Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Classics. Both entry-level and experienced candidates are encouraged to apply. This is a full-time, one-year position beginning July 1, 2023. Please visit this web page (https://www.hollins.edu/offices-and-services/human-resources/faculty-positions/) to learn more about Hollins; its commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice; faculty development; the university’s students; and the Roanoke Valley.
Position and Qualifications
The position is for a generalist to teach five or six courses, including courses in elementary to advanced Latin and/or Greek, ancient art, and an undergraduate classics course on a topic of choice. Two faculty members cover most of the ancient studies courses: three levels of ancient Greek and Latin, mythology, art history, history, literature, women’s studies, and theater. Majors can concentrate in Classical Philology or Ancient Studies, and minors in Greek or Latin are possible. At any given time, there are 12-15 majors and minors on campus, and 2-3 Classics majors graduate each year. Classes are small, ranging from about 25 in larger lecture courses to 5-6 in upper-level language classes and seminars. Students can choose to study abroad in Greece or Italy or participate in a travel-study program in the January short term.
Since 1975, the department has sponsored a Classics Symposium, an event focusing on a single theme of current interest in classical studies. Renowned scholars deliver public lectures and encourage dialogue about the ancient world.
Candidates must have a Ph.D. in hand by June 30, 2023. Applicants with expertise in gender and women’s studies and who can offer courses cross-listed with the Department of Gender and Women’s Studies and who have college teaching experience are preferred. Applications are sought from those who have demonstrated success working with diverse populations and share Hollins’ commitment to preparing students for leadership opportunities in a broadly diverse, global society.
About Hollins
Known for its creative and highly engaged student body, Hollins University prides itself on its nationally recognized and award-winning undergraduate and graduate academic programs, its deeply committed alumnae/i network, its extraordinarily beautiful campus surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains, and its unique ability to ensure that each of its students has the opportunity to design a transformational college experience.
Application Process
Screening of candidates will begin March 1, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled.
To apply, please submit the following materials:
- A cover letter describing teaching and research interests and detailing progress towards the Ph.D. with an expected completion date of no later than June 30, 2023 if not in hand;
- A curriculum vitae;
- Three letters of recommendation (at least one of which must focus specifically on the candidate’s teaching experience and abilities); and
- A diversity, equity, and inclusion statement that addresses your approach to teaching and mentoring students from underrepresented backgrounds, and how you promote inclusivity and anti-racism in your teaching, writing, research, and/or service.
Candidates advanced to the second stage of review will be invited to submit the following materials:
- A teaching statement;
- A sample syllabus; and
- Unofficial copy of graduate school transcripts.
Applicants should submit materials via this web page (https://hollins.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9YcgV0OoOycoxLg). The selected candidate will be asked to submit official transcripts to the Office of the Provost, and once they accept a contingent employment offer, a criminal history background check will be conducted. For questions about the position, please contact search chair Fred Franko (gfranko@hollins.edu).
To apply, please submit the following materials:
- A cover letter describing teaching and research interests and detailing progress towards the Ph.D. with an expected completion date of no later than June 30, 2023 if not in hand;
- A curriculum vitae;
- Three letters of recommendation (at least one of which must focus specifically on the candidate’s teaching experience and abilities); and
- A diversity, equity, and inclusion statement that addresses your approach to teaching and mentoring students from underrepresented backgrounds, and how you promote inclusivity and anti-racism in your teaching, writing, research, and/or service.
Candidates advanced to the second stage of review will be invited to submit the following materials:
- A teaching statement;
- A sample syllabus; and
- Unofficial copy of graduate school transcripts.
Applicants should submit materials via this web page (https://hollins.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9YcgV0OoOycoxLg). The selected candidate will be asked to submit official transcripts to the Office of the Provost, and once they accept a contingent employment offer, a criminal history background check will be conducted. For questions about the position, please contact search chair Fred Franko (gfranko@hollins.edu).
Hollins University is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity at every level of the university. Persons of all genders; persons with disabilities; persons of all racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds; and first-generation college graduates are encouraged to apply.
For more information about Hollins, please visit our website (www.hollins.edu). For more information about the specific academic programs, please visit the Classical Studies (https://hollins.edu/academics/majors-minors/classical-studies) and Gender & Women’s Studies (https://hollins.edu/academics/majors-minors/gender-womens-studies) websites.