OxByzList: The Byzness, 20th July 2026
Oxford University Byzantine Society
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THE OXFORD UNIVERSITY BYZANTINE SOCIETY
The Byzness, 30th June 2026
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1. NEWS AND EVENTS
2. CALLS FOR PAPERS
3. JOBS AND SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
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1. NEWS AND EVENTS
Dear all,
The OUBS is extremely saddened to hear of the passing of Fr. Sidney H. Griffith, Professor Emeritus of Semitics at the Catholic University of America, on July 1, 2026. His impact and contributions to Syriac and Arabic Christianity are monumental, and his presence will be greatly missed.
Our thoughts and condolences are with those who knew Sidney, and may his memory live on.
Best,
Nidanu
For those wishing to submit an event, call for papers, job or scholarship opportunity to the Byzness please send details to the committee at byzantin...@gmail.com indicating the relevant list for The Byzness our external to Oxford and year-round newsletter or The Byzantine Lists our Oxford-centered events and circulated only in term-time. Please keep the listing brief and include all relevant information in the body of the notice. Outside of exceptional circumstances, we only share events once.
After Constantine Academy
As an Official Journal (After Constantine: Studies in Early and Byzantine Christianity), we created the platform "After Constantine Academy", a place for online learning through courses and workshops.
The official link is here: https://afterconstantineacademy.online/
Call for Membership in the AIEB Commission for the History of Byzantine Art
The Commission for the History of Byzantine Art has currently several openings and is actively seeking new members. In compliance with the regulations for the management and functioning of commissions of the AIEB (Association Internationale des Études Byzantines), the Commission is circulating this call for applications. The members of this Commission ideally represent the many quarters of the Byzantine world and aspects of Byzantine art, as well as areas that are active today in Byzantine studies.
The mission of the Commission is the diffusion of information about Byzantine art, with an emphasis on making the monuments of all kinds easily accessible to scholars within the many fields of Byzantine studies and to those in other related fields of study. It is a strong voice for the preservation of Byzantine monuments everywhere. Its present, ongoing, project, entitled the Chalke Pyle, will be an online portal offering a guide to finding the websites of museums and libraries, scholarly institutions, monuments of Byzantine art (including information on excavations), and resources, including data bases, for the study of Byzantine art. While the Chalke Pyle is in progress, new projects for the Commission are being developed and new ideas are welcomed along with new members.
If you are interested in becoming a member of the Commission for the History of Byzantine Art, please send the following documents (as a single PDF file) to:
Nancy Sevcenko (nsevc...@gmail.com) by 7 August 2026
A short letter explaining your interest
A short CV with a brief list of publications.
In accordance with AIEB guidelines, applications will be reviewed by the current members of the Commission. The new members will be officially announced at the International Congress of Byzantine Studies (Vienna, 24–29 August 2026).
Third Annual St Ephrem Lecture in Syriac Studies, Ealing Abbey (London), Saturday, 25 July 2026, at 2:30 p.m.
This year’s lecture will feature:
Br. Elie Zinati (Liturgical Institute of Ealing Abbey): Venerated Women of the Early Church in Lebanon
Professor Sebastian P. Brock: From Shmuni to Shirin: Some Early Syriac Women Saints and Martyrs
The lecture is free and open to the public and will be followed by a reception.
Invitation to the Round Table Rethinking Change: Egypt’s Western Desert Oases in Late Antiquity, 3-4 September 2026
We are pleased to announce the international round table Rethinking Change: Egypt’s Western Desert Oases in Late Antiquity (mid-4th–mid-7th centuries CE). Key Questions and Perspectives.
The event will take place on 3–4 September 2026 in Paris at the Institut national d'histoire de l'art (INHA), with online participation also available.
This round table aims to advance the current debate on Egypt's Western Desert oases in Late Antiquity by extending its scope in two complementary directions. On the one hand, it adopts a regional perspective that considers the oases as interconnected components of the wider Western Desert environment, rather than as isolated entities. On the other hand, it broadens the chronological framework by focusing on a comparatively underexplored period of the oases’ history, namely the three centuries preceding the Islamic conquest of Egypt (from the mid-4th to the mid-7th centuries CE).
