The multi-disciplinary School of Humanities at the University of New England has enjoyed a vibrant research culture and an enviable reputation in teaching over many decades. We are seeking an appointee who can actively contribute to a School with strengths in Ancient, Medieval and Modern History, Classical Languages, Philosophy, Archaeology and Palaeoanthropology, Political and International Studies and Studies in Religion.

The successful applicant will be expected to follow a research program in Latin, to teach Latin at all undergraduate levels (from ab initio to Honours), and to supervise Honours and Postgraduate Research students. A commitment to work as part of a team to develop innovative and flexible approaches to teaching classical languages to both on-campus and distance education students is also required. Applicants must have: a PhD in Latin or a related area; a commitment to teaching at tertiary level; and an emerging research and publication profile. The ability to teach Greek and/or Ancient History and/or Studies in Religion is desirable, as is the willingness to contribute to interdisciplinary teaching approaches within the School. The willingness to contribute to the development of strands offered online in ecclesiastical Latin and New Testament Greek would also be desirable.

Informal enquiries may be directed to Professor Lynda Garland, phone: +61 2 6773 2794 or email: headshum@une.edu.au. For further information about the School visit: www.une.edu.au/humanities.

Salary: A$68,796 to A$81,535 per annum (Lecturer)
plus 17% employer superannuation and optional salary packaging

Closing Date: 6 October 2009

Reference No: 209/132i

An application package, including selection criteria that must be addressed, may be obtained from www.une.edu.au/recruit or by phoning Human Resource Services, +61 2 6773 3972. Applications will be received up to 5pm on the closing date.

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