Classical and Archaeological Studies
Location: Canterbury
Salary: £34,804 to £48,114 per annum
Grade: Grade 7 Academic to Grade 8
Post Type: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed Term - Ends 30/06/2023
Release Date: Wednesday 17 March 2021
Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Tuesday 06 April 2021 (unless otherwise stated)
Reference: AHUM-024-21

Do you have experience of teaching at university level in the field of archaic and classical Greek culture and literature, and a strong commitment to personal excellence in teaching?

If you have the ability to deliver effective teaching in Greek and Latin from elementary to advanced level, this full time fixed term position (until 30 June 2023) as Lecturer in Classical and Archaeological Studies (Education, Scholarship & Professional Practice) could be just the opportunity you are looking for.

You willl be an enthusiastic and inspiring teacher, able to provide an excellent standard of education in modules that cover the study of the ancient world, including its legacies and connections beyond Greece and Rome. Applications are encouraged from candidates who have a strong commitment to enhancing diversity in academia, to inclusive and innovative pedagogies, and to serving an increasingly diverse student body.

As Lecturer in Classical and Archaeological Studies, you will:

teach, convene and assess undergraduate and postgraduate modules in the areas of Greek culture and literature
undertake module administration and examining
undertake the role of Academic Adviser to students
conduct individual or collaborative scholarly projects
To succeed in this role you will have:

a PhD in Classics by 1 August 2021
a relevant teaching qualification (e.g. PGCHE) or equivalent evidence of teaching excellence
evidence of high-quality scholarship in the field of Greek culture and literature
a commitment to public engagement and impact activities
The Department of Classical and Archaeological Studies (CLAS) is part of the Division of Arts and Humanities at the University of Kent, in the historic city of Canterbury. We value a diverse and ambitious approach to ancient Greece and Rome, which empowers students and stretches the bounds of knowledge in a friendly academic community. The Department offers an interdisciplinary approach to Greece and Rome in their broadest cultural, intellectual, and material contexts, from Antiquity to the 21st Century, and thus, fosters meaningful exploration of and critical inquiry into a vibrant ancient world with dynamic legacies. Actively committed to research that is driven by curiosity, and teaching that is creative, we pride ourselves on creating a supportive environment, for staff, students and the wider community we serve.

Interviews: 26 April 2021

Please see the links below to view the full job description and to apply for this post. If you require further information regarding the application process, please contact The Resourcing Team on jobs@kent.ac.uk quoting ref number: AHUM-024-21


We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented at this level in this area