October 7, 2003

American School of Classical Studies at Athens

DIRECTORS OF THE SUMMER SESSIONS
(GERTRUDE SMITH PROFESSORS)
Two Positions

Term: Summer 2005.

Compensation: Stipend commensurate with rank: ranging from $6,000 to $8,000 plus travel and expenses.

Qualifications: Former membership in the School.  At least two years' teaching in a post-secondary educational institution.  Qualified applicants in all areas of classics, including history, art history, languages, and archaeology, are encouraged to apply.  Some knowledge of modern Greek. Stamina, good health and a sense of humor.  Further information posted on the ASCSA web site: www.ascsa.edu.gr.

Duties: To plan the itinerary, in consultation with the staff in Athens, at least six months prior to the session.  To collaborate with the Committee on the Summer Sessions in membership selection.  To correspond with members concerning travel, equipment, academic requirements, etc.  To supervise all aspects of the program in Greece, including teaching, coordinating with on-site expert lecturers, keeping a detailed log of the sessions, and submitting a report to the Director.

Application: A letter of application, a curriculum vitae and three letters of support should be sent to:
Prof. Timothy F. Winters
Chair, Committee on the Summer Sessions
Austin Peay State University
Dept. of Languages & Literature
P.O. Box 4487
Clarksville, TN 37044
winterst@apsu.edu

POSTMARK DEADLINE:  JANUARY 15, 2004.
The appointments will be announced by March 15, 2004.

RESEARCH PROFESSORSHIP

Malcolm H. Wiener Visiting Research Professor
at the Wiener Laboratory of the American School of Classical Studies at Athens

Term: Early September to June 1, to coincide with the American School's academic year.  It is expected that the applicant will maintain a physical presence at the Wiener Laboratory.

Compensation: Maximum $35,000 for ten-month project. (Projects of shorter duration may be considered).

Qualifications:     Postdoctoral scholars and professionals in fields relevant to the research interests of the Wiener Laboratory of the American School, including: physical anthropology, zooarchaeology, geoarchaeology and environmental sciences.

Application: a)  Cover letter naming the applicant, current research interests, and title and brief description of the proposed research project. b)  Statement (up to five pages) of the proposed research project to be completed during the term of the professorship, including research goals, explicit methodology to be used and relevant bibliography, materials and collections to be studied, timetable and publication schedule, equipment/resources needed while at the Wiener Laboratory, and the reasons the project should occur in Athens at the Wiener Laboratory. c)  Copies of permit(s) from relevant authorities and letters of permission from excavation or project directors to study proposed materials. d)  One page description of proposed Wiener Laboratory contribution to the academic program. Candidates who can enrich the teaching mission of the School, by offering seminars, fieldtrips or other contributions, will be particularly welcome. e)  Budget. Itemize in as much detail as possible, including living and research expenses. f)   Curriculum vitae with list of publications. g)  Two letters of reference from scholars in the field commenting on the value and feasibility of the project.

Applications should be postmarked no later than November 15, 2003.

Dr. Sherry C. Fox, Director
Wiener Laboratory
American School of Classical Studies at Athens
54 Souidias St.
Athens GR106-76 Greece
e-mail: sfox@ascsa.edu.gr
ASCSA web site: www.ascsa.edu.gr.

The American School of Classical Studies at Athens does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, sexual orientation, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, or disability when considering admission to any form of membership or application for employment

The American School of Classical Studies at Athens
6-8 Charlton Street
Princeton, NJ 08540-5232
Tel: (609) 683-0800
Fax: (609) 924-0578
E-mail: ascsa@ascsa.org
Or visit our website at: http://www.ascsa.edu.gr

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