Part-Time Lecturer/Instructor in History and Classical Studies

Working Title:  Part-Time Lecturer/Instructor in History and Classical Studies

Appointment Type: Part Time

Purpose of Position:

The College of Arts and Humanities at Christopher Newport University invites applications for an Instructor/Lecturer position in History and Classical Studies, effective August 2023. This position is a part-time, non-benefitted, non-tenure-track appointment with a 3-3 teaching load. It will be jointly housed in the Department of History and in the Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures, with teaching duties divided equally between the two departments. Applicants must be committed to undergraduate education and demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching undergraduates.
 

We seek candidates with a specialization in Roman history and culture. A master’s degree in History, Classics, or a related field, is required for the rank of Instructor; candidates holding the doctorate in one of these fields would be considered for appointment at the rank of Lecturer. The successful applicant will teach an introductory survey on ancient and medieval world history, Latin through the intermediate level, and one or more upper-division courses in History and Classical Studies. As this is a part-time position, research and service activities are not required under the terms of employment, but candidates with an active research agenda would be welcome to pursue their scholarship.

Departmental Information:

The Department of History and the Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures at Christopher Newport University are housed near each other in McMurran Hall, allowing for colleagues to work closely with each other and collaborate well together. The two departments share the same dedication to undergraduate education and enjoy similar levels of support for faculty development.

History is composed of 16 full-time faculty members and 150 majors and 60 minors. The curriculum consists of a full range of chronological, regional, and thematic courses, and supports over 20 interdisciplinary programs. Classical Studies is housed within the Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures, in which 20 full-time and part-time colleagues offer instruction in 8 languages as well as culture courses in English. In the Classics program, 3 full-time faculty members teach Latin, ancient Greek, and classes at all levels on the ancient world. They offer a major as well as minors in Classical Studies, Latin, and Greek Studies. Award-winning faculty in both departments also work closely with students on individual undergraduate research projects and maintain their own active scholarly agendas. Candidates wishing to know more about the departments and their academic programs are invited to visit https://cnu.edu/academics/departments/history/ and https://cnu.edu/academics/departments/languages/.
 

Faculty Information:

Selected by The Princeton Review to be included in “The 388 Best Colleges: 2023 Edition,” Christopher Newport University is a public school offering a private school experience – great teaching, small classes, and a safe, vibrant campus. The University is located in Newport News, Virginia, enrolls approximately 5,000 students, and is dedicated to the ideals of scholarship, leadership, and service. Our Fall 2022 incoming class presented average high school GPA and SAT scores of 3.76 and 1180, respectively. Academic programs at Christopher Newport University encompass more than 90 areas of study, from biology to business administration and political science to the performing arts. The University is ranked by U.S. News & World Report’s America’s Best Colleges guide as 2nd among public regional universities in the South and 5th overall, and has recently completed more than $1 billion in capital construction on its 260-acre campus.

Christopher Newport is committed to ensuring that all people are welcomed, honored and fully engaged in the life of our academic community. We recruit exceptional and diverse faculty and encourage applications from individuals who are underrepresented in their profession. Our faculty enjoy an atmosphere of collegiality and mutual respect that rewards outstanding teaching and fosters active intellectual and creative engagement. Faculty are productive scholars and researchers, supported by professional development funds. Faculty and administrators regularly consult and collaborate as the University works to sustain a culture of scholarly inquiry, informed debate, and civic action that enriches students, faculty, and the surrounding community. The result is a supportive and cohesive academic setting in which the University cultivates and carries forward its mission. The University is among the highest ranked in the nation for its quality of life and innovative spirit. For further information, please visit our website at http://www.cnu.edu.
 

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number: F190P

Application Deadline: 10/24/2022

Application Instructions:

To apply, please visit https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings to provide a letter of interest, resume or current curriculum vitae, academic transcripts (photocopies acceptable for initial screening), statement of teaching philosophy, a one-page statement articulating how your teaching, scholarship and service would contribute toward fostering an inclusive learning environment on campus, evidence of teaching effectiveness (if available), and three letters of recommendation. (Letters should be uploaded with application materials or emailed to facultyrecruitment@cnu.edu).
 

Review of applications will begin on October 24, 2022.
Applications received after October 24, 2022 will be accepted but considered only as needed.
 

Search finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145.

Quick Link to Posting: https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/14183

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