Visiting Assistant Professor - Classical Archaeology

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Position Description

The Department of Classical & Modern Languages & Literatures at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month Visiting Assistant Professor position in Classical Archaeology to begin on September 1, 2026 (with the possibility of renewal). We seek applicants with a record of teaching, research, and publication in Roman archaeology and material culture, commensurate with stage of career, who will be able to teach surveys in Roman archaeology and material culture at the graduate and undergraduate levels (3/3 load) and to complement existing faculty interests. The candidate will be expected to contribute to the teaching of core courses in the program: such as Archaeologies of the Classical World, World of Rome, Ancient Cities, Ancient Technology, World of the Ancient Near East. Ability to teach undergraduate Latin is desired.

About the University

Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students. Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

About the College

Founded in 1925 as one of the university's four original colleges, the College of Arts & Sciences is comprised of 15 departments and one program, offering a wide variety of courses and programs in the humanities, social and behavioral sciences, mathematics, physical sciences, and natural sciences. The College has approximately 10,000 students enrolled representing more than a quarter of the overall Texas Tech University student population while maintaining a 22:1 student to faculty ratio.

About the Department/School/Area

The Classics BA and MA programs in the Department of Classical & Modern Languages & Literatures are vibrant programs that offer undergraduates the ability to focus on a specific area like Ancient Greek, Latin, Classical Culture, and Archaeology. Graduate students develop research skills, solidify their languages, and gain hands-on teaching experience. CMLL consists of a dynamic community from the fields of American Sign Language, Applied Linguistics, Arabic, Classics (which includes Archaeology, Greek, and Latin), English as a Second Language, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish.

Major/Essential Functions

At Texas Tech University, the Visiting Professor title designates a full-time, non-tenure-acquiring position of a limited duration, usually one semester or academic year. Visiting faculty are expected to perform instructional duties, engage with students, and participate in unit-level meetings and business. In line with TTU's strategic priorities to engage and empower a dynamic student body, applicants should have experience working with a breadth of student populations at the undergraduate level.

Faculty Qualifications

1. PhD in Archaeology or Classics in hand by position start date;
2. Record of teaching, research, and publication in Roman archeology and material culture;
3. Ability to teach surveys in Roman archeology and material culture at the graduate and undergraduate levels;
4. Commitment to undergraduate and graduate mentoring;
5. Ability to contribute to teaching core courses in the program: such as Archaeologies of the Classical World, World of Rome, Ancient Cities, Ancient Technology, World of the Ancient Near East.

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to the required qualifications, individuals with the following preferred qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply:

1. Ability to teach undergraduate Latin.

Duty Point

TTU Lubbock, main campus and affiliated facilities

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