The Department of Classics at the University of Chicago invites applications for a position as an Instructional Professor (open rank) in Modern Greek, with an expected start date of September 1, 2027, or as soon as possible thereafter. Responsibilities include both teaching and service duties. Teaching normally consists of seven courses across three quarters at all levels of the Modern Greek language. One language
course may periodically be replaced by a non-language course in an area of Modern Greek culture or a course in the College Core curriculum . The selected candidate may also contribute to programming in the Center for Hellenic Studies . Service duties may include advising undergraduate theses, creating and overseeing placement exams and graduate language exams, teaching independent studies, or other program-specific
duties. Instructional Professors of all ranks are required to engage in regular professional development. The selected candidate will be appointed at the rank of Assistant Instructional Professor, Associate Instructional Professor, or Instructional Professor, depending on qualifications and educational background. The initial appointment is for a minimum of 2 years, with longer initial terms possible depending on
qualifications and initial rank. Reappointment in the position is possible after the initial term, contingent upon positive review. Review and progression schedule are determined by a collective bargaining agreement between the University and the Service Employees International Union. Salary Range or Pay Grade: Assistant Instructional Professor: $77,946 - $84,181; Associate Instructional Professor: $84,182 - $91,113;
Instructional Professor: $91,114 - $100,000. This base pay range is for a nine-month academic appointment paid over 12 months. The position also includes a relocation allowance for qualifying expenses. This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the
benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook . Applicants must have experience teaching at the post-secondary level, with experience teaching Modern Greek at the post-secondary level preferred, and must demonstrate sufficient language proficiency for teaching Modern Greek in a university context, e.g., through an ACTFL-certified result at the Superior level or higher, or through receipt of an advanced
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