Teaching Associate in Classical Art and Archaeology [Temporary Cover]

The Faculty of Classics is seeking to appoint a temporary Teaching Associate in Classical Art and Archaeology from 1 October 2026 for twelve months. The post is open to those at any stage of their career, with a primary research and teaching interest in any area of Classical Archaeology. The Faculty is particularly interested in applicants with an ability to teach topics in Graeco-Roman art and visual culture; an ability to teach ancient Greek and Latin is essential.

The successful applicant will be expected to take a full part in teaching and examining in Classical Archaeology, ancient Greek and Latin from beginners to postgraduates, and to assist in administration as appropriate.

We are seeking an individual with a strong academic record and potential to make a significant contribution to the Faculty. Candidates will need to show evidence of the following qualifications, skills and experience:

• Good first degree and PhD in a relevant subject area (or clear evidence that completion of such a doctorate is imminent)
• Evidence of ability to engage in high-level research in Classical Art and Archaeology, with publications and participation in scholarly activity commensurate with stage of career
• Evidence of ability to teach ancient Greco-Roman art and visual culture effectively at all relevant levels
• Evidence of ability to teach Latin and ancient Greek
• Ability to play an effective role in the life and work of the Faculty
• Ability to work as part of a team 

In order of your application to be considered, please ensure you upload the following: 

• a CV
• a covering letter
• sample of academic work (published or forthcoming: up to a maximum of approximately 20,000 words) you wish the Committee to read. Candidates may submit samples of unpublished writings or works in progress as pdf documents in the Upload section of the online application.

Applicants are requested to ask two referees to write directly to the Faculty at recruitment@classics.cam.ac.uk by the closing date. The Faculty will not contact referees; this is the sole responsibility of the applicant.

This post is fixed-term for 12 months pending the recruitment for a permanent member of staff.

The closing date is midnight Monday 6 April 2026 and interviews are planned for Thursday 30 April 2026, subject to change.

Informal enquiries about the post can be directed to Professor Emily Gowers at eg235@cam.ac.uk. Questions about the application process can be directed to the Faculty at recruitment@classics.cam.ac.uk

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

Please quote reference GE48858 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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