Visiting Assistant Professor of History (Ancient Mediterranean)

Visiting position in Ancient Mediterranean History, with expertise in the history of the ancient Mediterranean world, at the rank of assistant professor. Effective August 2012. Ph.D. required. 3-2 course load, including teaching in General Studies 145-146. Teaching competence in Greco-Roman history is required; ability to teach Ancient Near East and/or Hellenistic World preferred. Whitman College wishes to reinforce its commitment to enhance diversity, broadly defined, recognizing that to provide a diverse learning environment is to prepare students for personal and professional success in an increasingly multicultural and global society. In their application, candidates should address their interest in working as teachers and scholars with undergraduates in a liberal arts environment that emphasizes close student-faculty interaction; how their cultural, experiential, and/or academic background contributes to diversity; and their interest in participating in the College’s general education offerings. To apply, go to https://whitmanhr.simplehire.com/, click “Faculty” and “Visiting Assistant Professor of History (Ancient Mediterranean)”. The online job description includes specific instructions on submission of the following materials: letter of application; curriculum vitae; three letters of reference; statements addressing the candidate’s teaching interests and scholarly/performance agenda; graduate transcripts; teaching evaluations or other evidence of demonstrated or potential excellence in undergraduate instruction. Deadline: March 2, 2012. No applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, gender, religion, age, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.