The Department of Classics at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in the College of Arts and Sciences seeks an assistant professor in Latin prose for a tenure-track appointment. The area of specialization is open, but we especially welcome candidates working on prose of the Republican or Augustan periods, and those with an ability to teach Latin epigraphy at the graduate level. Teaching duties will include graduate courses in Latin prose, as well as undergraduate courses in Latin and classical civilization. Applicants should demonstrate the potential for excellence in research and a serious commitment to teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Preference will be given to those with Ph.D. in hand or those who can provide assurances of completing the degree by July 1, 2013. UNC Chapel Hill is an EOE employer. Women and minority scholars are encouraged to apply.

Applicants apply online at http://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/8381 and attach a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and the names of four people who will write letters of recommendation.

Applications must be received by November 2, 2012 for consideration.

The four letters of recommendation should be sent directly to: William H. Race, Chair, Latin Prose Search Committee, Department of Classics, CB# 3145, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3145. E-mail inquiries should be addressed to: [email protected]. The Department website is at www.classics.unc.edu.