The Kennedy Professorship of Latin

The Board of Electors to the Kennedy Professorship of Latin invite applications for this Professorship from persons whose work falls within the general field of the Professorship to take up appointment on 1 September 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Candidates will have an outstanding research record of international stature in Latin literature and the vision, leadership, experience and enthusiasm to build on current strengths in maintaining and developing a leading research presence. The Kennedy Professorship is one of the world's most prestigious Latin professorships. The holder is expected to take a leading role in advancing both research and pedagogy in Latin Studies in Cambridge, and in promoting the field of Classics as a whole within the UK and internationally. They will hold a PhD or equivalent postgraduate qualification.

Standard professorial duties include teaching and research, examining, supervision and administration. The Professor will be based in Cambridge.  A competitive salary will be offered.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click the 'Apply' button above. 

Further information is available at: http://www.hr.admin.cam.ac.uk/professorships or contact the Human Resources, University Offices, The Old Schools, Cambridge, CB2 1TT, (email: professorships@admin.cam.ac.uk).

Applications, consisting of a letter of application, a statement of current and future research plans, a curriculum vitae and a publications list, along with details of three referees should be made online no later than 8 September 2025.

Informal enquiries may be directed to Professor Emily Gowers, Chair, Faculty of Classics, e-mail: eg235@cam.ac.uk

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