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Tenure-Track Jobs (Chronologically by review/deadline date)[]
University of Southern Maine: Assistant Professor of Anthropology (Review begins Sep 16) - INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED[]
DThe Geography-Anthropology Department at the University of Southern Maine is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Anthropology for our Fall 2023 Semester. We seek a broadly trained anthropologist with an academic specialty in Native American Studies. Academic research areas could include archaeology, biological anthropology, or cultural anthropology; areas of specialization may include environment, land use, cultural heritage management, ethnobotany, indigenous methodologies and epistemologies, traditional ecological knowledge, material culture, political systems, policy and governance, colonization, and intercultural relations. We seek candidates with a demonstrated record of authentic engagement with Native American communities.
Complete candidate packages will be reviewed beginning September 16, 2022 on an ongoing basis as they are submitted. Partial submissions will not be reviewed.
Applied X 4
Phone Interview Requested, September 30th
Queens College/CUNY: Tenure Track Assistant Professor, Archaeology of Africa (Review begins 16 Sep) -INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED[]
Internal Number: 24429
Queens College, CUNY seeks to fill a tenure-track position in archaeology at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin Fall 2023. A PhD in Anthropology or Archaeology at the time of appointment and demonstrated excellence in research and undergraduate teaching are required. The Department is interested in candidates who conduct research in Africa and/or the African Diaspora, and we prefer candidates who will enhance the department’s quantitative (STEM) curriculum. The successful candidate will have an active field program, innovative methodological approaches, interests complementing those of our current faculty, and a field or laboratory research program in archaeology that could involve Queens College undergraduate students. Teaching priorities include 1) Introduction to Archaeology; 2) Peoples of Africa; 3) Archaeology of Africa; and 4) Research Design and Method, as well as other courses in the candidate’s area of specialization.
Open Until Filled with Review to begin at: 09/16/2022
Applied x4
Emailed that I was no longer under consideration: 10/06/2022 x2
First round interview conducted last week: 10/17/2022
12/14-news anyone?
1/13- does anyone have news? I don't
Bryn Mawr College: Assistant Professor of Classical and Near Eastern Archaeology (Closing date Sep 23)[]
The Department of Classical and Near Eastern Archaeology at Bryn Mawr College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin August 1, 2023 in Roman Archaeology. The Department seeks a broadly trained Roman archaeologist specializing in the visual and material culture in the eastern Roman provinces, encompassing North Africa/the Maghreb, as well as the Levant, Greece, and Turkey. Applications from colleagues working on any period from the Republic through to Late Antiquity are welcomed. The area of specialization is open, but the successful candidate should be able to teach a variety of courses on Roman art and archaeology in Rome, Italy, and the western Roman provinces as well as in the east.
Applications received by September 23, 2022 will receive full consideration.
Boston University: Historical Archaeology of the African Diaspora in the Americas (Closing date Sept 25) - OFFER MADE AND ACCEPTED[]
The Department of Anthropology at Boston University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor (tenure-track) with a focus on the historical archaeology of the African Diaspora in the Americas, beginning Fall 2023. We seek specialists in the material culture and history of African diasporic communities in North, Central, or South America, including the Caribbean. Temporal period and technical specialty are open; community and public approaches to archaeology are especially welcome. We will give greater consideration to archaeologists whose scholarship and teaching complement those of current Archaeology faculty and bridge cognate campus programs, including African American Studies, American and New England Studies, Latin American Studies, and Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. Successful applicants will have evidence of an ongoing research program (field, lab, and/or museum/archival), evidence of teaching effectiveness, and evidence of a commitment to increasing diversity and fostering inclusion in academia.
Application materials should be submitted through Academic Jobs Online (link) by October 10, 2022, and should include a cover letter, current CV, diversity statement, teaching portfolio, and contact information for three references. In the cover letter and teaching portfolio we invite candidates to explain how their teaching and mentorship activities work to increase student awareness of African Diasporic communities of the Americas and contribute to more inclusive intellectual discourse.
Applied x3
11-8 Rejection email
11-22 Invitation for campus visit
Western Washington University: Assistant Professor, Archaeology Anthropology (review begins Sep 26th) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW[]
The Department of Anthropology invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Archaeology, to begin in September 2023. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. at the time of application and will have a strong foundation in the archaeology of the Salish Sea and Pacific Northwest regions. The specialty within archaeology is open. The Department is committed to maintaining a strong four fields approach to teaching and scholarship.
