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The Department of Classics has been authorized to make an appointment in Latin language and literature at the rank of tenure-track Assistant Professor. Ph.D. required at the time of appointment (August 1, 2022). The expertise sought is Latin prose of the Classical era (ca. 100 BCE - 200 CE). The successful candidate will have strong promise of scholarly achievement, demonstrated excellence in teaching classical languages, and especially Classical Latin prose and prose composition, as well as the ability to contribute to our curriculum of large and small courses in classical civilization, literature, or mythology. An active interest in contributing to the department's outreach is desirable. The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University. Salary competitive.

Ph.D. required at the time of appointment.

We will begin screening applications on December 2, 2021, and will continue reviewing them until the position is filled.  All applications must be submitted via Interfolio: http://apply.interfolio.com/92884.  Please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, a writing sample, as well as a two-page teaching statement that highlights strategies for effective engagement with students from diverse backgrounds, use of varied pedagogies, or other experiences as a teacher and mentor. Candidates should provide name and contact information, including telephone number and email address, for at least three references. We will contact referees at an advanced stage of the search. Please address inquiries to John Friend at jlfriend@utk.edu.

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity, 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, telephone 865-974-2498. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Equity and Diversity.