Assistant Professor of Classical Studies

University of Richmond

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Classical Studies in the School of Arts and Sciences at the University of Richmond invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in the 2027-2028 academic year. We are seeking a scholar with an active program of research in ancient medicine and a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and mentorship. Areas of expertise in which we are particularly interested include, but are not limited to: Hellenistic Egypt, religious ritual and magic, gender and sexuality, race and ethnic identity, disability studies, reception of Hippocratic Corpus and Galen, and papyrology. Research programs involving digital humanities are especially welcome. In addition to a course focused on the history of ancient medicine (CLSC 210), the successful candidate will teach Greek and Latin language courses and mentor undergraduate student research. The candidate will be able to develop new courses that enhance the department’s existing curricular offerings and can further support our General Education curriculum, the Web of Inquiry, including opportunities to contribute to the University’s interdisciplinary programs. The regular teaching load will be five courses per academic year across two semesters. The Department of Classical Studies strives to sustain an engaging and collaborative environment that welcomes students from all backgrounds into the study of the languages, material cultures, histories, and receptions of the ancient Mediterranean world, with special emphasis on ancient Greek and Latin. The successful candidate will broaden the range of scholarly specialties, viewpoints, and experiences represented within the department. We are interested in applicants who have a commitment to creating inclusive learning environments, mentoring students from a range of backgrounds and experiences, and generating student interest in Classics.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Classics or a related field by the time of appointment
Active program of research in ancient medicine
Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and mentorship
Ability to teach Greek and Latin language courses
Ability to mentor undergraduate student research
Ability to develop new courses
Commitment to creating inclusive learning environments
Commitment to mentoring students from a range of backgrounds and experiences
Commitment to generating student interest in Classics
Curriculum vitae
Cover letter (two pages maximum)
Teaching portfolio (including a one-page statement of teaching philosophy, list of courses taught and the applicant’s role in each course, teaching evaluations from at least one course (if available), and a sample syllabus for a Greek or Latin course (intermediate or upper level))
Research statement (two pages maximum) describing current research, future research plans, and potential contributions to undergraduate research and the intellectual life of the University of Richmond
Sample or excerpt of published or unpublished scholarship (15-25 pages)