We would like to add an Archaeologist whose research builds upon the department’s existing collaborative and inclusive archaeology -- research that is focused on community engagement, with implications for education, heritage management, and repatriation. The ideal candidate will apply their expertise to issues affecting local communities and populations, incorporating experiential learning, original collaborative research, and local/regional partnerships. The successful candidate will demonstrate the potential for an active field or laboratory research program in archaeology that could involve both undergraduate and graduate students. Teaching priorities include Introduction to Archaeology, Archaeology Methods and Theory, Cultural Resource Management, Lab Methods in Archaeology, and courses developed in their own specialty.
First interview request: Oct 14 (x2)
Campus visit request: 11/23
Rejection 2/1
Centre College: Assistant Professor of Anthropology (Closing date Oct 3)[]
Centre College invites applications for a tenure-track position in Anthropology, with preference for Biological Anthropology or Bioarchaeology, at the level of Assistant Professor beginning August 2023. We will prioritize individuals teaching from a justice-oriented perspective that will appeal to an increasingly diverse student body eager to apply anthropology to problems in their everyday lives.
Qualifications Area of research specialization and geographic area are open, but we seek passionate, engaging, and student-focused teacher and mentor. An ideal candidate will have teaching and research interests in biological anthropology or bioarchaeology complementary to our existing strengths in the Anthropology and Sociology Program.
The successful candidate will teach: 1) an introductory course on human evolution, 2) courses within the general education curriculum, and 3) elective courses in their areas of specialization. Candidates must have completed a PhD in a relevant discipline by August 1, 2023. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who further diversify our faculty, demonstrate success in supporting and mentoring a diverse student body, and utilize inclusive pedagogical practices.
Review of applications will begin on October 3, 2022
University of New Brunswick: Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Department of Classics and Ancient History (Closing date Oct 3)[]
The Department of Classics & Ancient History at the University of New Brunswick in Fredericton invites applications for a Tenure Track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to commence on July 1, 2023, subject to final budgetary approval.
Candidates should have a completed PhD with research and teaching interests in Ancient Western Asia and/or North Africa and Egypt. Possible areas of focus include, but are not limited to: Ancient Mesopotamia, the Ancient Levant, Pharaonic Egypt, Ancient Persia, the Phoenicians, and the Carthaginian Empire. A familiarity with archaeology and material culture would be an asset.
By October 3, 2022, interested applicants should submit a cover letter outlining their teaching experience and research interests, a curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference, sent under separate cover, to misty.sullivan@unb.ca. Please do not send course syllabi, writing samples, or teaching dossiers, unless requested. Questions about this position should be directed to Dr. Lisa Todd, Chair of Classics & Ancient History: LTodd@unb.ca.
Applied x1
University of Toronto: Assistant Professor - Archaeology of the African Diaspora (closing date Oct 6)[]
The Department of Anthropology in the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in the Archaeology of the African Diaspora. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, and it will be a joint appointment, with 75% of the position in the Department of Anthropology and 25% of the position in either Centre for Caribbean Studies, or Victoria College dependent on the successful hire's area of expertise. The expected start date is July 1, 2023.
Applicants must have earned a PhD in Anthropology or Archaeology by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter, and have a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching. Areas of expertise may include: plantation societies, or other enslavement contexts, in the Caribbean or North America; maroon societies; the material culture of enslavement and/or post-emancipation life; more historically recent African diasporic communities; Caribbean Studies; and community-engaged archaeology. We especially welcome applications from individuals who prioritize the diversification of the field of archaeology through their teaching, research, and background; and/or have lived experience related to the African diaspora.
All application materials, including reference letters, must be received by October 6, 2022.
Applied X2
University at Buffalo -- Assistant/Associate Professor, Mesoamerican Archaeology -- Due October 14, 2022 - CAMPUS INTERVIEW[]
The Department of Anthropology at the University at Buffalo invites applications for a 10-month tenure-track position (Assistant or Associate Professor) in anthropological archaeology with a focus in Mesoamerica to begin Fall 2023. The successful candidate will have an active research program, and be committed to excellence in teaching and student mentoring. We are interested in candidates with a demonstrated record of original scholarship, and who actively engage in field or laboratory-based research. Strong preference will be given to candidates with broad anthropological training whose areas of research interest and expertise include the Valley of Mexico, and whose work compliments and extends the existing research strengths within the department.
The position will be open until filled but priority will be given to applications submitted by October 14th 2022.
