Visiting Assistant Professor of Classics

Kalamazoo College invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor of Classics, beginning September 2026; depending on departmental needs, there is a possibility of renewal for a second year. We seek a generalist with a high aptitude for and interest in undergraduate teaching and a commitment to the liberal arts. The successful candidate will teach six courses over three terms, including a course in Roman art and archaeology, introductory and advanced Latin, as well as three other general courses in classical civilization from our catalogue (such as Classical Mythology or Greek civilization) or a course in their academic specialty.

PhD preferred; advanced ABDs considered (at the rank of Instructor).

Kalamazoo College is a highly selective nationally known liberal arts college offering an integrated undergraduate experience that weaves a traditional liberal arts curriculum into educational experiences in both domestic and international settings. It is a member of the Posse Program and home of the Arcus Center for Social Justice Leadership. The campus is located in a diverse and vibrant city in southwestern Michigan, midway between Chicago and Detroit, and is the home of the Kalamazoo Promise.

The Kalamazoo area encompasses a community of 335,000, which supports several college and university campuses along with numerous civic arts and cultural associations. Thirty-five miles from Lake Michigan, the area offers many opportunities for outdoor activities. The college's 145-acre Lillian Anderson Arboretum, a 10-15 minute drive from campus, provides substantial opportunities for teaching and research in a field setting.

Review of applications will begin February 20, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, the names and contact information for three references, and a statement of teaching philosophy that includes your pedagogical approach to ensuring that students from a wide range of backgrounds can be successful in the curriculum and the classroom.

For more information, see the College homepage and the Classics department homepage.

Kalamazoo College encourages candidates who will contribute to the cultural diversity of the College to apply and to identify themselves if they wish. Equal Opportunity Employer.