George L. Paddison Professor of Latin

The Department of Classics at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has been authorized to search for a distinguished colleague to join the Department as . Applicants for the Paddison Professorship should be tenured professors or tenured associate professors (or equivalent, senior lecturers, readers) who could be promoted to professor upon appointment.

We seek a colleague who will contribute to an intellectually diverse and growing department. This position will complement and augment existing faculty strengths and maintain our strong reputation in the study of Latin literature, as well as support the department’s core curricula in ancient languages and Mediterranean cultures.

The Paddison Professor teaches a wide range of courses and seminars in Latin literature and Roman culture and is expected to take an active role in supervising and mentoring both undergraduate and graduate students. The teaching load is normally two courses per semester and includes advanced language and literature courses, courses on literature in translation, classical civilization courses, and graduate seminars.

The successful candidate will have an outstanding record of publication, an international reputation for excellence in research, and a demonstrated commitment to first-rate teaching, mentoring, and service as an academic and administrative leader. The area of specialization within the field of Latin literature is open. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements or equivalent in Classics or a related degree. Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience Preference will be given to candidates with an outstanding publication record, an international reputation for excellence in research, and substantial teaching and administrative experience. Special Physical / Mental Requirements N / A Campus Security Authority Responsibilities