Applied x 5
10/21 - Zoom interview requested x 2, Good Luck
11/8 - LOR requested 11/8
11/15 - Campus interview scheduled
Cornell University: Assistant or Associate Professor in the Archaeology of Liberation (Closing date Oct 15) - CAMPUS INTERVIEWS[]
The Cornell University Department of Anthropology invites applications for an assistant or associate professor in the archaeology of liberation, its promises, possibilities, intricacies and illusions. We seek an archaeologist whose practice includes engaged, collaborative approaches that seek to contribute to public and descendant community engagement with the past and our collective imagination of a just future. Research interests might include, but are not limited to, archaeologies of exploitation and emancipation, the materiality of colonization and anti-colonial movements, heritage and its contestations, Indigenous survivance and resurgence, archaeological landscapes of violence, racialization, and resistance, and reparative engagements with material collections. Geographical area and technical specialization are open. The department is particularly interested in scholars who embrace its commitment to multimodal, collaborative, and community-based approaches to research and pedagogy.
The deadline for submission of applications is October 15, 2022.
Applied X1
10/24- Request for additional materials
Was this through an email or through the AcademicJobsOnline portal? Because the portal started asking for additional stuff yesterday (10/28) but nothing official came through email for me. Thanks!
11/2 Through email.
11/2 Has anyone who hasn't received an email contacted the department about the new document requirements and letter requests on AJO? I'm so confused by this...!
11/3 Looks like the requirements (letters and documents) are not longer listed as needed.
11/9 Rejection email.
11/28 Zoom interviews scheduled
12/8- was anyone interviewed for this?
02/18- finalist visits just concluded
University of South Carolina: Assistant Professor of Archaeology (Closing date Oct 15) - INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED[]
The faculty of the Department of Anthropology at the University of South Carolina, Columbia campus, invite applications for an anthropological archaeologist focusing on the archaeology of the Indigenous Americas. This is a 9-month, full time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, to begin August 16, 2023.
We seek candidates with experience collaborating with Indigenous communities. We also seek those whose research and teaching build upon or expand that of existing faculty in the Department in one or more of the following areas: critical Indigeneity, sovereignty, decolonization, settler-colonialism, rematriation/repatriation, land or heritage stewardship, gender, race, religion, ecology, or social inequality. Methodological expertise is open.
For full consideration, complete applications must be received no later than October 15, 2022.
Applied x5
Any word on this?
11/18 - Request for Zoom interview and letters
12/08: email stating that I was not selected for further consideration
New Mexico Highlands University: Assistant Professor of Archaeology and Physical Anthropology (Open until filled)[]
The candidate will teach advanced undergraduate and graduate courses in archaeology, CRM, physical anthropology and/or forensics. Must be able to use various modes of delivery. The candidate will also be expected to mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and serve on thesis/professional paper committees. Full participation in departmental activities, service on university-wide committees, and adequate progress regarding research agenda also expected. Evidence of teaching related to American Southwest archaeology and physical anthropology (background in forensic is favored), experience in Cultural Resource Management, membership and involvement in one or more professional organizations, experience in the use of technology in the classroom, and delivery of online/distance learning courses.
Open until filled
Ohio State University: Archaeologist, Assistant Professor (Closing date Oct. 21) OFFER MADE[]
The Department of Anthropology in the College of Arts and Sciences at The Ohio State University invites applications for an archaeologist commencing in Autumn 2023. We seek an anthropological archaeologist whose research explores theoretical and methodological problems and promotes social justice and the diversification of perspectives in the discipline. Our search is open to approaches that emphasize decolonization, feminist theory, queer theory, critical race theory, and/or Indigenous ontologies and complement existing department strengths concerning subsistence, food production, and socio-ecological systems. Geographic area is open. We prefer a candidate with a research program that includes partnership with descendant/local communities and highlights methods that can involve students in fieldwork and research opportunities. The preferred candidate will also build research and teaching links with colleagues in other units such as those in American Indian Studies, African American and African Studies, and Area Studies Centers.
Review of applications will begin on October 21st, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled.
Applied x7
Any word?
Nothing here (12/5). Anyone heard anything?
--Nothing here (12/13)
Campus interviews scheduled (12/20) x2
12/20. Was there an initial interview before this invitation and do you know how many people were invited for the campus visit?
(12/20) - I think they skipped the usual initial interview round; I had not been contacted prior to the campus visit invitation. The options of visit and details seemed to suggest that they had narrowed to about 3 candidates
12/20. perhaps they are taking more than one person for the position.
2/10- Does anyone have information about this position? Are they still looking to interview folks or they are now in the middle of negotiation since campus interviews had occurred as seen by the date up there.
Santa Clara University: Assistant Professor in Archaeology (Closing date Oct 30th) - Offer Made and Accepted[]
The Department of Anthropology at Santa Clara University, a Jesuit Catholic institution, invites applications for an archaeologist to be appointed as a tenure-track assistant professor beginning in September 2023.
