UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY - SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA
Lecturer in Roman History
Department of Classics and Ancient History,
School of Philosophical and Historical Inquiry, Faculty of Arts
Reference No. 560/0909
The University of Sydney is one of Australia's premier universities with an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence. It employs over 6,800 permanent staff supporting over 46,000 students.
The University of Sydney's Faculty of Arts has a proud history and tradition of intellectual rigour. It offers one of the most comprehensive and diverse range of humanities and social science studies in the Asia Pacific, and a vibrant research and teaching environment.
The School of Philosophical and Historical Inquiry (SOPHI) is one of four schools in the Faculty of Arts, made up of the Departments of Archaeology, Classics and Ancient History, Gender and Cultural Studies, History and Philosophy. The School brings together an exciting group of academics and students who participate in a wide array of undergraduate and postgraduate programs. It is home to some of the leading researchers and teachers in Australia and the world, as well as regularly hosting prominent visitors and international colloquia.
The School is seeking a Roman Historian for a continuing post, starting as a Lecturer (Level B) in the Department of Classics and Ancient History, to commence in January or July of 2010. Preference will be given to candidates with an established research record in the field of Republican Roman History. An additional expertise and interest in Hellenistic history is desirable. If successful, you will be expected to teach broadly across the major divisions of the department's undergraduate curriculum, which includes Latin & Greek as well as Ancient History, and to participate in graduate teaching and supervision as appropriate.
The Department of Classics and Ancient History at the University of Sydney is internationally recognized for its excellence in research and teaching in all aspects of Greco-Roman antiquity (http://www.arts.usyd.edu.au/departs/cah). It collaborates closely with members of the sister Departments of Archaeology and Philosophy whose expertise lies in the ancient world.
The department is currently enjoying an exciting period of renewal and growth. This includes participation in the newly established Centre for Classical and Near Eastern Studies of Australia, in collaboration with the Australian Archaeological Institute at Athens, the Near Eastern Archaeological Foundation and others. The successful applicants will be expected to contribute to its vibrant research future.
The position is full time continuing appointment subject to the completion of a satisfactory probation period for new appointees. Membership of a University approved superannuation scheme is a condition of employment for new appointees.
Remuneration package: a competitive remuneration package is available consisting of a Level B salary range ($76,250.00 - $90,546); plus leave loading and up to 17% employer's contribution to superannuation.
All applications must be submitted online. For more information and to apply, please use Reference No. 560/0909 and visit the following web link: http://usyd.edu.au/positions
Closing Date: Consideration of applicants will begin on 7 November, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled.
The University is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Applications from equity target groups and women are encouraged.