This post is available from September 2015. We are seeking to maintain and enhance the academic excellence of the School of Classics by the appointment of an outstanding scholar in Latin literature at Lecturer level. The successful candidate will be required to teach undergraduates and postgraduates for the School's degree programmes in Latin and Classical Studies and to conduct research that meets the highest standards of excellence. She or he will also be expected to make a significant contribution to enhancing the School’s research environment. We are open to appointing in any area of Latin literature, including the Latin literature of the Roman Republic, Latin philosophy, the Latin literature of the imperial period or late antiquity, or the post-classical reception of Latin literature. The position is full-time and subject to the completion of a probationary period.

Informal enquiries to Head of School, School of Classics (tel. 01334 462600; fax 01334 462602, e-mail classicshos@st-and.ac.uk).

Applications are particularly welcome from women who are under-represented in Lectureship posts at the University.

The University of St Andrews is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all, which is further demonstrated through its working on the Gender and Race Equality Charters and being awarded the Athena SWAN award for women in science, HR Excellence in Research Award and the LGBT Charter;   http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/diversityawards/

Interview Date: 1 June 2015

Please quote ref: KC1853

Closing date: 30 April 2015

Further particulars: KC1853AC FPs.pdf

School of Classics
Salary: £38,511 - £47,328 per annum
Start: 1 September 2015 or as soon as possible thereafter