We seek a teacher-scholar with an active field and/or lab-based research program with a specialty in environmental analyses—including zooarchaeology, paleoethnobotany, and/or geospatial methods—and a commitment to community engagement. Applicants should be theoretically grounded and empirically engaged in anthropological archaeology. Area and time period are open, with preference for candidates whose research does not duplicate current faculty research specialties. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in Anthropology at time of appointment. Quality scholarship and undergraduate teaching are essential. The successful candidate will teach six undergraduate (lower- and upper-division) courses per year on the quarter system; courses will include Introduction to Archaeology (lecture and lab) and other classes in archaeology.
Application Deadline November 1, 2022
Applied x9
Rejected (11/15) x 3
Request for Zoom interview (11/16-18) x 3
No news either way (11/29) x 3
Zoom interviewees, did anyone ask when they would send invitations for campus visits?
Campus interview requested (12/9)
Harvard University: Tenure-Track Professor in Assyriology (Closing date Oct 30)[]
The Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations (NELC) at Harvard University seeks to appoint a tenure-track professor in Assyriology. The appointment is expected to begin on July 1, 2023. The tenure-track professor will be responsible for teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including courses in Sumerian and/or Akkadian. The research and teaching of the successful candidate will focus on the peoples and lands of ancient Iraq, Syria, and environs, broadly defined, between the third millennium BCE and the Roman–Parthian era, including their language, literature, history, society, economy, religion, and material culture. We expect the successful candidate to engage in interdisciplinary collaboration within and beyond the NELC Department, with scholars from but not limited to Anthropology, Comparative Literature, Classics, History of Art and Architecture, Religion, or the Ancient Studies Program, to establish regional and international collaboration, and to participate in proposals for cooperative research projects. We value candidates whose experience in teaching, research, and community service has demonstrated a strong commitment to diversity and excellence. Groups traditionally underrepresented in Assyriology are especially encouraged to apply. Doctorate or terminal degree in Assyriology or related discipline required by the time the appointment begins. The candidate will offer language and literature courses, undergraduate historical surveys, and doctoral seminars. Demonstrated strong commitment to teaching and advising is desired. The ability to contribute to Digital Humanities for the ancient Near/Middle East is a plus.
Please submit materials through the ARIeS portal (https://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/11634). Applications must be submitted no later than October 30, 2022.
Applied X 1
Marshall University: Assistant Professor (Closing date Oct 31) - INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED[]
The Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Marshall University seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Anthropology with a focus in public archaeology. Topical specialization is open, but we are interested in candidates who locate their work variously at the intersections of race, gender, labor, globalization, heritage preservation and conservation, engagement with local and descendant communities, and public education and participation. Regional experience should be in North America (Ohio River Valley and/or Appalachian region preferred). We are open to different methodological approaches but are especially interested in candidates who are familiar with the use of GIS and other spatial-analytical technologies or digital tools of collection management. Teaching experience is required. Experience with and an interest in developing interdisciplinary teaching and research collaborations with other academic programs at Marshall University is highly desired.
Applied: X3
LORs requested: 10/13 x1
LORs requested via email from HR 11/1 x1
-Has anyone heard anything? (11/21)
-In response to the poster above, no I have not heard anything after the request for letters (11/25)
^ But recommendation letters are required for this job application...
^Yes, but the letters weren't required upfront, and the request didn't go out until over a month after I applied. It could be nothing, but in case it's helpful for others, I added it. If it's not helpful, admin can feel free to delete.
Zoom interview requested: 1/10
The University of Chicago: The Oriental Institute: Professor in Arabian Peninsula and Gulf States Archaeology (Closing date Oct 31st)[]
The Oriental Institute of the University of Chicago invites applications for a position as Professor in Arabian Peninsula and Gulf States Archaeology. Review of applications will begin on Monday, October 31, 2022. The appointment would commence on July 1, 2023, or as soon as possible thereafter.
We welcome applications from specialists in the archaeology of Arabia and the Persian Gulf region from the prehistoric to the Islamic periods. Any methodological or theoretical specialty within this broad geographic and chronological ambit will be considered. The successful applicant will already hold the rank of Professor or equivalent, or will soon be eligible for promotion to that rank. The successful hire will be expected to teach courses on the history and archaeology of the Arabian Peninsula and surrounding regions as well as related thematic or methodological courses of their choice; to supervise B.A. and M.A. theses and Ph.D. dissertations; and to carry out cutting edge research and publications. Participation in an active field project as director or senior staff member, or otherwise having the ability to provide students with field research opportunities, will be an asset.
