Salary: $77,946-100,000 (dependent upon appointment rank); base pay range is for a nine-month academic appointment paid over twelve months The Department of Classics at the University of Chicago invites applications for a position as an Instructional Professor (open rank) in Modern Greek, with an expected start date of September 1, 2027, or as soon as possible thereafter. Responsibilities include both teaching and service duties. Teaching normally consists of seven courses across three quarters…
at all levels of the Modern Greek language. One language course may periodically be replaced by a non-language course in an area of Modern Greek culture or a course in the College Core curriculum . The selected candidate may also contribute to programming in the Center for Hellenic Studies . Service duties may include advising undergraduate theses, creating and overseeing placement exams and graduate language exams, teaching independent studies, or other program-specific duties. Instructional Professors of all ranks are required to engage in regular professional development. The selected candidate will be appointed at the rank of Assistant Instructional Professor, Associate Instructional Professor, or Instructional Professor, depending on qualifications and educational background. The initial appointment is for a minimum of 2 years, with longer initial terms possible depending on qualifications and initial rank. Reappointment in the position is possible after the initial term, contingent upon positive review. Review and progression schedule are determined by a collective bargaining agreement between the University and the Service Employees International Union. Salary Range or Pay Grade: Assistant Instructional Professor: $77,946 - $84,181; Associate Instructional Professor: $84,182 - $91,113; Instructional Professor: $91,114 - $100,000. This base pay range is for a nine-month academic appointment paid over 12 months. The position also includes a relocation allowance for qualifying expenses. This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook . Applicants must have experience teaching at the post-secondary level, with experience teaching Modern Greek at the post-secondary level preferred, and must demonstrate sufficient language proficiency for teaching Modern Greek in a university context, e.g., through an ACTFL-certified result at the Superior level or higher, or through receipt of an advanced degree earned in a modern Greek-language context . An MA in a field related to Modern Greek is required, a PhD is preferred. Candidates with specialized training in second language acquisition, second language pedagogy, and/or assessment are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants must upload the following materials to the University of Chicago?s recruitment website at apply.interfolio.com/195141 by 10:59pm Central Time/11:59pm Eastern Time on November 9, 2026 : · CV · Cover letter · Teaching statement · Sample syllabus from past teaching · Teaching evaluations, as available · Contact information for three references Longlisted candidates will be asked to provide additional materials following the initial review of applications. Questions may be directed to Anna Hornsby (they/them) at annahornsby@uchicago.edu. The terms and conditions of employment for this position are covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the University and the Service Employees International Union. This position is contingent upon budgetary approval. The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination . Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request. The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions. $77,946-100,000 (dependent upon appointment rank); base pay range is for a nine-month academic appointment paid over twelve months

