The Department of Classical Studies at Tufts University is seeking applicants for a one-year part-time Lectureship beginning September 1, 2026. Teaching responsibilities for this position will consist of two courses in the fall semester (Intermediate Latin and Classical Mythology) and one course TBD in spring 2027. The department seeks Classicists in any field of specialization with an innovative and thoughtful approach to teaching designed to engage the broadest range of students in the study of the Ancient World. We are particularly interested in teaching that will invite interdisciplinary engagement with other fields, expand the academic horizons within the department, and attract students to the study of Antiquity.

A Ph.D. by July 1, 2026 is preferred; ABD will be considered.

All application materials must be submitted via Interfolio at: https://apply.interfolio.com/188001.

Applicants should submit a letter of application, a CV, and should arrange to have two letters of recommendation uploaded directly to Interfolio by the letter writers (or appropriate third party). The Department will commence its initial screening of applications on June 25th, 2026. We will interview select candidates via zoom. The advertising and search process will remain active until the position is filled.

Please direct any inquiries to the Department Chair, Prof. Greg Crane (gregory.crane@tufts.edu). For more information about the department, please visit our website: https://as.tufts.edu/classicalstudies/."

All offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a background check.

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