Conceived as a forum for interdisciplinary dialogue, the event brings together scholars from different fields to explore the political, socio-economic, cultural, and religious transformations that shaped the Western Desert oases during this crucial period.
Participation is free of charge. Those wishing to attend online are kindly invited to register using the following link:
https://pantheonsorbonne.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qSPK1PanSOyDQlvPgMUKWw
Registered online participants will receive the webinar link after registration.
ICBS 2026: Registration Reminder
To participate in the Congress, registration must be completed by July 31 (https://www.icbs2026.org/congress/registration/). Please be aware that speakers and their papers will be deleted from the program if they have not registered by July 31. The program is available at https://www.icbs2026.org/program/. Keep in mind that the ICBS 2026 is an in-person event only and papers may not be read out by another participant.
The ICBS also offers a wide variety of side events, some of which require registration by July 31. This includes the free opening reception in the Vienna City Hall on Monday as well as the free closing reception at the Austrian Academy of Sciences on Saturday. All information can be found here: https://www.icbs2026.org/activities.
2. CALL FOR PAPERS
CfP: The Middle Ages in the Modern World, 22-24 June 2027, Oxford
The 6th international MAMO conference will explore the ways in which the Middle Ages have been imagined, invoked, forged, refashioned, used and abused in modernity. The conference will take place at Lincoln College, Oxford (UK).
We invite proposals for papers, panels, workshops and other events, on aspects of the entire Middle Ages (c. 500-1500, with questions of periodisation welcome). Proposals might consider, but are not limited to the topics of:
Modern media: literature, films, theatre, visual art, games, podcasts, etc;
Translations, creative adaptations, retellings, creative criticism;
Editions, printing, and the material text; the history of scholarship;
Pedagogy and teaching with/as medievalism;
Performance and re-enactment of the medieval;
Local, national, and global medievalisms; the built environment; Oxford and medievalism;
Inclusive medievalisms;
Questions of ethics, morals, and responsibilities; medievalist activism.
The deadline for proposals is 30 September 2026.
Please send abstracts of c. 250 words, with a brief author bio, to themamoc...@gmail.com
CONFIRMED PLENARIES INCLUDE:
SPECIAL EVENT: A film screening and conversation with ROBERT EGGERS, director of The Witch (2015),
The Northman (2022), Nosferatu (2024), and Werwulf (2026)
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS: Professors CAROLYNE LARRINGTON (Oxford) and ELAINE TREHARNE (Stanford)
KEYNOTE ROUNDTABLE: Translation and adaptation with MATTHEW FRANCIS, BERNARD O'DONOGHUE,
and Professor EVA VON CONTZEN (Freiburg)
CfP:Ephrem Greek, Latin, and Beyond, Oxford Patristics Conference, 2-6 August 2027
In connection with the forthcoming English translation of the Greek works attributed to St Ephrem the Syrian (Ephrem Graecus), scholars are invited to submit proposals for papers relating to the legacy of St Ephrem beyond his original Syrian milieu for a Workshop at the 2027 Oxford Patristics Conference (August 2-6, 2027).
We welcome papers that explore the relationship of Ephrem's Syriac corpus (both authentic and inauthentic) to the wider reception of St Ephrem in late antiquity and the middle ages, especially those that study the proliferation of the Ephremic corpus and the Ephremian legacy in Greek, Latin, Coptic, Ethiopian, Arabic, Slavonic, and beyond.
Deadline: August 10, 2026
Submit (1) title, (2) 250-word abstract, and (3) short biographical note to oxford...@gmail.com by August 10, 2026 for consideration. Be sure to include your name and affiliation (including country).
Contact: oxford...@gmail.com or mk...@fordham.edu
CfP: III edition of the International Doctoral Conference of the PhD Programme in Literary and Philological Cultures (Alma Mater Studiorum – Università di Bologna), Bologna 27-28-29 January 2027.
This edition will explore the theme “Margins and marginality”: macro-disciplinary areas covered are Classics, Aegean Philology, Italian Studies, Linguistics and Book Cultures.
The CfA is open to doctoral candidates and recent PhD graduates, who obtained their degree no more than two years before the abstract submission deadline, set for 1 September 2026; the outcome of the review process will be communicated by 2 October 2026.
The full CfA (in both English and Italian) will be available here: https://phd.unibo.it/culture-letterarie-e-filologiche/it/attivita/call-for-abstract-2026.
