About the Position
The University of Liverpool invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in Late Antique Literature within the Department of Archaeology, Classics and Egyptology, located in Liverpool, United Kingdom. This academic role contributes to the ERC-funded GREEKWEST project exploring Greek language communities, migration patterns, and social transformation in Western Europe between 300 and 700 CE.
The successful candidate will investigate Literary Culture and Education in Late Antiquity and analyse evidence from Greek and Latin texts across Western Europe. Researchers will employ philology, sociolinguistics, prosopography, and epigraphy to understand language knowledge, cultural exchange, and bilingual communities in the late antique Mediterranean world.
The project team will also build a multi-part research database cataloguing evidence for Greek usage across western regions such as Calabria, Sicily, Carthage, Gaul, and Gallaecia. Therefore, this role offers outstanding opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration, advanced research training, and international academic networking.
This position suits scholars with expertise in ancient languages, classical literature, or historical sociolinguistics. Moreover, the project strongly supports independent research, conference participation, publication development, and long-term academic career progression in Archaeology and Classical Studies. Explore more fully funded research positions in archaeology.
Program / Job Details
- Position: Postdoctoral Research Associate
- Institution: University of Liverpool, United Kingdom
- Department: Department of Archaeology, Classics and Egyptology
- Research Field: Archaeology and Classical Studies
- Supervisor: Dr Alison John
- Location: Liverpool, United Kingdom
- Job Type: Postdoctoral Research Position
- Number of Positions: 1
- Start Date: September 2026
- Working Hours: Full-time
- Salary / Funding: Fully Funded – £39,906 – £46,049 per year (Grade 7)
- Required Degree / Diploma: PhD in Classics, Archaeology, Ancient History, or related discipline
This fully funded academic position in Archaeology and Classical Studies at the University of Liverpool, United Kingdom, is open to one candidate, starting in September 2026.
Research Area
The research project focuses on:
- Late Antique Greek and Latin literary culture
- Sociolinguistics of ancient languages
- Migration and bilingualism in the late antique West
- Epigraphy, prosopography, and textual analysis
- Cultural exchange between Eastern and Western Mediterranean societies
- Education and knowledge transmission in Late Antiquity
- Historical networks across Western Europe
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- PhD in Classics, Archaeology, Ancient History, or related field
- Strong academic background in ancient languages and literature
- Demonstrated research experience working with late antique texts
- Excellent knowledge of the Latin and Greek languages
- Proficiency in English for academic communication
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in sociolinguistic approaches to historical texts
- Peer-reviewed publications or conference presentations
- Experience working in international research collaborations
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Key Responsibilities
- Conduct independent research in late antique literary studies
- Analyse Greek and Latin texts within sociolinguistic frameworks
- Collaborate with international interdisciplinary research teams
- Contribute to the project’s digital research database
- Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals
- Present results at conferences and academic workshops
Application Process
Applications must be submitted through the official university recruitment portal before the deadline.
Required Documents
- CV / Academic Resume
- Motivation or Cover Letter
- Academic Transcripts
- References or Recommendation Letters
- Proof of language proficiency (if required)
- Publication list (if applicable)
Important Dates
- Applications Open: March 2026
- Application Deadline: 10 April 2026 (23:30 UK Time)
- Interview Period: Early May 2026 (online via Microsoft Teams)
- Expected Start Date: September 2026
Where to Apply
- University Website: University of Liverpool
- Department Information: Department of Archaeology, Classics and Egyptology
- Official Job Announcement: Postdoctoral Research Associate – Late Antique Literature
- Application Portal: Submit Your Application via University Recruitment System
📧 Contact for Queries
Email: Alison.John@liverpool.ac.uk
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