Visiting Assistant Professor of Classics & Ancient Mediterranean Studies

Position Title:

Visiting Assistant Professor of Classics & Ancient Mediterranean Studies

Position Type:

Full time

Location:

Vaughan Literature Building

Categories:

Faculty Exempt

Job Summary:

Job Duties:

The Department of Classics & Ancient Mediterranean Studies at Bucknell University invites applications for a one-year position at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor beginning August 2025.

We seek a broadly trained teacher-scholar with a Ph.D. in Classics, Ancient History, or related fields. (Candidates in the final stages of completing degree requirements for a PhD will be considered.) Candidates should have demonstrable evidence of teaching success and must possess expertise in the history and cultures of the Roman Mediterranean, and Latin language and texts. Candidates should demonstrate professional-level proficiency in research regarding the ancient world, emerging evidence of a strong body of scholarship, potential for growth in their field of specialization, and excellence in undergraduate teaching to a diverse student body. Candidates should expect to teach a range of courses that focus on the language, history, culture, religions, and other aspects of ancient culture in the Roman period. The normal teaching load for a replacement VAP is six courses per academic year. In addition, candidates should be able to teach courses of broad appeal within (and potentially beyond) regular departmental course offerings. We seek a teacher-scholar who has a demonstrated commitment to providing high impact educational practices (writing intensive courses, interdisciplinary courses, global learning, etc.) that would appeal to a broad and diverse university audience.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, a CV, and statement of teaching philosophy. Your application should establish your interest in working at a primarily undergraduate liberal arts institution. Include how your experiences, knowledge, skills, and/or past accomplishments will contribute to equitable and inclusive teaching, broadly defined as including classroom instruction, advising, mentoring, and other educational experiences.

For additional information and to apply, please go to Bucknell’s career site (careers.bucknell.edu). Applications will only be accepted online. Review of applications will begin on March 5, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Candidates who advance past the initial review of dossiers will be interviewed by video conferencing. Three letters of reference will be requested from candidates who advance to an on-campus interview.

For any questions, please contact Kris Trego (kris.trego@bucknell.edu), Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Classics & Ancient Mediterranean Studies. 

Advertised:

2025-02-18

Benefits: 

Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to):

• Flexible scheduling options determined by role;
• Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
• An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
• Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.
• A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
• A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card

To learn more about Bucknell’s benefits, click here! (*Eligibility criteria and waiting periods may apply.)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community. We endeavor to enhance our capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. We encourage all individuals to apply and do not discriminate in admissions, employment, educational programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.

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