May 20, 2025
12-Month Lecturer in Ancient Mediterranean Studies
The Department of Ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern Studies at the University of British Columbia is seeking applications for a one-year leave replacement Lecturer position in Ancient Mediterranean Studies, to commence September 1, 2025. The position involves teaching eight 13-week courses (24 credits) and participating in departmental service, events and initiatives. The successful candidate will possess a strong commitment to teaching, and will be expected to teach in ancient languages, as well as Roman social history and/or Greek culture. Depending on the candidate’s expertise, examples of course packages may include:
Ancient Rome
Slavery in the Ancient Greek and Roman World
Women in the Roman World of Republican and Imperial Times
5 courses in Latin language
Greek Religion
Greek Art and Architecture
Slavery in the Ancient Greek and Roman World
5 courses in Greek and/or Latin languages
Lecturer positions entail a probationary first year and are appointments without review (i.e. non-tenure track), renewable for successive terms subject to availability of funds and demonstration of excellence in teaching and service, in accordance with the Collective Agreement between UBC and the UBC Faculty Association. Applicants are required to have a Ph.D. in Classical Studies or a related field. We especially welcome applications from candidates who have demonstrated a commitment to advancing a culture of equity, inclusion, and decolonization through teaching, course development, or service.
Enquiries may be made to the Head of the Department of AMNE, Dr. Michael Griffin, at amne.assistant@ubc.ca.
The deadline for the receipt of applications is June 20, 2025. Applicants should apply only through AMNE’s Internal Resources website at: https://amne.air.arts.ubc.ca/job-opportunities/applications-for-2025-12-month-lecturer-in-ancient-mediterranean-studies/
Please upload in the following order as individual PDFs (max. size 15 MB):
- A letter of application
- Curriculum vitae
- Teaching dossier, including:
- (a) List of courses previously taught, including format and approximate enrolment.
- (b) A statement of teaching philosophy and interests (1-2 pages)
- (c) Sample teaching materials: two course syllabuses designed by the candidate reflecting their teaching range, with examples of assessments (e.g. assignment descriptions, essay prompts, evaluation criteria) for those courses.
- (d) Teaching evaluations (peer and/or student) for up to three courses.
- A statement about your contributions or potential contributions to advancing a culture of equity and inclusion. This may include experience or plans for working with a diverse student body, decolonizing curriculum or course design, amplifying marginalized voices, or other initiatives (1-2 pages)
Shortlisted applicants will be asked to arrange to have three confidential letters of reference sent directly by their referees. Interviews will be conducted through Zoom.
The position is subject to final budgetary approval. The expected pay range for this position is $6,867 – $8,583/month. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Information about the Department is available on the web at: http://amne.ubc.ca
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Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Métis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.
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