We would be grateful if you could help us spread the word by inviting any young scholars who may be interested to visit the conference’s official website for further details and information on how to submit their proposals: https://phd.unibo.it/culture-letterarie-e-filologiche/it/attivita/convegno-dottorale-internazionale-2026.
For further information, please contact: convegnodo...@gmail.com.
CfP:Participate: Reading Europe with Muslim Eyes
Reading Europe with Muslim Eyes (REME) is a burgeoning scholarly network at the Institute of Islamic Studies at the University of Toronto whose vision lies in developing a curatorial space in which the history of anti-Islamic discourse in the premodern period (circa 1100-1700) is compiled, explored, analyzed, and interrogated through the use of a multitude of primary sources, scholarly orientations and intellectual registers.
Thus far, REME has featured short historical pieces exploring the manifestation (and contestation) of Islamophobia in the European context across diverse mediums (texts, archival documents, art, etc.). This year’s reflection pieces can be found here. REME endeavors to provide a theoretical and historical map in order to conceptualize the contours of anti-Islamic discourse and equip thinkers (across disciplines), laypeople, and community stakeholders with the analytical tools to resist contemporary claims on its strictly modern provenance and forge productive avenues for future dialogue, engagement and resistance.
Interested scholars who would like to contribute with essays and participate in future publication(s) and symposia are encouraged to email Dr. Amanie Y. Antar at Amanie...@utoronto.ca by July 25th, 2026.
CfP: How-to History, 20 July - 14 September, 12:00 am
How-to History is here to help historians. We explain events, concepts, things, themes and sources to help with the practice of researching, writing and teaching history. Each ‘How-to’ is, usually, a short guide of around a thousand words which directs you to further resources.
The editors are currently seeking proposals for contributions. Do get in touch at: in...@how-to-history.com if you are interested in writing for us.
CfP: The Alterity of Deserts and Arid Environments
Following up on the recent 2026 Imaginative Landscapes and Otherworld (ILO) Conference, we are seeking additional contributions for an edited volume that we are planning on this theme of The Alterity of Deserts and Arid Environments. This is being proposed for the University of Exeter Press. Currently, we have eight confirmed chapters on topics ranging from Greco-Roman literature, early Christian hagiography, Byzantine conceptions of Libya, and deserts in modern science fiction.
While the surging interest in the Blue Humanities has focalized aqueous realms as spaces of otherworldly encounters, similar elements also occur in environments characterized by their very lack of water. Deserts are one such environment often portrayed as profoundly hostile to humanity.
These spaces, with their distance and separation from the normative communal spaces of human habitation, make for prominent sites of mystical encounters with evil. For example, Athanasius’ Life of Antony depicts the desert as a space brimming with demons, and into which Saint Antony travels in order to confront them. This hagiography begins a long history of Christian conceptions of desert-like spaces as associated with spiritual journeys and encounters with cosmological evil. The scarcity of potable water and difficulty of navigation naturally fosters a sense of danger and unease within these environments, which function as highly imaginative landscapes. Modern science fiction, most famously Dune and Star Wars, often utilizes desert worlds to represent such hostile ecosystems and the potential therein for transformation within such otherworldly spaces. Yet such popular themes are themselves built upon traditions stretching back to antiquity of conceptualizing arid spaces as sites of marvels, transcendental experiences, and fantastical encounters with non-human forces.
Deserts and arid environments as spaces that, through their lack of hospitability for humans, are envisioned as otherworldly and harboring encounters with non-human entities. We welcome abstracts on topics related to how these spaces and figures dwelling within them are conceptualized in religious, mythological, and folkloric systems of knowledge.
We welcome additional contributions related to one of our three themes for the volume:
• Arid Absences of Water within Otherworlds
• Desert Spaces as Sites of Spirituality and Mysticism
• ‘Cold Desert’ Environments as Imaginary Landscapes
We are particularly keen to acquire more papers related to the cold desert environments (tundras, glaciers, arctic spaces, etc) and involving desert/arid spaces in other religious/cultural traditions outside of Christian and European traditions as well. Abstracts should not be more than 250 words for a chapter of around 7,000 words. Please also include a provisional title, your name, affiliation, and a brief bio (50-100 words) with submissions. These should be emailed to Ryan Denson (r.de...@exeter.ac.uk) and Charlotte Spence (c.sp...@exeter.ac.uk .
