Term Assistant Professor: Classics and Ancient History

H Net; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

George Mason University is seeking a Term Assistant Professor for a joint position between the Department of Modern and Classical Languages and the Department of History & Art History. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in Classical Studies and History, focusing on mythology, literature, and the history of Greece and Rome.

This position requires a Ph.D. or equivalent, with a teaching load of 12 credit hours per semester. Emphasis on diversity and inclusivity is core to the university's mission. For application details, please visit the provided link.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent in Classical Studies/Classics or Ancient History.
• 2-3 years undergraduate teaching experience.
• Ability to teach courses on classical mythology and literature in translation.

Responsibilities

• Teach 12 credit hours per semester divided between two departments.
• Develop new special topic courses on ancient subjects.
• Engagement in undergraduate-level instruction.

Skills

Undergraduate teaching experience

Ability to teach classical mythology

Ability to teach history of Ancient Greece and/or Rome

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent in Classical Studies/Classics or Ancient History

Master's degree in Classical Studies/Classics or Ancient History

Job description

George Mason University is seeking a Term Assistant Professor for a joint position between the Department of Modern and Classical Languages and the Department of History & Art History. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in Classical Studies and History, focusing on mythology, literature, and the history of Greece and Rome.

This position requires a Ph.D. or equivalent, with a teaching load of 12 credit hours per semester. Emphasis on diversity and inclusivity is core to the university's mission. For application details, please visit the provided link.