Assistant Professor of Roman History
The Department of Ancient Mediterranean Studies & Archaeology at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin in August 2026. We seek a scholar whose research focuses on the history of the Roman world during the Republic and/or the Early Empire.
Candidates should be prepared to teach classes in their area of specialization, Latin at all levels, and courses on the histories and cultures of the Ancient Mediterranean. In addition to an active research program, applicants should have a strong record of teaching at the undergraduate level (including Latin) and an interest in mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds. Experience in online teaching is desirable. Applicants must hold or anticipate a Ph.D. in Classical Studies or related field by August 1st, 2026. We especially encourage applicants with cross-disciplinary interests and innovative approaches to the ancient world that will expand upon the current research and teaching interests in the department.
UNCG is a Minority Serving Institution and is considered an engine of social mobility for students. UNCG and the Ancient Mediterranean Studies & Archaeology Department foster an environment of collaboration across departments and schools and support community-engaged research. UNCG is located in Greensboro NC, a metropolitan area of more than 1.7 million in the Piedmont region of North Carolina, between the Atlantic Ocean and the Appalachian mountains. UNCG is an EOE/AA/M/F/D/V employer and is strongly committed to increasing faculty diversity.
Review of applications will begin on December 20th, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Priority will be given to applications received on or before December 20th, 2025. To apply for this position, visit https://spartantalent.uncg.edu/ click on “Faculty” and select position #1129.
Requested from applicants:
Cover letter
CV
3 letters of recommendation
1 syllabus for an upper-level Latin seminar
1 syllabus on an upper-level class/seminar on their area of specialization