Assistant Professor of Classical Studies - Greek

Trinity University; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity University’s Department of Classical Studies invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Classical Studies, beginning August 2027. The successful candidate will teach Greek language and literature at all levels and Latin up to intermediate level, develop upper-division courses, and mentor undergraduate research, including summer projects.

All faculty contribute to Pathways general education.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or ABD in Classics or related field with evidence of expected completion by Aug 2027.
• Preferred: undergraduate teaching experience as Instructor of Record or TA in Greek/Latin/Classics.

Responsibilities

• Teach Classical Greek at all levels and Latin to the intermediate level.
• Advise departmental majors and minors.
• Maintain a productive program of scholarship and participate in professional activities.
• Provide service to the department, university, and profession.

Skills

Greek language teaching

Latin language teaching

Undergraduate teaching

Education

Ph.D. or ABD in Classics or related field

ABD candidate must present evidence of completion by Aug 2027

Teaching experience in undergraduate courses

Job description

Job Family Group

Faculty

Time Type

Full time

Department/Office

Classical Studies

Exemption Status

Exempt

Job Description

The Department of Classical Studies at Trinity University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Classical Studies, beginning in August 2027, at the rank of Assistant Professor. The department is seeking a dynamic and innovative teacher with an active research profile who has a demonstrated ability in and enthusiasm for teaching ancient Greek language and literature at all levels and Latin up to the intermediate level and who specializes in the ancient Greek world, broadly defined. Particular areas of research and teaching that are attractive to us include Greek history, culture, and literature; multicultural approaches to the ancient Mediterranean world; ancient and modern reception of Classical texts and culture; or digital humanities. Candidates must demonstrate a strong research profile and a firm commitment to teaching at the undergraduate level. The successful candidate will be expected to teach introductory courses while developing upper‑division courses in their area of specialization. The ideal candidate will have a facility for interdisciplinary teaching and interest in mentoring students in undergraduate research projects, including in the summer. All faculty are expected to contribute to Pathways, the University's interdisciplinary general education program.

Background

Trinity University is a secular, independent, private institution, founded in 1869. Trinity offers high‑quality science, liberal arts, and pre‑professional programs as represented by the four schools (STEM, Arts & Humanities, Social Science and Civic Engagement, and Business) to approximately 2,500 undergraduate students from the U.S. and more than 45 countries. The attractive campus overlooks downtown San Antonio, a city rich in heritage and ethnic diversity. Additional information can be found on the Resource Guide to Trinity & San Antonio.

The Carlos Alvarez School of Arts and Humanities, endowed with a gift of $25 million, is at the center of Trinity's liberal arts education. Faculty are international leaders in their respective fields, creating engaged learning experiences grounded in careful study of tradition, critical thinking, clear communication, and creative expression.

Classical Studies at Trinity is a vibrant department with six tenured / tenure‑track faculty and strong connections with other departments on campus, including Anthropology, Art History, Philosophy, and Religion. We encourage our students to pursue undergraduate research, often in collaboration with faculty, and we have been active participants in our university's summer undergraduate research program. The department participates in a faculty‑led study abroad summer course in Rome and in a faculty‑led archaeological dig in Cyprus.

Both the Department of Classical Studies and the University as a whole value and safeguard academic freedom for faculty members in their teaching and scholarship. Trinity is guided by a set of core values and is committed to implementing practices in pursuit of an inclusive campus for all students, faculty, and staff to feel welcomed and engaged in a community of learning.

Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching

Teach Classical Greek at all levels and Latin to the intermediate level. Teach both lower and upper‑level courses in the candidate's area of interest and expertise. Offer courses that complement departmental offerings and contribute to the Pathways general education curriculum, including the First Year Experience, under a (typically) 3-2 teaching load. Advise departmental majors and minors.

Research

Maintain a consistent and productive program of scholarship, to include publication of research, presentations of papers at academic conferences, attendance at professional meetings, and participation in professional organizations.

Service

Provide appropriate service to the department, the university, and the profession.

Qualifications

Education

• Required: Ph.D. or A.B.D. in Classics or related field. A.B.D. candidates must present evidence that Ph.D. will have been completed and accepted no later than August 2027.
• Preferred: Teaching experience, as Instructor of Record or Teaching Assistant (or equivalent) in an undergraduate course related to ancient Greek, Latin, or Classics.

Experience

• Preferred: The ideal candidate will have a facility for interdisciplinary teaching and interest in mentoring students in undergraduate research projects, including in the summer.

Attendance

All teaching for this position will be conducted in person.