University of Cincinnati
Assistant Professor, Classics, College of Arts and Sciences
University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45208
Job Overview
Assistant Professor, Classics, College of Arts and Sciences. Tenure-track position in ancient Greek and Latin language and literature at the level of Assistant Professor, to begin August 15, 2026. The field of research specialization in Greek or Latin should complement those of current faculty. Department Overview
The Department of Classics offers a B.A. program in Classics, with concentrations in Classical Languages and Classical Cultures, and M.A. and Ph.D. programs in Greek and Latin Language and Literature, Ancient History, Bronze Age Archaeology, and Classical Archaeology. The faculty work in philology, ancient history, and archaeology in an interdisciplinary environment. The Burnam Classics Library houses a large collection of resources. Full information about the department is available at the department website. Essential Functions
Conduct research and publish in a field of ancient Greek or Latin literature. Teach ancient Greek and Latin languages at both undergraduate and graduate levels, including undergraduate courses based on translations of Greek and Latin literature (e.g., graduate seminar in Greek, undergraduate reading course in Latin, Great Books of Ancient Greece). Supervise graduate and undergraduate students on research projects, including Ph.D. dissertations. Write and grade graduate examinations. Serve on departmental committees. Minimum Requirements
A Ph.D. in Classics or a related field. Demonstrated scholarly research activity in ancient Greek or Latin literature through a writing sample of 7,000 to 10,000 words. Application Process
Interested candidates should create an Applicant Profile and submit an online application at the UC jobs portal. Please upload: A cover letter summarizing research and teaching interests. A current curriculum vitae. A writing sample of 7,000 to 10,000 words using the Additional Documents feature in the hiring portal. Three confidential letters of reference should be sent by email to Classics@uc.edu with the subject line "Philology Search." The committee will review applications beginning November 3, 2025, and conduct initial interviews by Zoom. Compensation and Benefits
UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Highlights include: Comprehensive Tuition Remission:
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university. Robust Retirement Plans:
You will choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP); UC contributes a portion of salary based on position. Real Work-Life Balance:
Generous time-off policy including vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year time off, and 6 weeks of paid parental leave. Additional Benefits Include:
Competitive salary, comprehensive health coverage, flexible spending accounts & wellness programs, professional development & mentorship opportunities. To learn more about UC, visit the careers page at
https://www.uc.edu/careers.html . UC is an E-Verify employer. Employment eligibility will be verified via the I-9 process. Acceptable documents are listed at
https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents . Equal Opportunity Employer.
Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
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Assistant Professor, Classics, College of Arts and Sciences. Tenure-track position in ancient Greek and Latin language and literature at the level of Assistant Professor, to begin August 15, 2026. The field of research specialization in Greek or Latin should complement those of current faculty. Department Overview
The Department of Classics offers a B.A. program in Classics, with concentrations in Classical Languages and Classical Cultures, and M.A. and Ph.D. programs in Greek and Latin Language and Literature, Ancient History, Bronze Age Archaeology, and Classical Archaeology. The faculty work in philology, ancient history, and archaeology in an interdisciplinary environment. The Burnam Classics Library houses a large collection of resources. Full information about the department is available at the department website. Essential Functions
Conduct research and publish in a field of ancient Greek or Latin literature. Teach ancient Greek and Latin languages at both undergraduate and graduate levels, including undergraduate courses based on translations of Greek and Latin literature (e.g., graduate seminar in Greek, undergraduate reading course in Latin, Great Books of Ancient Greece). Supervise graduate and undergraduate students on research projects, including Ph.D. dissertations. Write and grade graduate examinations. Serve on departmental committees. Minimum Requirements
A Ph.D. in Classics or a related field. Demonstrated scholarly research activity in ancient Greek or Latin literature through a writing sample of 7,000 to 10,000 words. Application Process
Interested candidates should create an Applicant Profile and submit an online application at the UC jobs portal. Please upload: A cover letter summarizing research and teaching interests. A current curriculum vitae. A writing sample of 7,000 to 10,000 words using the Additional Documents feature in the hiring portal. Three confidential letters of reference should be sent by email to Classics@uc.edu with the subject line "Philology Search." The committee will review applications beginning November 3, 2025, and conduct initial interviews by Zoom. Compensation and Benefits
UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Highlights include: Comprehensive Tuition Remission:
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university. Robust Retirement Plans:
You will choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP); UC contributes a portion of salary based on position. Real Work-Life Balance:
Generous time-off policy including vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year time off, and 6 weeks of paid parental leave. Additional Benefits Include:
Competitive salary, comprehensive health coverage, flexible spending accounts & wellness programs, professional development & mentorship opportunities. To learn more about UC, visit the careers page at
https://www.uc.edu/careers.html . UC is an E-Verify employer. Employment eligibility will be verified via the I-9 process. Acceptable documents are listed at
https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents . Equal Opportunity Employer.
Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
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