ARC Grant Funded Research Fellow (A) – Classics & Ancient Philosophy

About the role

The University of Adelaide seeks a part‑time ARC Grant Funded Research Fellow (A) to contribute to the Discovery Project “Consoling the Self: Historical Grief Strategies and the Healing Arts” (2026‑2029). Working within the College of Creative Arts, Design and Humanities, you will join a small, interdisciplinary team focused on ancient self‑consolation practices and their relevance to modern emotional wellbeing.

Key responsibilities

• Analyse ancient Greek and Latin sources to identify self‑consolation strategies in antiquity.
• Collaborate with the Chief Investigator and a PhD candidate on data collection, interpretation, and scholarly writing.
• Co‑author journal articles and conference papers arising from the project.
• Present findings to academic and public audiences as required.

Required profile

• PhD (or submitted thesis) in Classics, Ancient Philosophy, or a closely related discipline.
• Strong proficiency in ancient Greek and/or Latin.
• Familiarity with Hellenistic philosophy and the history of emotions.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a research team.
• Excellent written, analytical, and communication skills.

Required skills

• Ancient Greek language proficiency
• Latin language proficiency
• Research methodology in classical studies

What we offer

• Fixed‑term 0.6 FTE contract for 3 years (potentially 3.5 years subject to funding).
• Pro‑rated salary $102,024‑$109,307 AUD per annum plus 17 % superannuation.
• Opportunity to publish with senior scholars and develop an independent research profile.