Assistant Professor in Mediterranean Archaeology

University of Florida • Gainesville, FL

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About The Position

The Department of Classical Studies at the University of Florida invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Mediterranean archaeology, with expertise in Greek and/or Roman archaeology, Egyptology, or related fields, to begin August 16, 2026. UF is located in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, and 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF’s large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support a range of activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer a variety of programs including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at Visit Gainesville . Housed in the Department of Classical Studies, the Center for Greek Studies also provides competitive funding to support faculty research and conference travel.

Requirements

• Highest degree possible in field or equivalent professional experience
• Evidence of pertinent experience for the position and qualities for the academic unit.

Nice To Haves

• We seek a dynamic scholar whose teaching addresses the material culture of the ancient Mediterranean world, with a primary focus on Greek and/or Roman archaeology.
• Preference will be given to candidates whose work demonstrates strong engagement with digital archaeological methods, including (but not limited to) 3D modeling, spatial analysis, GIS, remote sensing, digital epigraphy, or data-driven approaches to archaeological interpretation.
• The ideal candidate will also have an active involvement in ongoing excavations and ability to provide students with fieldwork opportunities abroad, supporting UF’s and the College’s focus on experiential learning.
• A secondary interest or emerging practice in AI-enhanced research (e.g., machine learning for artifact analysis, predictive modeling, AI-supported pattern recognition, or natural language processing for archaeological corpora) will be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an active research agenda and demonstrate a clear trajectory for publication and external funding
• Teach 2 courses in the Fall semester and 2 courses in the Spring.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Greek and Roman civilization, classical archaeology, and material culture
• Contribute to departmental, college, and university service
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary programs across campus, such as Digital Humanities, Anthropology, History, and the Center for Greek Studies
• Supervise a broad-ranging student body in a land grant institution.

Benefits

• This faculty position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes state medical, dental, and vision plans; life and disability coverage; multiple retirement options; and paid time away and university holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees