Lecturer in Ancient History and Classics
Birkbeck, University of London is seeking a Lecturer in Ancient History and Classics to join our dynamic team within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences in Autumn 2026.
Job Details
* Salary range: £44,247 rising to £60,858 per annum
* Contract type: Open ended
* Mode: Full time
* Grade: LLEC
* Business Unit: School of Historical Studies
* Closing date: 18‑Mar‑2026
* Reference No: 2337
Documents
* Candidate Information Pack 26.pdf (PDF, 249.67 kb)
* Job Description Lecturer in Classics.pdf (PDF, 266.64 kb)
Overview
As Lecturer in Ancient History and Classics, you will contribute to the teaching of ancient Greco‑Roman history and Classics in the School of Historical Studies – this includes our BA Ancient History and Archaeology, BA Classics, BA Classical Studies, as well as MA Classical Civilisation and MA Classics.
This post is offered on a permanent contract at Birkbeck, full‑time, 35 hours per week, with a salary of £44,247 rising to £60,858 per year. Teaching hours will vary from 6–9 pm Monday to Friday.
Responsibilities
* Programme/module administration, teaching, supervision, assessment, student support and pastoral care.
* Supervise doctoral students.
* Contribute to curriculum development.
* Participate actively in interdisciplinary research and teaching.
* Help shape the intellectual life of the academic community.
Requirements
With a PhD in any area of Ancient History or Classics relating to the ancient Greek world, you will contribute to the School’s research impact and culture, and to the intellectual and cultural life of the institution and the various communities and partners with whom we work and serve.
To be successful, you will bring research expertise in ancient Greek history, broadly understood (this could include the history of Greek‑speaking lands under the Roman Empire), as well as ancient Greek literature, and demonstrate a capacity to contribute to interdisciplinary research and teaching, participate actively in curriculum development, supervise doctoral students, and help shape the intellectual life of our vibrant academic community.
We would also welcome applicants who could contribute to collaborative teaching programmes or research in the Faculty in areas such as identity, race/ethnicity, or gender – experience of collaboration with cultural institutions, whether through research or teaching, is also welcome.
Remuneration
£44,247 rising to £60,858 per annum. The salary is Grade LLEC on the College's London Pay Scale which includes a consolidated Weighting/Allowance which applies only to staff whose normal contractual place of work is in the London area.
Benefits
A competitive salary and pension scheme, 31 days paid leave, flexible working arrangements, generous benefits in the higher‑education sector, and a location in Euston, London.
Terms and Conditions
Starting 1st September 2026 – permanent contract, full‑time (35 hours per week, Monday‑Friday 9 am‑5 pm, with considerable flexibility, including evening teaching). Please submit a CV and statement outlining your suitability for the role. Closing date: Wednesday 18 March 2026. Interview date: Thursday 30 April 2026. Visa sponsorship available.
Enquiries
If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Catharine Edwards C.Edwards@bbk.ac.uk (Professor of Classics and Ancient History).
If you have difficulty using the recruitment portal, please contact jobs@bbk.ac.uk providing your name and the job reference number of the position. While we are happy to respond to all informal enquiries, only formal applications through the online system will be considered.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We welcome applicants from all sections of the community and backgrounds to apply. The College is committed to improving the gender and cultural diversity of its workforce, holds an Athena SWAN award and operates Disability Confident & Mindful Employer schemes.
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