Assistant Professor in Classics

Posting Number

F2562P

Assistant Professor in Classics

Franklin-Classics

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08/01/2026

11/13/2025

Yes

Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2026 and continue until filled. Please upload/attach cover letter, resume/CV, and a writing sample (not to exceed 20 pages). Applicants will be asked to provide contact information for three references as part of their application. Letters of recommendation will be requested in the search process. For questions, contact the search committee chair, Erika Hermanowicz, at: erikat

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Assistant Professor

Assistant Professor

Academic (9 mo.)

Tenure Track

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Classics or a related discipline by time of appointment.

The Department of Classics at the University of Georgia invites applications for a full‑time tenure‑track Assistant Professor in Classics with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2026. UGA Classics seeks a scholar of the Roman Empire specializing in ancient ethics. The successful candidate is expected to maintain an active research agenda, teach undergraduate and graduate courses…