The deadline for abstract submissions is August 15, 2026 and we would anticipate a deadline of Summer 2027 for full chapters.
CfP: Multilingualism in the Ancient Greco-Roman and Byzantine Worlds: Between theory and practice
Bi-, Multi-, and Translingualism as Language Ecology
We are seeking chapter contributions for an edited book to be published by Brill.
Multilingualism is not a recent phenomenon, yet its full complexity in the ancient and medieval worlds remains underexplored. Scholarship has tended to approach language contact through the lens of bilingualism — two languages, two systems, in structured relation — and to treat languages primarily as writing systems and textual artifacts amenable to formal analysis. What has received less sustained attention is the broader ecological reality: the ancient Greco-Roman and Byzantine worlds were environments in which bi-, multi-, and translingual practices conditioned and were themselves conditioned by not only literary production but social life and political positioning.
This edited volume proposes language ecology as its overarching framework (Haugen 1972; Halliday 1990). Rather than treating languages as discrete, bounded systems that come into contact, a language ecology approach understands them as living, interdependent entities shaped by the socio-political and cultural environments they inhabit and, in turn, shape those environments. The volume asks what it meant — cognitively, socially, literarily, and politically — to live and write within a multilingual ecology. How did speakers and writers move across languages, dialects, and registers not merely as a matter of competence, but as a way of claiming, contesting, and inhabiting cultural and political space?
Topics and questions include:
• Theoretical and methodological reframings drawing on language ecology, sociolinguistics, and translingualism
• Multilingualism in lexica, grammars, glossaries, and translation practices
• Dialectal and register variation as dimensions of multilingual competency
• Private and public writing as evidence for multilingual repertoires
• Code-switching, borrowing, and hybrid forms in literary and non-literary texts
• Language as a site of literary and political contestation
• Multilingualism in the Byzantine Empire and related contact situations
• The sociocultural systems sustaining multilingual ecologies
• Translation and reception as multilingual and intercultural practice
• Cross-temporal perspectives connecting modern multilingualism research with antiquity
An extended version of the call for papers, including a bibliography, is available at:
https://datadrivenhumanities.github.io/Multilingualism-Brill/
Submission guidelines
We welcome abstracts of approximately 800 words for contributions engaging with linguistic, literary, historical, or theoretical dimensions of the topics above. Interdisciplinary and cross-period proposals are especially encouraged.
Please send abstracts to:
Prof. Eleni Bozia (bo...@ufl.edu)
Important dates
• Abstract submission deadline: September 30, 2026
• Notification of acceptance: November 30, 2026
• Full paper submission for peer review: March 31, 2027
• Submission of revised papers: September 30, 2027
Co-editors:
Eleni Bozia (University of Florida)
Klaas Bentein (Ghent University)
Chiara Monaco (Ghent University)
CfP: Social Network Analysis, Medieval Studies Congress, Kalamazoo, May 13-15 2027
“Social Network Analysis for Late Antiquity and the Early Middle Ages (250-750 CE)”
Submissions are invited for sessions focusing on the applications of “Social Network Analysis” (SNA) to Medieval Studies to be held at the next meeting of the International Congress on Medieval Studies at Western Michigan University, May 13-15, 2027.
As Medieval studies moves into the digital age, it is crucially important that students, faculty, and practitioners in the field become familiar with how digital methodologies can be applied to Medieval topics. This is important not only for the new perspectives that digital methodologies can give to our personal areas of study but also for the degree to which familiarity with digital methodologies is necessary to remain competitive in the profession. Social Network Analysis, which combines digital methodologies, quantitative analysis, and visuality, is a methodology that is ideal for demonstrating how digital methodologies can be applied to Medieval studies.
These sessions will show how Social Network Analysis (SNA) can be applied to the study of people, places, and concepts during Late Antiquity and the Early Middle Ages (ca. 250-750 CE). Here, SNA is defined as a methodological approach that uses network and graph theories not only to determine degrees of social connectedness among individuals based on the documented nature of their interactions, but also, by extension, to investigate connections among geographical places, intellectual concepts, and other types of data, with the end result being the construction of Sociograms. Papers can look at use of SNA from any of several perspectives, e.g., pedagogically, methodologically, or analytically.
