The Department of Languages and Cultures Full-time limited-term appointment in Ancient Studies, 2-year (2025-2027)

Date Posted: April 3, 2025

Posting Deadline: May 28, 2025

Department: Languages and Cultures-Ancient Studies

Type of Employment: 2-year Limited Term Appointment (LTA), Full-Time

Group Affiliation: SMUFU

At Saint Mary's University, you will be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility, diversity, and the provision of a positive and supportive learning environment. We recognize the importance of the contribution and growth of each individual in the University's success. We are currently looking to fill the position of Assistant Professor (Limited Term Appointment; LTA) in Ancient Studies for two years.

In support of the University's Employment Equity Program and commitment to a representative workforce, preference will be given to candidates that self-identify as a member of a visible minority/racialized group.

Job Information and Responsibilities

The Department of Languages and Cultures at Saint Mary's University invites applications for a contractually limited two-year appointment in Ancient Studies at the rank of Assistant Professor. Applicants must hold a PhD in Classics, Classical Archaeology, Art History, or Ancient History. We are seeking candidates who are able to teach courses in ancient history, Classical civilization, Latin, art, and archeology, with a demonstrated record of effectiveness in university teaching, and who will support courses at all levels of our undergraduate program. Alongside a full-time teaching assignment, the successful candidate will be expected to advise students and participate actively in the intellectual life of the department. The appointment will commence September 1, 2025.

For more information on the Department of Languages and Cultures, please visit the following websites: https://www.smu.ca/lc/index.html (for the Ancient Studies (Classics) program, please visit: https://www.smu.ca/lc/programs-ancient-studies.html) and for the Saint Mary's University Faculty Union Collective Agreement: https://www.smufu.org/collective-agreements/

Application Details

Interested candidates have to email two PDF files, one of which presents a letter of application and a curriculum vitae containing the names of three referees (from whom the department will solicit letters directly, if needed). A separate PDF file should present (i) a research dossier consisting of a research statement and two writing samples, and (ii) a teaching dossier consisting of a statement of teaching philosophy and recent summative reports of official teaching evaluations. Our university policy also requires an original of the official transcript (attesting a Ph.D. degree) - the candidates are kindly asked to make necessary arrangements for the transcript to be sent directly to the Department's Chair by the granting institution. All these documents are to be sent to:

Andrés Arteaga

Acting Chair, Department of Languages and Cultures

Department of Languages and Cultures

Saint Mary's University

923 Robie Street

Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 3C3

E-mail: [email protected] [email protected]

The closing date for applications is May 27, 2025.

At Saint Mary's University equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect, we welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity and others who might contribute to the growth and enrichment of our community.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]