Visiting Faculty in Classics (2025-26)
Allendale, MI
Full Time
R102601
Summary: The Department of Classics at Grand Valley State University invites applications for 2, one-year visiting faculty positions for 2025-26. We seek broadly trained colleagues with the desire to contribute to a vibrant and forward-thinking Classics community. As colleagues committed to an inclusive face-to-face learning community of students and faculty, the Department works closely with students to facilitate and encourage success in all walks of life. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from candidates from underrepresented groups, and from candidates who have interest and/or experience in working with diverse student and community populations.
Required Qualifications and Education:
• ABD in Classics.
• Evidence of preparation in teaching undergraduate classical mythology and civilization courses in translation.
• Experience in, demonstrated understanding of, or interest in social justice education and/or initiatives, and/or inclusion, diversity, and/or intercultural training.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, such as the ability to interact with others with respect and empathy.
Preferred Qualifications and Education:
• A PhD in Classics in hand by the start of the appointment in August 2025.
• Evidence of experience in teaching undergraduate classical mythology and civilization courses in translation.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities of visiting faculty include a 4/4 teaching load of courses assigned based on department needs. The position is full-time for one academic year (mid-August 2025 through the end of April 2026). Visiting faculty positions may be extended for two additional one-year appointments depending on departmental needs and faculty performance. Professional development opportunities and some support for conference travel are available.
Salary/Benefits:
The salary is $50,000. The university offers an excellent comprehensive package that includes health plans, life insurance, tuition waiver, adoption resources, wellness coaching, and free access to campus fitness facilities, effective on date of hire. Family and childcare options on and off-campus are also available. For a detailed description of benefits, please visit https://www.gvsu.edu/hro/benefitswellness/visiting-faculty-benefits-466.htm.
Department/College:
Founded in 2000, Grand Valley's Department of Classics offers a strong undergraduate major and works closely with students to encourage success in all walks of life. The program in Classics is large enough to offer a complete preparation for students seeking a wide range of postgraduate and career opportunities. Yet it remains small enough to allow our faculty and staff to get to know all our students individually and to work with them closely.
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) is the largest college at Grand Valley, offering over 50 bachelor's degrees and a growing number of advanced degrees in the natural and mathematical sciences, the fine arts and humanities, and the social sciences. CLAS is a student-centered and diverse learning community that engages in critical inquiry, extending knowledge to enrich and enliven individual and public life. Our faculty are active teacher-scholars committed to equitable, inclusive, career-connected, and community-engaged liberal arts and sciences education. There are many opportunities for collaboration within CLAS and across a broad group of partners on and off campus. We are interested in attracting new faculty committed to these core values as we seek to foster a community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn, and thrive together.
Campus/University: Grand Valley University (GVSU) is a public comprehensive institution located in West Michigan with campuses in Allendale, downtown Grand Rapids, and Holland, plus centers in Detroit, Muskegon and Traverse City. The University attracts more than 23,000 undergraduate and graduate students with high quality programs and state-of-the-art facilities and has been nationally recognized for innovativeness and its contribution to students' social mobility. The greater Grand Rapids metropolitan area has a population of around one million people, is affordable, and offers rich cultural amenities. Grand Valley is located within easy driving distance of Chicago, Detroit, Lake Michigan beaches, and many other superb summer and winter recreational venues. Information can be found at https://www.gvsu.edu/hro/community-resources-1056.htm. Grand Valley is highly rated for safety, sustainability, and veteran and LGBTQ friendliness, and is committed to supporting employees and their families in work-life balance.
How to Apply: A complete application must include:
(1) a cover letter addressing qualifications and your motivation to teach at GVSU,
(2) curriculum vitae,
(3) statement on commitment to inclusive excellence that includes a summary of ongoing and anticipated activities to promote diversity, inclusion, and equity in your teaching,
(4) contact information of three professional references, and
(5) graduate transcripts (unofficial issued to students are acceptable to apply).
Apply online at https://gvsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/careers. The online application will allow applicants to attach these documents electronically, in the same file location. Applicants selected for interviews will be required to submit official transcripts prior to the interview. If you need technical assistance, call Human Resources at 616-331-2215. Email questions about the position to Dr. Charles Pazdernik at mailto:[email protected].
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
Application Deadline: The review process will begin on May 1, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. The posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, thereafter.
Allendale, Michigan 49401 - (616) 331-5000
For more information about Grand Valley, see our website at www.gvsu.edu
To view the full job posting & to apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6116897
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