Lecturer in Princeton

Lecturer Position

Lecturer

Location:

Princeton, NJ Salary Range or Pay Grade: $83,100 - $87,500

The Department of Classics at Princeton University may have occasional openings for Lecturers to teach either an undergraduate course or precepts (sections) for undergraduate courses during the  academic year and accepts applications in advance in the event the occasion arises where such lecturers are needed. These courses may focus on Greek or Latin literature and culture, Greek or Roman history, or the Latin language.

Such positions would require teaching courses and/or leading discussions, attending course lectures, being available for meetings with the course instructor(s), holding regular on-campus office hours, and grading student exams and papers. Appointment duty time is subject to enrollments, and any available position may be for the Fall 2026 and/or Spring 2027 semesters, with the potential for renewal depending on departmental need.

Essential

Qualifications:

1) Advanced degree in Classics or related field required, PhD preferred, and
2) Prior teaching experience at the college or university level.

Interested candidates should apply online with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for three references. Applications will be reviewed based on curricular need, and the Department may not review all applications it receives. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No letters of recommendation are required at this time.

The work location for these positions is in-person on campus at Princeton University.

These positions are subject to the University's background check policy. Term positions of one year or less are not eligible for sponsorship of an H-1B visa requiring consular processing.

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.