Visiting Assistant Professor of Ancient Mediterranean Studies

Department of Classics, Archaeology, and Religion

The Department of Classics, Archaeology, and Religion at the University of Missouri invites applications for a 1-year visiting assistant professor position in Ancient Mediterranean Studies to begin Fall of academic year 2026-27 (with possibility of renewal). The workload distribution for this role is 60% Teaching, 30% Research, 10% Service.

We seek a colleague with expertise in Ancient Greek Language, Literature, and Culture whose scholarship would complement current areas of strength in the department and demonstrate an ability to situate Greek texts in the broader historical and cultural context of the Mediterranean world. A specialization in Health Humanities or Digital Humanities would be particularly welcome.

In addition to actively researching and publishing, the candidate will teach both graduate and undergraduate courses (typically six [6] courses per academic year) to cover curricular needs in both Ancient Mediterranean Studies programs (undergraduate and graduate). Candidates should be prepared to offer Greek language courses at all levels, courses on Greek literature, history, and culture in translation, and advanced topics courses and graduate seminars in their area of expertise. The appointed person will be expected to mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and to provide service to the department and the broader university community.

About the Department/Program:
CAR offers the undergraduate BA degree in both Ancient Mediterranean Studies (which includes courses in Ancient Greek and Latin) and Religious Studies, and the graduate MA and PhD degrees in Ancient Mediterranean Studies (in Archaeology, Classical Languages, or Classical Arts and Humanities). Our home, Swallow Hall, contains a sizeable working-library, the Ferd and Ann LaBrunerie Classics Library. Our subscriptions to the Brepols Library of Latin Texts and the Thesaurus Linguae Graecae give access to vast digital resources and databases for the study of Classical Languages. The Visiting Professor in Ancient Mediterranean Studies will have at their disposal the academic and cultural resources of a Research I university, including the MU Museum of Art and Archaeology, Ellis Library, Special Collections, and a wide range of venues for comparative and interdisciplinary discourse, such as the Center for the Humanities and the Middleton Center for Race, Citizenship, and Justice.

Minimum qualification:
A doctorate in Classical Studies or a closely related field focusing on the Greek or Roman World completed by Aug 15, 2026, is required.

Candidates will be evaluated on:
* Research agenda with demonstrated strength in Ancient Greek Language, Literature and Culture
* Teaching experience and/or potential to contribute to the AMS curriculum at all levels
* Language competencies relevant to research and teaching area
* Potential for significant contribution to the mission of a public research university.

Applicants should use the online application system and be prepared to provide a cover letter (which should include descriptions of their research and teaching experiences and plans), a current curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references. Additional supporting materials might be requested from shortlisted candidates. ABDs and recent PhDs (degree conferred 2024 or later) should also arrange for unofficial transcripts to be sent. For questions regarding this position, please email the chair of the search committee, Marcello Mogetta (mogettam@missouri.edu).

Visa Sponsorship Information:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

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This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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