Assistant Professor of Classics

Assistant Professor of Classics

The Department of Classics at Stanford University seeks applicants for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor in Greek Language and Literature with specialization either in Greek prose of the Classical era or Greek literature of the Hellenistic or Imperial periods. Ability to teach courses in one or more of the following areas is a desired additional skill:epigraphy papyrology paleography textual criticism comparative-historical linguistics ancient religion. The candidate will be expected to teach and advise students at both the graduate and undergraduate levels and must hold a PhD in Classics by the start of the term of appointment (September 1 2027).

Applicants should also have a consistent record of quality teaching and demonstrate the pedagogical skills required to design and teach a variety of courses in the original languages and in translation at all levels as well as to mentor undergraduate and graduate students. The annual teaching load is four courses over three quarters.

Candidates should apply through Stanford Faculty Positions and submit

• a cover letter
• curriculum vitae (including a complete publication list)
• a combined research and teaching statement (no more than three single-spaced pages)
• three letters of recommendation

The salary range for this position is $115133 - $135388 for academic year 2026-27.

Stanford University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the qualifications of the selected candidate budget availability and internal equity.

Further information about Stanfords Department of Classics may be found at . Inquiries may be directed to Claudia Ortega Director of Finance and Operations ().

The application process will close on November 2 2026.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the Universitys research teaching and clinical missions.

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