University of Maryland Seeks Assistant Professor of Ancient Mediterranean History
The University of Maryland, College Park is accepting applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in the history of the Ancient Mediterranean worlds.
The Department of History announced today that the position welcomes historians with expertise spanning the geographical zone extending into Asia, Africa, and Europe, with chronological specialization open but a particular interest in candidates focusing on the Roman Imperial or late antique periods. Preference will be given to scholars whose work explores the diversity and complexity of the Mediterranean world through lenses such as ethnicity, gender, environment, or connectivity. A Ph.D. in History or a related field must be completed by August 1, 2026, and prior teaching experience at the college or university level is required.
Successful candidates will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, including a general survey of the ancient Mediterranean and the Near East, and contributing to curriculum development. The University of Maryland is committed to fostering an equitable and inclusive scholarly environment, and seeks applicants whose work reflects those values – aligning with the College of Arts and Humanities’ Strategic Plan focused on Transformative Thinking, Boundless Creativity, Expansive Empathy, and Meaningful Futures. Further details on the university’s commitment to diversity can be found here. This hiring contributes to the growing field of classical studies, which is seeing renewed interest due to its relevance to contemporary geopolitical issues, as discussed by the Classical Association.
The search for this position is contingent upon the availability of funds, and the University of Maryland actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The department expects to begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue accepting them until the position is filled.