Submissions dealing with Late Antiquity (3rd thru 7th centuries) may be forwarded to Ralph Mathisen at ral...@illinois.edu;
Submissions dealing with the Early Middle Ages (6th thru 10th) centuries) may be sent to Kalani Craig at kcr...@illinois.edu.
Deadline for submissions: September 15, 2026.
3. JOBS AND SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Position Librarian for Classics, Hellenic Studies, and Western European Studies
Department: Princeton University Library Data, Research, and Teaching Services
Princeton, New Jersey
Application Link: https://apply.interfolio.com/188832
Position Summary
Princeton University Library seeks a collaborative, imaginative, service-oriented subject specialist to shape and steward rich collections and provide exceptional research support in Classics and Hellenic Studies, as well as to contribute to the interdisciplinary field of Western European Studies. The successful candidate will help ensure that Princeton’s collections, services, and instructional programs reflect diverse perspectives and support an inclusive academic community engaged in these fields of study. The position encompasses two spheres of work: primary responsibility for collections and research services for Classics and Hellenic Studies, and collaboration within the more distributed field of Western European Studies.
The incumbent selects collections materials in all media and formats, oversees collections, manages collections budgets, and provides instruction and research support services in all areas related to Classics and Hellenic Studies. They support teaching and research in the history, language, philology, literature, classical philosophy, and culture of ancient Greece, Rome, and Byzantium, and in all aspects of the study of modern Greece. They serve as liaison to the Department of Classics and work closely with both the Librarian for Ancient Mediterranean and Hellenic Special Collections and the Seeger Center for Hellenic Studies.
The incumbent will also help the Library achieve a fresh and holistic view of Western European studies with an aim to achieving a well-rounded and inclusive collection and instructional and research support for interdisciplinary Western European Studies, working with other specialist librarians across area studies, languages and literatures, the social sciences, humanities, and cultural studies.
Responsibilities include:
● Serve as the Library's liaison to the Department of Classics, to the Seeger Center for Hellenic Studies and its Program in Hellenic Studies, and the Program in European Cultural Studies.
● Select collections materials in all media and formats and generally oversee collections, including managing collections budgets, for Classics and Hellenic Studies.
● Provide orientations, bibliographic instruction and research assistance for faculty, students, post docs and visiting fellows whose academic inquiry involves Classics, Hellenic Studies.
● Interact with librarians across humanities, social sciences, and area studies in order to identify and fill gaps in the collections and services that support contemporary research and teaching focused on Western Europe.
● Oversee the collections and use of the Classics Graduate Study Room, and the Hellenic Studies Reading Room.
● Consult and coordinate closely with the Librarian for Ancient/Pre-Modern Mediterranean and Hellenic Special Collections; and consult with other staff units as needed to facilitate timely acquisition and processing of materials.
● Advise on preservation, digitization, and other aspects of collection maintenance, including offsite storage.
● Create and supervise the Digital PUL collections and resource guides related to Classics and Hellenic Studies, and contribute to resource guides, web sites and other promotional initiatives for Western European Studies.
● Contribute to University Library operations, services and initiatives through leadership and participation on committees, task forces, and working groups as assigned.
● Represent Princeton in relevant regional, national, and international professional and scholarly organizations, including collaborative collection development efforts for Classics, Hellenic Studies, and Western European Studies.
PUL is one of the world’s leading research libraries, with over 300 staff and several specialized branches, supporting a diverse community of 5,500 undergraduates, 3,100 graduate students, 1,200 faculty members, and many visiting scholars. Further information: http://library.princeton.edu
Required Qualifications:
● Advanced degree in Classics or a field of Western European studies OR ALA-accredited MLS with a BA or higher in Classics or a field of Western European studies
● Minimum two years of professional experience in an academic research library
● Broad knowledge of Western European history, literatures, cultures, current affairs, and scholarly resources
● Reading knowledge of Modern Greek
● Proficiency in Latin and Classical Greek
● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse community of faculty, researchers, students and colleagues
● Knowledge of the Western European book trade and current research/publishing trends
● Familiarity with current research trends and print/digital publishing from and about Western Europe
Preferred Qualifications:
● PhD in Classics, Western European area studies, or in a major discipline covering Western Europe
● Experience with instruction, liaison work, outreach, and academic research support
● Experience with collection development and acquisitions budget management
● Experience with emerging technologies supporting discovery and learning in a rapidly evolving environment
● Reading skill in at least one other major language of modern Western Europe besides Greek
● Broad familiarity with Western European literatures and histories
The work location for this position is in-person on campus at Princeton University. The successful candidate will be appointed to an appropriate Librarian rank depending upon qualifications and experience. Applications include a resume, cover letter, and a list of three references with full contact information. This position is subject to the University's background check policy. This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship that requires consular processing.
