Lecturer in Classical Studies

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Lecturer in Classical Studies. Appointment Type:
Full Time. The Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures (MCLL) at Christopher Newport University invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track position in Classical Studies, effective August 2026.

The department seeks candidates with a specialization in the material culture of ancient Rome, who also have a demonstrated ability to teach Latin language courses at all levels. Applicants must be committed to undergraduate education and demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and research with undergraduates. The successful candidate’s primary responsibilities will include teaching courses within the department’s programs in Latin and Classical Studies and the university’s Liberal Learning Core.

Research and teaching interests in art history, archaeology, and/or digital humanities are particularly welcome. Also desirable are an interest in conducting study abroad trips, archeological site experience, and/or skills in conservation and preservation. The Classics program is located within a department that is central to the University’s liberal arts curriculum, and it enjoys collegial cross-disciplinary interactions within the department and across the University.

The nominal teaching load for non-tenure-track appointments is 4-4. The Ph.D. in Classical Studies or a closely related field is required for appointment at the rank of lecturer, a position which has the potential for promotion to a multi-year contract or to the rank of senior lecturer after a given number of years of service. Candidates with a master’s degree may be considered for appointment at the rank of instructor.

The Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures (MCLL) at Christopher Newport University is composed of a team of 15 teacher-scholars who are committed to undergraduate education and to professional growth. The Department offers instruction in French, German, Spanish, ancient Greek, Latin, Italian, Arabic, and Chinese. Our programs include five majors, four interdisciplinary minors, and MAT degrees in Spanish and ESL.

We are also strong supporters of study abroad: MCLL has sponsored numerous short-term study trips and, in conjunction with the Office of Study Abroad, advises students on longer-term language and cultural immersion opportunities. In addition to serving our majors and minors, MCLL has the privilege of working with a significant portion of the student body through the second language literacy requirement in the Liberal Learning Core Curriculum.

MCLL faculty members publish on a diverse range of subjects and welcome the opportunity to mentor students on independent research projects. Candidates wishing to know more about the department and its academic programs are invited to visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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Christopher Newport University is a public liberal arts and sciences institution dedicated to excellence in teaching, scholarship, research and student success. Our efforts are guided by our vision: “Anchored in excellence and focused on students, Christopher Newport University aspires to be the nation’s premier regional public university, offering an innovative education embedded in the liberal arts that advances the values of honor, service, scholarship, and leadership to empower graduates to lead lives of significance.”

Located in Newport News, Virginia, CNU enrolls approximately 4,500 undergraduate and graduate students in more than 90 areas of study. Our modern, walkable campus features world-class arts facilities, advanced technology, and a close-knit community that fosters collaboration and discovery. Just minutes from family neighborhoods, locally-owned businesses, historic sites, unique cultural attractions, and beautiful parks – and a short drive to beaches, Colonial Williamsburg, and Norfolk – CNU offers an exceptional place to advance your career, contribute to a community of scholars, and inspire the next generation.

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