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Assistant Professor of Classical Studies
The Department of Classical Studies at the University of Richmond seeks applications for a tenure track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in fall 2010. The position is for a specialist in classical literature, who is interested in contributing to a thorough revision of our Latin curriculum, including designing new upper-level seminars in Latin literature. The successful candidate must be committed to excellence in teaching Greek, Latin and Classical Civilization at all undergraduate levels, and have a strong research program. Research projects that could potentially involve undergraduate majors are of particular interest.
Applicants should apply online at the University of Richmond Online Employment website using the Faculty (Instructional/Research) link. Applicants will be asked to supply electronically a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a teaching statement (including teaching philosophy and teaching experience), a statement describing the applicant's research agenda for the next six years, and a writing sample. Applicants should arrange for three letters of recommendation, including at least one that addresses teaching effectiveness and potential, to be sent directly by the referee either via e-mail or regular mail to Dean Simpson, Department of Classical Studies, North Court Room 209, University of Richmond, VA 23173. The review of applications begins December 1, 2009, and continues until the position is filled. Requests for more information may be sent to Dean Simpson. Selected candidates will be interviewed at the APA meeting in Anaheim, CA.
The University of Richmond is a highly selective private institution dedicated to excellence in both teaching and scholarship. For information about the department, resources, and course offerings, please see the department's Web site.
The University of Richmond is committed to developing a diverse workforce and student body and to supporting an inclusive campus community. In keeping with this commitment, our academic community strongly encourages applications from candidates who will contribute to these goals. The University of Richmond has a generous family leave policy, offers employment benefits to domestic partners, and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, status as a veteran or any classification protected by local, state or federal law.
