Departmental Lecturer in Assyriology

University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Oxford invites applications for a one-year Departmental Lectureship in Assyriology starting 1 April 2027. This fixed‑term post offers an opportunity to teach Akkadian and Sumerian, develop course materials and contribute to assessments and administration of relevant degree courses.

The successful candidate will hold a doctorate in Assyriology by April 2027, demonstrate strong research potential, and show commitment to inclusive teaching and collaborative academic life within

Qualifications

• PhD in Assyriology by April 2027.
• Solid ability to teach Akkadian and Sumerian and develop course materials.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and to high‑quality research.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop Assyriology courses and course materials.
• Contribute to examination and administration of degree courses.
• Engage in advanced study and publish research within the field.

Skills

Akkadian

Sumerian

Teaching

Research

Communication

Education

Doctorate in Assyriology

Job description

Location: Bodleian Art, Archaeology and Ancient World Library, central Oxford

Full-time (1.0 FTE), Fixed-term for 12 months

The Faculty of AMES is seeking to appoint an outstanding scholar to a one-year Departmental Lectureship in Assyriology from 1 April 2027. The Departmental Lectureship is an opportunity for a suitably qualified and highly effective academic to engage in advanced study and teaching in the field of Assyriology and to contribute to the examination and administration of relevant degree courses.

About you

You will have, or be close to completing, a doctorate in Assyriology by April 2027.

You will possess a solid depth and breadth of knowledge of Akkadian and Sumerian sufficient to teach, develop course materials, and undertake research in the field of Assyriology. You will also have a developing publication profile appropriate to your career stage and a commitment to pursuing high-quality research.

We are looking for someone with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong organisational abilities, and a collaborative approach to academic life. Good digital literacy is essential, while experience of innovative teaching methods and a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion would be advantageous.

The University of Oxford is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that promotes equality, values diversity and enables all staff and students to thrive. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

£39,424 to £47,779 p.a. Standard Grade 7