The American School of Classical Studies at Athens invites applications for Assistant Director of the School. The full-time (12 months) position in Athens beginning July 1, 2019 is a three-year appointment, with the possibility of a renewal for a final fourth year.
Duties
- To help the Director in the administration of School business and to stand in for the Director when needed. Reports to the Director of the School.
- To assist with the academic program under the direction of the Mellon Professor by lecturing, leading short trips or offering mini-seminars/workshops on area(s) of expertise.
- To serve as a contact and resource person for all members of the School and to live in Loring Hall.
- To help with the planning of the Summer Session by suggesting itineraries, speakers, and generally offering support to the Summer Session Directors, but not making actual arrangements.
- To be a visible presence in the Athenian social and academic scene by attending functions as an
- official of the School.
- To pursue research on a project.
Qualifications
Candidates must have earned the PhD from a North American university no more than three years prior to the application and must have spent a minimum of a year as a Member of the ASCSA. An active agenda for research and publication, knowledge of Greece and Modern Greek, and teaching experience are expected.