Departments of Classics and Philosophy (Tenure Track, Start Fall

Departments of Classics and Philosophy (Tenure Track, Start Fall 2027) . Grinnell College . Grinnell, IA . The Department of Classics and the Department of Philosophy invite applications for a joint tenure-track appointment in ancient Greek and Roman philosophy beginning Fall 2027.

Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Instructor (ABD) or Associate Professor possible. Candidates should be able to teach courses at various levels of Greek and Latin and of Greek and Roman philosophy in translation, as well as other courses in English in their areas of expertise in Classics and in Philosophy that contribute to the two departments’ curricula and to the liberal-arts mission of the college. The teaching load is five courses over two semesters; periodically one course will be Tutorial (a topical writing/critical thinking course for first-year students, the only College-wide requirement beyond the completion of a major in an individually-advised curriculum). Additional information about our curriculum and faculty can be found at https://www.grinnell.edu/academics/majors-concentrations/classics and https://www.grinnell.edu/academics/majors-concentrations/philosophy . .

Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Instructor (ABD) or Associate Professor possible. . In letters of application, candidates should discuss their interest in developing as a teacher and scholar in a highly selective undergraduate liberal arts college that emphasizes close student-faculty interaction . They should also discuss their potential to contribute to a college community that maintains a diversity of people and perspectives as one of its core values. To be assured of full consideration, all application materials should be received by October 16, 2026.

To apply, candidates will need to upload the following materials: · A letter of application · Curriculum vitae · Graduate transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable) · A representative, article-length writing sample · Names and email contact information for three professional references Questions about this search should be directed to the search chair, Dustin Dixon , at [email protected] or (641) 269-3282.