The Department of Classical Studies has been authorized to conduct an open-rank search for a scholar in the field of Roman History. The appointment is to begin in Fall 2005. Candidates will be expected to have a distinguished record of research and teaching, and a commitment to students. In addition to teaching courses on historical authors and topics (including technical fields, such as epigraphy or numismatics), the successful candidate must also be able to teach courses in Latin and Greek at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Please send dossiers (cover letter, CV and the names of three referees; junior-level candidates, please include letters from three referees) to Professor Sheila Murnaghan, Chair, Department of Classical Studies, 202 Logan Hall, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6304. (email: smurnagh@sas.upenn.edu). Review of applications began September 1, 2004, and will continue until the position is filled; interested candidates who have not yet applied are encouraged to do so by September 30, 2004. The University of Pennsylvania is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

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