Visiting Assistant Professor 2027–29 – New York University

Academic Opportunity: Visiting Assistant Professor 2027–29 – New York University

• Institution: New York University (NYU)

• Academic Unit / Center: Institute for the Study of the Ancient World (ISAW)

• Number of Positions: 2

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, Two-Year Visiting Faculty Appointment

• Academic Rank / Level: Visiting Assistant Professor

• Field: Ancient Studies

• Salary / Remuneration: Approximately INR 78.56 lakh – INR 97.72 lakh annually

• Location: New York, New York, United States

• Open Date: September 9, 2026

• Application Deadline: November 20, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

• Expected Start Date: September 1, 2027

• Appointment Period: 2027–2029

Overview of Role

NYU’s Institute for the Study of the Ancient World invites applications for two Visiting Assistant Professor positions beginning September 1, 2027.

ISAW supports interdisciplinary research on ancient civilizations and their economic, religious, political, and cultural connections across the Mediterranean, Central Asia, and regions extending toward the Pacific.

The positions are intended for early-career scholars whose research aligns with ISAW’s interdisciplinary academic mission.

Key Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

• Conduct an independent research project connected to ISAW’s academic mission.

• Teach one graduate-level research seminar at ISAW.

• Teach one undergraduate course in an NYU department during each academic year.

• Participate actively in ISAW seminars and intellectual activities.

• Deliver a public lecture on the candidate’s research.

• Mentor graduate students.

• Remain in residence at ISAW during the appointment period.

• Engage with scholars across multiple disciplines and research traditions.

Relevant Academic Areas

ISAW welcomes scholars working across fields including:

• Anthropology

• Archaeology

• Geography

• Geology

• History

• Economics

• Sociology

• Art History

• Digital Humanities

• History of Science and Technology

• Philosophy

• Textual Studies

• Material and Artifact Studies

Scholars working on Africa, Central Asia, South Asia, and Southeast Asia are especially encouraged to apply.

Qualifications & Candidate Profile

• Applicants should demonstrate scholarly distinction or strong academic promise in a relevant area of Ancient Studies.

• Visiting Assistant Professorships are intended for early-career scholars.

• Applicants must have received their Ph.D. on or after May 1, 2024.

Current Doctoral Candidates:

• Final-year doctoral students may apply.

• The Ph.D. must be officially conferred before September 1, 2027.

Candidates with experience in interdisciplinary scholarship and academic exchange are particularly encouraged.

Research Support

Selected Visiting Assistant Professors receive:

• Access to ISAW’s research library.

• Access to NYU libraries and other major New York research collections.

• Access to resources including The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Columbia University, and the New York Public Library.

• Individual workspace at ISAW.

• A research account to support conference travel and other eligible research expenses.

Application Checklist & Required Documents

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae, including publication list

3. Research Proposal

4. Writing Sample

   • Published article or dissertation chapter

5. Three Letters of Recommendation

6. Researcher Profile Form

7. EEO Form

Letters of recommendation from ISAW faculty or staff are not permitted.

Application Process

• Application Link: https://dossier.interfolio.com/apply/193189

• Application Deadline: November 20, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

• Referees must be entered in Interfolio by November 20.

• Recommendation Letter Deadline: December 1, 2026

• Late applications will not be accepted.

• Contact: isaw.academic.affairs@nyu.edu

Applicants to the Visiting Assistant Professorship will also automatically be considered for an ISAW-funded one-year Research Scholar position and should not submit a separate application for both.

Official Website: https://isaw.nyu.edu/