Assistant Professor of Classics

Seton Hall University; South Orange (NJ); In loco; USD 59.000 - 66.000; Tempo pieno

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Full Time Benefits

Benefits package including medical and

Equal opportunity employer

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Seton Hall University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Classics beginning Fall 2027. The successful candidate will teach Greek and Latin at introductory to advanced levels and develop innovative undergraduate courses that connect Classics with broader intellectual and cultural concerns.

We seek a dynamic scholar with a strong teaching record and potential for an active research program, who can contribute to interdisciplinary teaching and lead the Classics Program

Competenze

• Ph.D. in Classics or closely related field by the time of appointment.
• Strong record of, or clear potential for, scholarly excellence and publication.
• Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching.
• Advanced proficiency in both Ancient Greek and Latin.
• Ability to teach Greek and Latin language and literature at multiple levels.
• Commitment to innovative and inclusive undergraduate education.
• Ability to develop new courses that engage students with interdisciplinary and contemporary perspectives.

Mansioni

• Teach Greek and Latin language and literature at multiple levels.
• Develop innovative undergraduate courses expanding the study of the ancient Mediterranean world.
• Engage in interdisciplinary teaching and collaborate across the university.
• As director of the Classics Program, lead program-building activities engaging students and faculty.

Conoscenze

Scholarly excellence

Undergraduate teaching

Greek and Latin proficiency

Interdisciplinary teaching

Curriculum development

Formazione

Ph.D. in Classics

Descrizione del lavoro

Assistant Professor of Classics

Job No: 497519

Full Time/Part Time: Full-time

Location: South Orange

Categories: Faculty

The Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures at Seton HallUniversity invites applications for a tenure-track position inClassics at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning in the Fallof 2027. We seek a dynamic scholar and dedicated teacher with astrong record of scholarly achievement and demonstrated excellencein undergraduate education. The successful candidate will havebroad expertise in the field of Classics and be prepared to teachboth Greek and Latin at a range of levels, from introductorythrough advanced courses, as well as elective courses of interestto a general student population and courses within the UniversityCore and the Honors Program. We are particularly interested incandidates whose research and teaching engage creatively with theclassical world and who can contribute to the intellectual vitalityand curricular development of our undergraduate program. Candidatesshould demonstrate an active and promising program of research, asevidenced by publications, scholarly presentations, and/or othersignificant contributions to the field. We welcome applicantsworking in any area of Classics, including but not limited to Greekand Roman literature, history, culture, archaeology, religion,philosophy, reception studies, or the classical tradition.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will also demonstrate a strong record ofteaching excellence and a commitment to innovative,student-centered pedagogy. In addition to teaching courses in Greekand Latin language and literature, the candidate will be expectedto develop innovative and engaging undergraduate courses thatexpand the study of the ancient Mediterranean world and connectClassics with broader intellectual, cultural, and contemporaryconcerns. We especially welcome candidates who can contribute tointerdisciplinary teaching and who are interested in developingcourses that attract students from across the university. Finally,as the director of the Classics Program, the successful candidatewill be expected to engage in creative program building activitiesthat engage students and faculty across campus.

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Classics or a closely related fieldby the time of appointment. Candidates should demonstrate:

• A strong record of, or clear potential for, scholarly excellenceand publication;
• Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching;
• Advanced proficiency in both Ancient Greek and Latin;
• The ability to teach Greek and Latin language and literature atmultiple levels;
• A commitment to innovative and inclusive approaches toundergraduate education;
• The ability to develop new courses that engage students withClassics from interdisciplinary and/or contemporaryperspectives.

Salary Range:

$59,091-$65,657

Exempt/Nonexempt:

Exempt

Physical Demands:

General Office Environment

Benefits Information:

Full Time Benefits

Life today is complex. That's why Seton Hall University offers acomprehensive package of benefits and programs to help you simplifyand enrich your life.

These benefits are important elements of your total universitycompensation package. Benefits include but are not limited tobundled medical, prescription, and vision insurance, dentalinsurance, and life insurance, and retirement plan. Moreinformation is available at https://www.shu.edu/human-resources/benefits.html.

Seton Hall University is located in South Orange, New Jersey,14 miles from New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesaninstitution of higher education in the United States and is home toabout 6,300 undergraduate and 3,700 graduate students. A vibrantand culturally inclusive community, Seton Hall pursues academicexcellence and ethical development in a collaborative environmentand prepares its students to be servant leaders in theirprofessional and community lives. Seton Hall University is an equalopportunity employer. It honors diverse perspectives and welcomesemployees from all faith traditions. In turn, its employees respectCatholic beliefs and values, engage in servant leadership, andsupport the University's mission as a Catholic institution ofhigher education.

Advertised: 14 October 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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