Post in Medieval History, Glasgow
This post is full time (35 hours per week) and is open ended.
The History subject in the College of Arts and Humanities is seeking to appoint a Research and Teaching Track lecturer in Medieval History. The postholder will undertake field leading research in European medieval history (c.800 CE to 1500CE), ideally through either a comparative transnational perspective (e.g. Europe’s links with medieval Islam, non-Islamic Africa, and wider Eurasia), or through a set of interdisciplinary lenses that opens medieval history to substantive research collaborations beyond the traditional humanities (e.g. medical humanities, environmental humanities).
The post-holder’s research and teaching interests will complement rather than duplicate those of current staff on opened-ended contracts (these can be viewed on the History staff page). Through both individual and team-taught modules, and in collaboration with colleagues in the History subject areas, they will provide high-quality teaching and administrative service in a range of roles.
In any given year the post-holder can expect to be asked to contribute a mix of the following teaching activities:
Seminar teaching and lectures for History 1A (the core pre-Honours Medieval History course for the undergraduate degree in History).
A 60-credit fourth-year special subject across the entire academic year
1 to 2 20-credit Honours modules for a class of up to 36 students,
Provide UG/PG dissertation supervision
PGT teaching (either as part of a team or as an individual), both in their own field of interest and in the skills and methodologies of medieval history scholarship.
The post-holder will also be expected to contribute to the ongoing development of cross-discipline Medieval research and teaching collaboration.
A core expectation of the post-holder will be to provide engaging and high-recruiting teaching and UG, PGT and PGR supervision on Medieval History.
The postholder will be expected to pursue their own research as a third of their contracted time.
For informal enquiries, please contact Prof. Andrew Mackillop:
Email Andrew.M...@glasgow.ac.uk For more about the History subject area at Glasgow, see www.gla.ac.uk/subjects/history
Closing date: 5th August 2026 at 23:45
We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity.
We endorse the principles of Athena Swan www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/athenaswan and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University.
More information: https://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DSF052/lecturer-in-medieval-history-research-and-teaching-track
Tenure or Tenure Track Faculty Position in New Testament
United Lutheran Seminary is an institution of the ELCA, and successful candidates should be committed to its mission and share its ecumenical and multicultural commitments. Such candidates will participate in our commitment to the dignity and solidarity of all persons and the value of intercultural understanding.
ULS seeks to build a diverse, inclusive faculty that can support, educate and promote an increasingly diverse student population; we welcome applications from women and minority candidates. Salary and benefits are competitive with faculty among peer institutions and commensurate with experience teaching in higher education.
United Lutheran Seminary is currently seeking a tenure-track or tenured faculty member for a position in Biblical Studies, with a specific focus on New Testament studies. The appointment is open to all ranks, with promotion and tenure decisions contingent upon the candidate's qualifications and experience. The position's start date is flexible, with opportunities available for both the Spring and Fall semesters of 2027.
The successful candidate is expected to fulfill several key responsibilities:
1. Course Offerings: Offer five courses per year across various degree programs, including MDiv, MA, STM, DMin, and Ph.D. This requires versatility in course design and delivery, catering to different academic levels and learning formats.
2. Mentorship and Advising: Advise students in their academic and spiritual development. This involves providing guidance, support, and mentorship to help students achieve their academic and professional goals.
3. Research and Publication: Engage in research and publication in the field of New Testament studies. This is crucial for maintaining academic excellence and contributing to the scholarly discourse in the field.
4. Committee Participation: Participate in committee work, contributing to the seminary's governance and decision-making processes. This includes involvement in curriculum development, faculty evaluations, and other relevant committees.
