underrepresented in higher education.
