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Merton College, Oxford

Fitzjames Research Fellow in Ancient Greek.
Salary: £28,065 per annum, plus a housing allowance of £10,000 p.a. or free accommodation
Note : Fixed-term for four years commencing on 1st October 2013 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Merton College proposes to elect a Fitzjames Research Fellow in Ancient Greek for four years commencing on 1 October 2013 or as soon as possible thereafter. This is a career development post which will provide a promising academic with opportunities to develop as researcher and university teacher

The main duties of the post will be: to undertake innovative research in the broad area of Ancient Greek; to contribute to the wider academic research projects in the University in Classics, including establishing productive research collaborations with other classicists in Oxford or elsewhere; to teach undergraduates reading Classics for up to six weighted hours per week in full term; and to undertake the duties of a Fellow of the College.

The successful applicant will hold a doctorate in a relevant subject area and demonstrate achievement (commensurate with the candidate’s career) in research at a standard which will contribute to and enhance the national and international profile of Classics at Oxford. The ability to provide effective tutorial teaching to high-achieving undergraduates is essential. The postholder will also need to demonstrate aptitude for a full range of college academic duties; the willingness to contribute to Merton as a member of its Governing Body; and commitment to a personal career development plan.

The duties and skills required are described in more detail in the further particulars which also contain details on eligibility criteria and how to apply. These are available at http://www.merton.ox.ac.uk/vacancies/index.shtml or from the Sub-Warden’s Secretary, Merton College, Oxford, OX1 4JD (e-mail: lesley.walsh@merton.ox.ac.uk).

The closing date for applications is 8th February 2013. Interviews will be held in College on 18th March 2013. The Fellow will be entitled to free meals, medical insurance, research expenses and other benefits.
Merton College is an equal opportunities employer.

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