Term Assistant Professor — Classics & History

George Mason University; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

George Mason University is seeking a Term Assistant Professor split between the Department of Modern and Classical Languages and the Department of History & Art History. The position involves teaching undergraduate courses with a focus on classical mythology, history of Greece and Rome, and developing new special-topic courses. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Classical Studies or a related field.

This full-time role requires a teaching load of 12 credit hours per semester, equating to 4 courses each term with the initial contract lasting 9 months, extendable based on performance.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent in Classical Studies, Classics or Ancient History
• 2-3 years undergraduate teaching experience
• Ability to teach courses online or in-person

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in Classical Studies and History
• Develop and teach new special-topic courses on ancient subjects

Skills

Undergraduate teaching experience

Ability to teach classical mythology

Ability to teach classical literature

Ability to teach the history of Ancient Greece

Ability to teach the history of Ancient Rome

Course development skills

Education

Ph.D. in Classical Studies, Classics or Ancient History

Master's degree in Classical Studies, Classics or Ancient History (preferred)

Job description

George Mason University is seeking a Term Assistant Professor split between the Department of Modern and Classical Languages and the Department of History & Art History. The position involves teaching undergraduate courses with a focus on classical mythology, history of Greece and Rome, and developing new special-topic courses. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Classical Studies or a related field.

This full-time role requires a teaching load of 12 credit hours per semester, equating to 4 courses each term with the initial contract lasting 9 months, extendable based on performance.