Visiting Assistant Professor, Greek Literature or History

Yale University: Faculty of Arts and Sciences: Humanities: Classics

Location

New Haven, CT

Open Date

Apr 10, 2026

Deadline

Apr 09, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

The Classics Department at Yale University is looking to hire a one-year, non-renewable Visiting Assistant Professor in the areas of Greek literature or history, beginning July 1, 2026. The successful candidate will teach a 2:2 schedule and will apply two course equivalents of effort in collaborating in the supervision of senior honors theses and providing other administrative service. The teaching load will include upper-level undergraduate Greek language classes and lecture courses or seminars in translation on aspects of Greek history and culture. Candidates whose research interests can expand our current course offerings will receive special consideration; examples of such areas could include (but are not limited to) Greek oratory, Greek drama, or gender in the Greek world. The successful applicant will enter a close-knit, supportive department, with fellow faculty ready to provide mentorship and support.

Qualifications

The appointee must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree or have completed all requirements for the Ph.D. by June 1, 2026.

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit an application via https://apply.interfolio.com/184436. The application materials should contain a cover letter, CV, teaching statement, writing sample (max. 25 pages including bibliography), and the names of three references. Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide letters.

Review of applications will begin on May 10, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. For questions regarding this position, please email Prof. James Uden (james.uden@yale.edu), chair of the VAP Search Committee.