WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY - Kalamazoo, MI
Assistant Professor of Classics. The Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures at Western Michigan University seeks applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Classics, beginning Fall 2001. Ph.D. in Classics or evidence of imminent award required. Candidate should have genuine commitment to teaching a variety of courses in Greek, Latin, mythology, and literature in translation, at all undergraduate levels. Ability and desire to assist graduate student research in fields such as history, medieval studies, philosophy, and religion. Commitment to research in field is essential. College teaching experience and publications desirable. As site of the Medieval Institute and host of the annual International Congress on Medieval Studies, Western Michigan University offers abundant opportunities for research and professional activities in Classics. The successful candidate should be an enthusiastic teacher/scholar who is interested in contributing to the continued growth of the Classics program on campus, as well as in promoting the Classics in area schools. Western Michigan University, a student-centered research institution, is an equal opportunity employer. Applications from underrepresented groups are encouraged. Please send letter of application, vita, transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and statement of research plans to: John Benson, Chairperson, Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5338. Fax: (616) 387-3103; e-mail: john.benson@wmich.edu. Review of applications will begin November 6, 2000, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.