Washington University in St. Louis invites applications and nominations for the The John and Penelope Biggs Distinguished Professorship in Classics, at the rank of Full Professor.  The successful candidate will be a leader in the field of Classics, with an outstanding record in scholarship and teaching, both graduate and undergraduate.  We seek a scholar with a specialization in one of the following fields: Greek or Latin literature and language, linguistics, or papyrology. Applications and nominations will be accepted until the position is filled, but those received before December 15, 2004 will be considered together shortly after that date.  Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae and the names of three references to: Susan Rotroff, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Classics, 201 January Hall (CB 1050), Washington University, One Brookings Drive, St. Louis MO 63130.

Washington University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.  Women, minority candidates and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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The Department of Classics at the University of California, Berkeley has been authorized to appoint an Academic Coordinator (non-tenure track, 50%) in Classical Archaeology (effective July 1, 2005) as Director of the newly established Nemea Center for Classical Archaeology; in addition, there may be opportunities to supplement salary up to 100% through teaching in the Department.  The successful candidate will have a Ph.D.  in classics, archaeology or a related field, at least three years of excavation experience in Greece, knowledge of classical sites in Greece and the Mediterranean, successful teaching experience, evidence or promise of publication in classical archaeology, fluent command of English and good command of modern Greek, knowledge of ancient Greek and Latin, good organizational skills, and the ability to deal courteously and effectively with a wide variety of people.  Some experience in fundraising and with Greek governmental agencies is desirable.  Ph.D. or equivalent must be in hand by July 1, 2005.  This is initially a one year appointment, renewable for up to five years.  Salary range $50,000-$60,000 at 100% rate; actual salary within this range commensurate with qualifications.  We encourage applicants of all levels, from junior to emeriti.

Deadline for application is January 10, 2005 (postmark).  Send letter of application and full CV to Professor Robert Knapp, Chair, Executive Committee, Nemea Center for Classical Archaeology, 7233 Dwinelle Hall #2520, University of California, Berkeley, CA 94720-2520 (FAX 510-643-2959).  Junior candidates (ABDs and candidates who completed the Ph.D. within the past 5 years) should have dossiers and a writing sample sent directly to the above address as soon as possible; all other candidates should provide names and addresses of references and a list of publications.

Full information about the Nemea Center for Classical Archaeology is at http://nemeacenter.berkeley.edu/  Candidates are urged to familiarize themselves with that background material before making application.
Inquiries about this ad may be addressed to Professor Knapp at rcknapp@berkeley.edu.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.

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::Wednesday, November 10, 2004 4:45:33 AM::

 The Department of Classics of Rutgers University-New Brunswick announces a possible one-year position (renewable for second year), subject to final authorization, for a generalist with a specialty in archaic or classical Greek poetry.  Applicants should anticipate completion of the Ph.D. by June 2005. Please have cover letter, CV, writing sample, and three letters of recommendation arrive by 15 December 2004 c/o Professor Leah Kronenberg, Department of Classics, Ruth Adams Building 006, 131 George Street, Rutgers University, New Brunswick NJ 08901. Interviews will be conducted at the January 2005 APA Annual Meeting. Rutgers University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.

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::Wednesday, November 10, 2004 4:43:54 AM::