Assistant Professor of Philosophy

Position Overview

The Department of Classics invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin in Fall 2026-27. We seek a Hellenist specializing in intellectual history.

Responsibilities include:

• Teaching Greek language and culture at the undergraduate and graduate levels

• Conducting research in Greek intellectual history

• Providing departmental and university service, including committee work, overseeing exams, and organizing events

Further information about the department is available on the Classics Department website.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Classical Studies or a closely related field must be completed by August 15, 2026

Application Instructions

Applicants must upload via Interfolio:

• Letter of interest

• Curriculum vitae

• Sample of recent scholarship (no longer than 20 print pages)

Additional materials may be requested after preliminary review:

• Teaching portfolio (teaching statement, sample syllabi, student evaluations)

• Three letters of recommendation

Application deadline: April 10, 2026
Inquiries: Dr. Sean Gurd – sean.gurd@austin.utexas.edu

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Position funding is subject to budgetary availability.

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