College of Humanities
Fixed term - until 31 July 2021.
Summary of the role/position
The College of Humanities wishes to recruit a Lecturer in Classics and Ancient History (Education and Scholarship) to support the delivery of its Latin language and literature teaching, and to be part of a vibrant and friendly department.
The post will include the design, development and production of teaching and learning materials and the delivery of teaching in the area of Latin language and literature up to MA level. It is likely to include several of the following modules: Latin II; Greek and Roman Narrative; Tales of the Unexpected; Roman Myth; Ancient Texts and their Interpretation.
The successful applicant will possess sufficient breadth or depth of specialist and core knowledge in the discipline, demonstrated by a PhD or equivalent in Classics or Ancient Literature, to teach and support learning in this academic area. They will use a range of delivery techniques to enthuse and engage students, including in an on-line environment. They will participate in departmental activities, for example contribute to student recruitment, or facilitate outreach work.
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The University of Exeter
We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 150 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2019). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2017.
Our research income in recent years means we’re fastest growing UK Research University and we seek to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today through this. 98% of our research is international quality (2014 Research Excellence Framework) and we encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Exeter is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as a UNESCO Creative City.
With over 22,000 students and 5,500 staff from 180 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment in which to work. We are an equal opportunity employer, a Disability Confident employer and an Athena Swan accredited institution. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented in the workforce.
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