Professional Teaching Fellow - Classical Studies & Ancient History/Humanities

Auckland; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 95,000 - 116,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer superannuation 6.75%

Career development

Staff benefits

Inclusive community

Job summary

The University of Auckland is seeking a Professional Teaching Fellow in Classical Studies & Ancient History to teach Latin language and literature at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The role involves courses on the ancient Mediterranean world, epic literature, and collaboration within the School of Humanities.

The position is a fixed-term 0.8 FTE starting January 2027 and ending January 2028, with a salary at Professional Teaching Fellow level 1: $105,791.

Qualifications

• PhD in Classical Studies or Ancient History with a focus on Latin Literature.
• Ability to teach Latin language from introductory to advanced levels.
• Tertiary teaching experience and ability to supervise postgraduate students.
• Expertise in Latin literature and ancient epic within the Mediterranean world.

Responsibilities

• Teach Latin language and literature across undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Deliver 3–4 courses and assessments with research-informed practice.
• Support student success and contribute to postgraduate supervision.
• Collaborate within a collegial academic environment in the School.

Skills

Latin language

Latin literature

University teaching

Education

PhD in Classical Studies or Ancient History

Job description

Professional Teaching Fellow - Classical Studies & Ancient History/Humanities

• Part-time
• Campus: Auckland City Campus
• Position Number: 60023273
• UoA Department Name: Humanities

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

Be part of New Zealand's leading university and contribute to the teaching and learning experience of future scholars in Classical Studies and Ancient History. We are seeking a passionate educator with expertise in Latin language and literature to join our School of Humanities on a part-time basis.

The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi

The Discipline of Classical Studies & Ancient History is seeking a Professional Teaching Fellow to contribute to the teaching of Latin language and literature at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The role will also involve teaching courses focused on the history, culture, and literature of the ancient Mediterranean world, particularly ancient epic.

You will play an important role in delivering high-quality, research-informed teaching of 3-4 courses and assessment, supporting student success, and contributing to postgraduate teaching and supervision. The position also offers opportunities to contribute to discipline and School service while working collaboratively within a collegial academic environment.

This is a fixed term 0.8 FTE. The role is anticipated to being in January 2027 and end in January 2028.

The remuneration for this role is at Professional Teaching Fellow level 1: $105,791.

Situated within Te Puna Aronui | Humanities in the Faculty of Arts and Education, the Discipline of Classical Studies & Ancient History is part of Aotearoa New Zealand's leading centre for humanities scholarship. Humanities is home to the country's largest concentration of humanities academics and offers a vibrant and intellectually stimulating environment for teaching, research, and collaboration.

The Discipline sits alongside a diverse range of subjects including History, Philosophy, English, Drama, Languages, Art History, Asian Studies, Media and Screen Studies, and Comparative Literature.

You will hold a PhD in Classical Studies or Ancient History, with a focus on Latin Literature, and have the expertise to teach Latin language courses across all levels. You will also be capable of teaching upper-level undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Latin literature, particularly ancient epic, and ancient society.

We are looking for someone who brings:

• A PhD in Classical Studies or Ancient History with a focus on Latin Literature.
• The ability to teach Latin language courses from introductory to advanced levels.
• Expertise in Latin literature and the ancient Mediterranean world.
• Tertiary teaching experience in Classical Studies, Ancient History, or a related discipline.
• A commitment to delivering an outstanding student experience and supporting learner success.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to working within an academic team.

Waipapa Taumata Rau is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Up to 6.75% employer superannuation contribution.
• Career development and professional learning opportunities.
• Access to a range of staff benefits and wellbeing programmes.
• A vibrant, diverse, and inclusive university community.

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+ , people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpu iMVPFAFF+ , people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz