University of Michigan - Ann Arbor - LEO Lecturer III - Latin

University of Michigan – Ann Arbor – LEO Lecturer III – Latin

How to Apply

Application materials should include a cover letter, current curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy and experience, and three letters of recommendation. Letters of reference should be from persons who can speak to the candidate's teaching performance and knowledge of pedagogical methods. Additional evidence of successful teaching is also welcome.

Applicants should submit the application dossier (cover letter, CV, teaching statement) via email attachments to Tarah Hearns, Executive Secretary, Department of Classical Studies, University of Michigan, 2160 Angell Hall, 435 S. State St., Ann Arbor, MI 48109‑1003, lsa-clas-search. Letters of reference should be sent directly by the recommender to lsa-clas-search.

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Department of Classical Studies has been authorized to make an appointment in Latin language and pedagogy for the full‑time position of a Lecturer III in Latin with a preferred start date of January 1, 2027 (a start date of August 1, 2027 is also possible). The appointment is for an initial three‑year period, with a major review that may lead to appointment as Lecturer IV.

The teaching load is three courses per term, per the collective bargaining agreement between the University and the Lecturers’ Employee Organization (LEO).

• Regular teaching in the four‑semester sequence in elementary Latin that satisfies the undergraduate language requirement in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts.
• Occasional teaching in other areas of the departmental curriculum, including ancient Greek, as necessitated by departmental needs.
• Contributing in a variety of ways to building the Latin and ancient Greek programs.
• Remaining current on new instructional materials and methodologies in language teaching.
• Engaging in recruitment of current and prospective U‑M students to the Department and taking a leading role in the Department’s outreach efforts to Latin teachers and students in Michigan.

• A Ph.D. in Classics or a related field.
• Experience in secondary education is welcome.
• University‑year (nine‑month) appointment with a preferred start date of January 1, 2027.

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U‑M and the Lecturers’ Employee Organization, AFL‑CIO, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third‑party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

All materials must be submitted by August 14, 2026 to receive full consideration. The successful candidate will be notified in mid‑November 2026.

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Questions should be directed to Netta Berlin, chair of the search committee, at berlin.

Applicants should submit the application dossier via email attachments to Tarah Hearns, Executive Secretary, Department of Classical Studies, University of Michigan, 2160 Angell Hall, 435 S. State St., Ann Arbor, MI 48109‑1003, lsa-clas-search.