Postdoctoral Associate and Lecturer in Classics, Yale University, USA

Summary

The Department of Classics at Yale University is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Associate and Lecturer position in New Haven, Connecticut. This appointment is a one-year fellowship beginning August 1, 2027, with the potential for renewal for a second year following an informal review in January 2028. Scholars working in any area of research related to Greco-Roman antiquity are encouraged to apply, provided their Ph.D. was conferred in 2023 or later and is completed before the start date. Responsibilities include a 1-1 teaching load or equivalent advising and mentoring duties. Applications must be submitted via Interfolio, with review beginning December 8, 2026. Compensation aligns with Yale's postdoctoral pay policies, and the post includes benefits.

Key Facts

Department	Department of Classics
Position Type	Postdoctoral Associate and Lecturer
Discipline	Humanities / Classics
Research Area	Greco-Roman Antiquity
Degree Required	Ph.D.
Experience	Degree conferred 2023 or later. Expertise that complements current faculty.
Salary	Commensurate with Yale University postdoctoral compensation policies and the candidate's experience.
Funding	Fellowship
Contract Duration	One year, renewable for a second year
Language	English
Deadline	2027-10-01
Required Documents	Cover letter, Curriculum vitae, Letters from three references, Writing sample (no more than 25 pages)
Employer Address	New Haven, Connecticut, USA
Employer Contact	Andrew Johnston, Associate Professor of Classics and History (E-mail: [email protected])

About the Project

The fellowship covers any field of research relating to Greco-Roman antiquity. Candidates conduct independent research while contributing to the department's academic environment through research that complements the expertise of existing faculty members.

Key Responsibilities

• Fulfill a 1-1 teaching expectation or equivalent advising and mentoring responsibilities within the Department of Classics.
• Conduct scholarly research in a field relating to Greco-Roman antiquity.

Required Skills

• Expertise in Greco-Roman antiquity that complements the current faculty.

Who Should Apply

Scholars in any field of research relating to Greco-Roman antiquity who earned their Ph.D. in 2023 or later (and will have it in hand by August 1, 2027) with expertise complementing the current faculty.

Benefits

• Benefits-eligible position.
• Competitive compensation based on Yale University postdoctoral policies and experience.

About the Employer

Yale University's Faculty of Arts and Sciences includes the Department of Classics, located in New Haven, Connecticut, committed to equal employment opportunities based on qualifications and abilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does the position start?

The anticipated start date is August 1, 2027.

What are the teaching duties?

The position carries a 1-1 teaching expectation or equivalent advising and mentoring responsibilities within the department.

When is the degree requirement deadline?

The applicant's Ph.D. must be conferred in 2023 or later and must be in hand by the start date of August 1, 2027.

How should applications be submitted?

Applications must be submitted online via Interfolio.