Harvard University: vacancy for preceptor in Modern Greek

Position Description: The Department of the Classics seeks applications for a preceptor in Modern Greek beginning July 2016. The position is renewable on a yearly basis for up to eight years, based on performance and curricular need.

The preceptor is expected to offer language classes and to undertake administrative responsibilities in the Program of Modern Greek Studies. The successful applicant should be well versed in the issues of teaching Modern Greek as a foreign language, have experience in teaching all levels of the language, have native or near native proficiency in Modern Greek, and must be able to conduct upper level courses in Modern Greek. Specialization in Modern Greek literature, linguistics and culture, or Greek intellectual history and in teaching Modern Greek as second language is highly desirable. A strong doctoral record is preferred.

Keywords:*
faculty, instructor, lecturer, preceptor, Modern Greek
Boston, Cambridge, Massachusetts, MA, Northeast, New England

Basic Qualifications: A Ph.D. in Classics or related discipline is preferred. Experience in teaching all levels of the language and the ability to conduct upper level courses in Modern Greek is required. Native or near native proficiency in Modern Greek is also required.

Special Instructions: Please submit the following materials through the ARIeS portal (http://academicpositions.harvard.edu). Applications must be submitted no later than March 31, 2016.

1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Teaching statement (describing teaching approach and philosophy)
5. Names and contact information of 3 references (three letters of recommendation are required, and the application is complete only when all three letters have been submitted; prompts will be generated once the candidate’s portion of the application has been submitted, and letters are due by March 1, 2016)

Harvard is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Contact Information: Professor Mark Schiefsky, Department of the Classics, Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA 02138.

Contact Email: mjschief@fas.harvard.edu