5. Community Engagement: Participate in the life of the seminary community, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration among faculty, staff, and students. This includes involvement in seminary events, retreats, and other community-building activities.
6. Continuing Education and Training: Engage in continuing education and training for pastors, lay professionals, and laity. This may involve conducting workshops, seminars, and other educational programs to support the broader church community.
7. Technology Utilization: Utilize technology in the classroom and online teaching environments. This includes proficiency with tools such as Zoom for virtual meetings, Canvas (Learning Management System) for course management, and Accordance Bible software for research and study.
8. Residency and Travel: United Lutheran Seminary has campuses in Gettysburg and Philadelphia. Residency can be at either campus, but occasional travel and teaching between the two campuses is expected. This requires flexibility and the ability to manage responsibilities across different locations.
The successful candidate will play a vital role in shaping the next generation of leaders in the Lutheran Church and beyond, contributing to the seminary's mission of forming ministers and scholars who are well-equipped to serve in a diverse and dynamic world.
Applications received prior to September 1st will receive full consideration; however, the search will remain open until the position is filled.
To submit your application, please send a single PDF file which includes a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the contact information for three references to Dr. Leslie Virnelson, Search Committee Chair, at lvirn...@uls.edu. Candidates who advance in the process may be asked for writing samples.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
United Lutheran Seminary is a Reconciling in Christ Seminary, which indicates full inclusion of LGTBQ+ persons in ELCA institutions, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital/familial status, possession of a General Education Development Certificate (GED) as compared to a high school diploma, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex, age, genetic information or any trait or characteristic protected by any applicable federal, state, or local law or ordinance for participation in any of its educational programs, services, or activities, including admission or employment.
Job Requirements:
Applicants must possess a Ph.D. in New Testament studies, demonstrate proficiency in Greek, and exhibit the ability to teach this language. They should also be able to train students in critical theoretical approaches to biblical studies, with flexibility to specialize in various areas. Candidates should be able to teach students about the New Testament's context within Second Temple Judaism and its Greco-Roman environment. The successful candidate will engage in research and publication in the field of New Testament studies.
A commitment to forming leaders for ministry in an ecumenical context, while respecting ULS's denominational commitments, is essential. Ordination or leadership in the ELCA or a full-communion partner is advantageous. The successful candidate will be expected to offer five courses annually across multiple degree programs, including online, hybrid, and intensive courses.
The candidate will also be responsible for advising students, participating in committee work, engaging in the life of the seminary community, and providing continuing education and training for pastors, lay professionals, and laity. Professors in ELCA seminaries participate in the ordination process for ELCA candidates.
United Lutheran Seminary has campuses in Gettysburg and Philadelphia, with the option for residency at either location. Occasional travel and teaching between the two campuses is expected. Proficiency in utilizing technology for teaching, such as Zoom, Canvas (LMS), and Accordance Bible software, is required.
PhD Position in Byzantine Hymnography, Ghent University
Ghent University invites applications for a PhD position associated with the research project VirMa – The Representation of the Virgin Mary in the Theotokaria by Photios, Geometres, and Mauropous (FWO Senior Research Project nr. G005026N). VirMa explores Middle Byzantine hymns dedicated to the Virgin Mary (Theotokaria), combining philology, metrics, and linguistics. The project aims to produce the first complete English translations of these texts, analyze their linguistic and rhetorical features, and understand their composition technique and reception.
The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in Classics, Byzantine Studies, Greek Linguistics, or related field; strong command of Ancient and Medieval Greek; excellent English writing skills; and an interest in Digital Humanities. Additional desirable qualifications include familiarity with rhetorical theory, linguistics, and metrical analysis and knowledge of one or more of the following languages: Dutch, German, Modern Greek, Italian, or French.
The duration of the position is 4 years (full-time), at least 90% research. The start date of the project is flexible, between 1 October 2026 and 1 January 2027. The working language of the project is English. The language of the dissertation will be English.
Deadline for applications 1 August 2026. See here for more information and here to apply.
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Nidanu O'Shea
DPhil in Asian & Middle Eastern Studie
President, Oxford University Byzantine Society
http://oxfordbyzantinesociety.wordpress.com