About Position/Job
Aarhus University’s School of Culture and Society is inviting applications for a full-time, fixed-term Teaching Assistant Professorship or Teaching Associate Professorship in Classical Philology, beginning January 2026. The position is affiliated with the Classical Studies programme in the Department of History and Classical Studies. This role is ideal for candidates passionate about teaching ancient Greek and Latin language and literature. The university values diversity and interdisciplinary collaboration, offering a dynamic academic environment that blends Classical Philology with archaeology and cultural studies. This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking institution committed to developing innovative teaching and strong academic traditions.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Teaching Assistant Professor / Teaching Associate Professor
- Institution: Aarhus University
- Department: Department of History and Classical Studies, School of Culture and Society
- Research field: Classical Philology
- Location: Aarhus, Denmark
- Number of post: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-term (4 years)
- Start Date (Anticipated): January 2026
- Working Hours: 37 hours per week
- Salary Range: Not specified
- Required Degree/Diploma: MA
Research area
- Classical Philology
- Ancient Greek and Latin Language
- Greek and Roman Literature
- Classical Studies
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Master’s degree in Classical Philology, Ancient Greek or Latin
- Teaching qualifications in Ancient Greek and Latin language and grammar
- Ability to teach Greek and Latin literature in original languages
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience teaching Greek and Latin at all levels
- Experience supervising BA and MA students
- Pedagogical training (required for associate professor level)
- Willingness to teach in Danish within an agreed timeframe
Key Responsibilities
- Teach ancient Greek and Latin languages and literature
- Co-teach with colleagues across Classical Philology, Classical Studies, and related minors
- Participate in interdisciplinary teaching with archaeology
- Contribute to the academic environment of the department
- Prepare and deliver full curriculum content for Classical Philology programme
- Translate between Danish and Greek/Latin (after language acquisition, if necessary)
Application Process
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through Aarhus University’s online recruitment system. If applying for both teaching assistant and associate professor levels, submit two separate applications.
Required Documents:
- Cover letter with motivation
- Curriculum Vitae
- Degree certificates
- Teaching portfolio (including list of courses, course outlines, student evaluations)
- (Optional) List of publications
Important Dates
- Application Opens: Open now
- Deadline: 15 August 2025, 23:59 CEST
- Interview Date: Not specified
Useful Links
- Institution Website: Aarhus University
- Official Notification Link: Teaching Vacancy at Aarhus University
- Apply now: Apply as Teaching Assistant Professor
