Assistant/Associate Professor of Ancient Philosophy

Western Michigan University invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor of World Languages and Literatures with expertise in Greek, Latin, and classical philosophy at its main campus in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This is a full-time, academic-year, tenure-track, joint appointment shared between two departments. The tenure home will be in the Department of World Languages and Literatures with a secondary appointment in the Department of Philosophy. The successful candidate will pursue research that complements existing strengths within the two departments and will have a genuine commitment to teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

Major Responsibilities: 

- Pursuit and publication of scholarly research in the field of classical philosophy

- Teaching Classical Mythology and other cultural classes about the classical world, ancient Greek, Latin, and classical Philosophy courses at undergraduate and graduate levels

- Contribution to the curricular development of the Classics and Philosophy programs, respectively

- Advising, participation in student activities and outreach, and service in both departments and for the College and University

Minimum Qualifications:

- Ph.D. in Classics in hand                                                                              

- College or university teaching experience in North America

- Evidence of scholarship in the field of classical philosophy

Preferred Qualifications

- Additional research interests in fields related to classical philosophy, such as comparative  religion and history.

- Interest and experience in digital humanities

- M.A. in Philosophy

Departments: The Department of World Languages and Literatures offers majors and minors in French, German, Japanese and Latin, and minors in Arabic, Chinese and Classics. The Department promotes and sustains an intellectually challenging, dynamic community, with nationally and internationally recognized scholars in the fields of translation, linguistics, pedagogy, and literature and culture.

Falling largely within the analytic tradition, the Department of Philosophy at Western Michigan University takes seriously its dual mission of philosophical teaching and research. Offering a range of undergraduate courses and a terminal master's degree, WMU's program is recognized as one of the best master's programs in the United States and one of only a handful of programs mentioned in the Philosophical Gourmet Report.

Community: Kalamazoo is located only two and a half hours by car from Chicago and Detroit and only 45 minutes from the beaches of Lake Michigan. The city supports a nationally recognized symphony and has earned a reputation for a vibrant community theatre and visual arts scene. Through its Shared Prosperity Kalamazoo initiative, Kalamazoo is strongly committed to social justice, community development, and eliminating generational poverty. Kalamazoo is the home of the Kalamazoo Promise, a scholarship program offered to all Kalamazoo Public School students that covers up to 100% of tuition and mandatory fees to any Michigan public (and many private) institution of higher learning. 

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, with an excellent benefits package

Expected Start Date: Fall 2026            

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but must be received before November 15, 2025 to guarantee full consideration.

Western Michigan University recognizes that diversity promotes excellence in education and research. We are an inclusive and engaged community and recognize the added value that students, faculty and staff from different backgrounds bring to the education experience. We believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity and inclusivity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees, and our community.

WMU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Protected veterans, individuals with disabilities and all other qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.