The Department of Classical and Near Eastern Studies at the
University of Minnesota invites applications for two positions.

Position 1
We seek a full-time, academic year (08/25/08-05/24/09) Temporary
Assistant Professor in Classics to begin fall semester, 08/25/08.
This is a one year, sabbatical replacement position. The successful
candidate will be a specialist in Greek literature and culture. The
teaching load for a full-time assistant professor is 2 courses per
semester. The appointee is expected to have an active research
program and participate fully in department and professional service
activities. Courses will consist of: a large introductory lecture
course in Greek civilization, a more advanced undergraduate lecture
course focusing on a specific period of Greek civilization, one
course in intermediate Greek or Latin, and a graduate reading course
in Greek. PhD required by start of position.

Position 2
We seek a full-time, academic year (08/25/08-05/24/09) Lecturer in
Classics to begin fall semester, 08/25/08. This is a one year,
sabbatical replacement position. The successful candidate will be a
specialist in Latin literature and Roman civilization. The teaching
load for a full-time lecturer is three courses per semester. Courses
will include a lecture course in translation on early imperial Rome,
intermediate Latin prose, and intermediate Latin or Greek poetry. PhD
required by start of position.

Please send a cover letter indicating which position is sought, a cv,
three letters of recommendation, and evidence of successful teaching.
Fullest consideration will be given to applications received by April
1, 2008, but the positions will remain open until filled. Interviews with
selected candidates will be conducted at the April 17-19 meeting of CAMWS
in Tucson, Arizona, or by telephone with selected candidates who cannot
attend. Applicants should indicate whether they will be in Tucson.

All applications must be submitted online. To create an application, please
visit the following website:
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* To apply for the Temporary Assistant Professor position, please
refer to requisition number 154212.
* To apply for the Lecturer position, please refer to requisition
number 154246.


For more information about applying online, please contact the
department at 612-625-3465.

For further information about the department, please visit our
website at http://cnes.cla.umn.edu


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