[1] Positions available (York [2])

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From: Jonathan Edmondson, York University
    <jedmond@yorku.ca>

The Department of History (Arts) and the Programme in Classical Studies invite applications for a contractually-limited appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in Greek and Roman Social History, to commence 1 July 2001 for a period of one year.  Required qualifications include completion, by 1 September 2001, of all requirements for a Ph.D. or equivalent in Ancient History or Classics with a concentration on Ancient History, an ongoing programme of research in Greek and/or Roman Social History, and teaching experience.  Candidates will be expected to teach Greek and Roman Social History and Latin at the introductory and advanced levels.  Preference will be given to those who specialize in
the area of women's and/or gender history.  Salary is for an entry-level position and subject to budgetary approval. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, this advertisement is directed to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Applicants should send a letter of application, together with a curriculum vitae and a sample of their writing to Professor Richard C. Hoffmann, Interim Chair, Department of History, York University, 4700 Keele Street, Toronto, Ontario, M3J 1P3, Canada no later than 7 May 2001, and arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation to reach the department by the same date.

The Department of History welcomes applications from women, racial/visible minorities, persons with disabilities and aboriginal peoples. For many years, York University has had a policy of employment equity including affirmative action for women faculty and librarians. Recently, York has included racial/visible minorities, persons with disabilities and aboriginal peoples in its affirmative action program. Persons who are members of one or more of these three groups are encouraged to self identify during the selection process.  Please note that candidates from these three groups will be considered within the priorities of the affirmative action program only if they self identify. The affirmative action program can be found on York's web site at www.yorku.ca or a copy can be obtained by calling the affirmative action office at (416) 736-5713.

The Division of Humanities at York University invites applications for a contractually limited appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in Christian Origins and Classical Studies, to commence 1 July 2001 for a period of one year with possible renewal for a second year. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in the Programmes in Religious Studies and Classical Studies within the Division of Humanities. The courses will include "The Founders of Christianity" (to about 150 CE) and courses from among the Divisional offerings in Greek and Roman culture. The successful candidate must be able to teach Ancient Greek at the intermediate level. A Ph.D or nearly completed Ph.D in early Christianity and/or Classical Studies is required. The Division of Humanities actively promotes scholarship and teaching across disciplinary and cultural boundaries, and applicants should show evidence of experience in interdisciplinary teaching and research. This position is subject to budgetary approval. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, this advertisement is directed to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Applicants should send a letter of application, together with a curriculum vitae, and a sample of written work to Professor Martin Lockshin, Interim Chair, Division of Humanities, York University, 4700 Keele St., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M3J 1P3 no later than 7 May 2001, and should arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation to reach the Division of Humanities by the same date.

For many years, York University has had a policy of employment equity including affirmative action for women faculty and librarians. Recently, York has included racial/visible minorities, persons with disabilities and aboriginal peoples in its affirmative action program. Persons who are members of one or more of these groups are encouraged to self identify during the selection process. Please note that candidates from these three groups will be considered within the priorities of the affirmative action program only if they self identify. Humanities welcome applications from women, racial/visible minorities, persons with disabilities and aboriginal peoples. The affirmative action program can be obtained by calling the affirmative action office at (416) 736-5713.

Next regular issue 2001 05 15
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