The Department of Historical Studies at the University of Toronto Mississauga invites applications for a tenure-stream appointment in Roman History and Material Culture at the rank of Assistant Professor. The appointment will begin on July 1, 2016.

Applicants must have earned a PhD in Classics or one of the related disciplines (e.g. Ancient History, Archaeology, History) by date of appointment or shortly thereafter. The successful candidate’s research will focus on the history and material culture of the Ancient Mediterranean in the Roman period beyond Roman Italy. She or he will emphasize the archaeological and documentary evidence, and demonstrate clear engagement with historical questions and methodologies. Successful applicants must demonstrate strong linguistic skills in both Greek and Latin.

We seek a candidate whose research complements the expertise already present in the Department of Historical Studies. The successful candidate must display evidence of excellence in and commitment to both research and teaching.

The successful candidate must have the ability to teach a broad range of courses from the introductory to advanced levels, contributing to the undergraduate program on the Mississauga campus, and will hold a graduate appointment at the Department of Classics in the St. George campus of the University of Toronto.