From: Geoffrey Greatrex, Université d'Ottawa                                     <Back>
                <greatrex@uottawa.ca>

POSTE EN ÉTUDES ANCIENNES

Le Département des études anciennes et de sciences des religions de l'UNIVERSITÉ D'OTTAWA sollicite des candidatures pour un poste de professeur au rang d'adjoint menant à la permanence, ouvert à partir du 1er juillet 2003.

Domaine de spécialisation: littérature et histoire grecques.

ï Le candidat ou la candidate devra être titulaire d'un doctorat pertinent en études anciennes et disposer de publications à caractère universitaire (un minimum de trois) pour être reconnu apte à diriger des études supérieures à l'Université d'Ottawa.
ï La plupart de l'enseignement au niveau du baccalauréat concernera l'histoire et la littérature grecques de l'époque classique.  Mais puisque le département est en train de concentrer son programme de maîtrise sur l'antiquité tardive (200-700 apr. J.-C.), on donnera la préférence aux candidates et candidats qui feront la preuve de leur compétence dans l'étude de cette période.
ï Il ou elle doit avoir une maîtrise suffisante des langues française et anglaise pour pouvoir enseigner et diriger des recherches en l'une et l'autre, aux premier, deuxième et troisième cycles, soit du niveau du baccalauréat au doctorat. Au niveau du baccalauréat, l'enseignement se fera principalement en langue française.
ï Le traitement et la charge de travail seront en conformité avec la convention collective.
ï Toutes les personnes qualifiées sont encouragées à poser leur candidature.  Toutefois, cette offre s'adresse de préférence aux citoyens canadiens et aux résidents permanents.  L'Université a une politique d'équité en matière d'emploi.  Les femmes sont fortement encouragées à poser leur candidature.
ï Le dossier de candidature comprenant lettre de présentation, curriculum vitae, une ou deux publications récentes et trois lettres de recommandation devra parvenir au plus tard le 1 décembre 2002 à : Monsieur Geoffrey Greatrex, directeur intérimaire, Département des études anciennes et de sciences des religions, Université d'Ottawa, 70, avenue Laurier est, Ottawa (Ontario), Canada  K1N 6N5. Tél. 613-562-5714. Télécop. 613-562-5991. <greatrex@uottawa.ca>

POSITION IN CLASSICS

The Department of Classics and Religious Studies of the UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA announces the opening of a full-time, tenure-track position for an assistant professor starting 1 July 2003.

Field of specialization: Greek literature and history

ï PhD relevant to the field of Classics is required.  Candidates should have sufficient refereed publications (minimum three) to qualify for supervising graduate research at the University of Ottawa.
ï Most of the teaching at the undergraduate level will deal with Greek history and literature of the classical period.  But since the department is in the process of focusing its M.A. programme on Late Antiquity (A.D. 200-700), preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated expertise in this period.
ï The successful candidate will be expected to teach and direct research at the undergraduate and graduate levels in both French and English, and this immediately and competently upon assuming the position. The bulk of the undergraduate teaching load will be in French.
ï Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience, and consistent with the University's Collective Agreement.
ï All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply;  however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.  Equity is a University policy.  The University strongly encourages applications from women.
ï Applications, including a curriculum vitae, one or two recent publications, and three letters of reference, should reach the department by 1 December 2002.  Address to: Dr. Geoffrey Greatrex, Acting Chair, Department of Classics and Religious Studies, University of Ottawa, 70 Laurier Avenue East, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1N 6N5. Tel. 613-562-5714. Fax 613-562-5991. <greatrex@uottawa.ca>

From: Brad Inwood, University of Toronto                                     <Back>
                     <chair.classics@utoronto.ca>

The Department of Classics at the University of Toronto is soliciting applications for a tenure-stream position in Greek history at the rank of assistant or associate professor.  The successful applicant will have demonstrated excellence in research and teaching, and will be expected to contribute to a growing and research-intensive doctoral programme and to a thriving undergraduate programme in Greek, Latin, and Classical Civilization; an ability to teach Greek prose authors at all levels is required.  The department is particularly interested in candidates who combine a thorough training in Classics with an interest in other humanities disciplines.

The appointment will begin 1 July 2003; an appropriate doctoral degree must have been earned by that date.  Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Applications should include: a curriculum vitae, a sample of academic writing, evidence of excellence in teaching, and a short description of the applicantís current research plans.  Applicants should also arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent to: Greek History Search Committee, Dept. of Classics, University of Toronto, 97 St. George Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5S 2E8.

To ensure full consideration, the application should be received by November 15, 2002.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community.  The University especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Any enquiries about the application should be sent to <chair.classics@utoronto.ca>

From: Brad Inwood, University of Toronto                                                    <Back>
                    <chair.classics@utoronto.ca>

Tenure-stream position in Roman history
Assistant Professor

The Department of Classics at the University of Toronto is soliciting applications for a tenure-stream position in Roman history at the rank of assistant professor.  The successful applicant will have demonstrated excellence in research and teaching and be expected to contribute to a growing and research-intensive doctoral programme and to a thriving undergraduate programme in Greek, Latin, and Classical Civilization; an ability to teach Latin prose authors at all levels is required.  The department is particularly interested in candidates who combine a thorough training in Classics with an interest in other humanities disciplines.

The appointment will begin 1 July 2003; an appropriate doctoral degree must have been earned by that date. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Applications should include: a curriculum vitae, a sample of academic writing, evidence of excellence in teaching, and a short description of the applicantís current research plans.  Applicants should also arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent to: Roman History Search Committee, Dept. of Classics, University of Toronto 97 St. George Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5S 2E8.

To ensure full consideration, the application should be received by November 15, 2002.

The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community. The University especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Any enquiries about the application should be sent to <chair.classics@utoronto.ca>

From: Cathy Bolton, Concordia University                                      <Back>
                    <cbolton@vax2.concordia.ca>

Tenure-track position in classical Archaeology

The Department of Classics, Modern Languages and Linguistics invites applications for one tenure-track position in classical Archaeology (research field open).  The ideal candidate must have a PhD and a demonstrated commitment to research, as well as excellence in teaching.  The ability to teach courses in ancient Greek and Latin is an asset.  Subject to budgetary approval, we anticipate filling this position, normally at the rank of Assistant Professor, for July 1, 2003.   Please forward all applications to Dr. Catherine Vallejo, Chair, Dept. of Classics, Modern Languages and Linguistics, 1455 de Maisonneuve Bldv. W., Montreal, QC, H3G 1M8 (vallejo@alcor.concordia.ca).  Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2002 and continue until the position is filled.  Applications should consists of a letter of intent, a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, a statement of teaching and research interest and three letters of reference.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.  Concordia University is committed to Employment Equity and encourages applications from women, aboriginal peoples, visible minorities and disabled persons.

From: Ian Worthington, University of Missouri-Columbia                                <Back>
                    <worthingtoni@missouri.edu>

FORDYCE MITCHEL MEMORIAL LECTURE SERIES
UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI-COLUMBIA

The 2002 Mitchel Lecturer is Professor Carol Thomas (University of Washington), who will be a guest of the Department of History from 23-28 September.  Her topic, "In the Case of Perses and Hesiod," deals with the dynamics of ancient Greek society at the end of the Dark Ages.  Professor Thomas will deliver four talks on this topic: "Finding People in Early Greece," "History Without People," "Launching the Argo," and "The Birth of the Author."

The 2004 Mitchel Lecturer will be Mogens Hansen and the 2006 Mitchel Lecturer will be Stephen Hodkinson.

For further details contact Ian Worthington <WorthingtonI@missouri.edu>.