The Department of Classics at Florida State University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor level. This is a tenure-earning position that will begin in August 2026. We seek a specialist in Greek history and/or historiography with a focus in the Hellenistic period, broadly defined, and research interests that complement those of existing faculty. The 2/2 teaching assignment normally includes both undergraduate- and graduate-level teaching with at least one large undergraduate course with broad appeal to non-majors.
The Department of Classics at Florida State University is among the largest Classical Studies programs in the public university system and provides undergraduate students the intimacy of a small liberal arts college, while providing graduate students the resources and experience of a large R-1 university. We offer B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. degrees, and host twice-yearly conferences of international scope in areas of faculty research. In alignment with FSU's strategic plan, the Department actively fosters research opportunities and multi-disciplinary collaboration for our students at all levels and supports faculty advancement at all levels. FSU is located in Tallahassee, FL, with a historic campus and a vibrant urban community with an award-winning parks system in the heart of the Florida panhandle (https://visittallahassee.com/).
A doctoral degree from an accredited institution is required, as well as a developing record of achievement in teaching, academic research, and service is required. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to both research excellence and engaged teaching to multiple constituencies. Salary competitive. More information regarding the Classics program at FSU can be found at our website (https://classics.fsu.edu).
Apply at https://jobs.fsu.edu (Job ID 61230). Applicants should upload a cover letter in which they address both research plans and approaches to teaching at all levels, curriculum vitae, and writing sample (a dissertation chapter or article) of no more than 25 pages. Additionally, three letters of recommendation should be sent to the Department at [email protected]. The deadline for applications, including all materials, is October 31, 2025.
Initial interviews will be conducted over Zoom in early December, and candidates should indicate in their correspondence how they can best be reached in December. Any questions about the position should be directed to the Department Chair, Tim Stover ([email protected]).
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.