All University departments and institutes are charged with building a faculty from a diversity of backgrounds and with diverse viewpoints, cultivating an inclusive community that values freedom of expression, and welcoming and supporting all their members.
Review of applications will begin on Monday, October 31, 2022.
University of Florida: Assistant Professor in Mesoamerican Archaeology (Closing Oct 31) - OFFER MADE AND ACCEPTED[]
The University of Florida (UF) Department of Anthropology ( https://anthro.ufl.edu// ) invites applications for a full-time (9-month) tenure-accruing position in archaeology at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August 16, 2023. We are interested in candidates with methodological expertise in remote sensing, geospatial data science, artificial intelligence and machine learning, and/or computational modeling and simulation, and with specialization in the archaeology of Mesoamerica. Applicants with a geographic focus on the Yucatán Peninsula and/or expertise in near-surface geophysical survey are particularly welcome. Candidates should have active field projects with community engagement and a willingness to contribute to UF’s Study Abroad Program in Merida, Mexico. The successful candidate will contribute to UF’s research capacity in the Neotropics, land use and environmental change, Latin American Studies, and its emphasis on circum-Gulf studies, as well as curricular needs of the existing PhD program and a new MA in public archaeology. Also expected is a willingness to network with local archaeological stakeholders in the service of the new MA program. The Department of Anthropology has 32 core faculty members, ~100 graduate students, and ~350 undergraduate majors. We are an interdisciplinary unit within a large, research-intensive (R1) university that has more than 52,000 students.
The successful candidate will have: (1) a Ph.D. in Anthropology or Archaeology by the time of employment, (2) an established record of publishing in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals, (3) an established field research program, (4) a compelling plan for future research, (5) teaching experience that demonstrates the ability to contribute to the undergraduate and graduate curricula, and (6) a willingness to mentor undergraduate, MA, and Ph.D. students. Successful applicants will be expected to seek extramural funding to support their research program. Opportunities for collaboration exist within the department and across other UF units, including the Florida Museum of Natural History, Geological Sciences, Geography, Florida Climate Institute, Water Institute, School of Natural Resources and Environment, Thompson Earth Systems Institute, and Land Use and Environmental Change Institute.
Applied: x2
Email stating that I'm moving forward to the next stage of the recruitment process and that letters will be requested from my references (11/16)
Request for Zoom interview (11/18)
Request for campus interview (1/12)
Offer made and accepted - SPECIAL NOTE: position offered to preselected internal candidate
The Field Museum (Chicago): Assistant or Associate Curator of North American Anthropology and Archaeology (closing date Nov 1)[]
The Field Museum is a not-for-profit organization located on the Museum Campus of Chicago. Since the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition, we have conducted research across all seven continents and accumulated a collection of over 40 million specimens and artifacts.
The Field Museum is seeking an Assistant or Associate Curator of North American Anthropology and Archaeology with an anticipated start date as early as January 2023. Applicants should have a proven and ongoing record of collections- and field-based research that is implemented in collaboration with descendant communities and a strong commitment to shared governance and co-curation with them of the outstanding heritage collections at the Museum. The regional focus and subfield specialization are both open.
Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2022
Letters of reference requested (12/13)
Request for campus interview (4/10)
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee: Assistant or Associate Professor of Great Lakes/Midwest Archaeology (Review begins Nov 4) - CAMPUS INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED[]
The Department of Anthropology invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor with expertise in Great Lakes/Midwest archaeology and archaeological field and lab methods, demonstrated scholarly productivity, and undergraduate teaching experience. Preference will be given to candidates who have directed an archaeological field school or comparable field project, supervised student research in anthropology or a closely related field, and who have expertise in lithic analysis and/or CRM experience. The department especially welcomes applicants with a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in their teaching and research. Potential synergy with UWM’s vibrant Museum Studies program is also hoped for but not required.
The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active research program with evidence of scholarly productivity. This hire is also critical to the department’s ability to offer a regional archaeological field school and the lab courses required of our undergraduate majors and minors, in addition to chairing PhD and MS thesis projects with a Great Lakes/Midwest archaeology focus. The position involves teaching on a 2:2 schedule including courses such as Introduction to Archaeology (ANTH 103), Archaeology of North America (ANTH 308), Lithic Analysis (ANTH 502), Great Lakes Archaeology (ANTH 565), and Archaeological Analysis and Report Preparation (ANTH 566). In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to teach a regional archaeological field school (ANTH 567) every other summer.
The successful candidate will also serve as faculty liaison between the department and the ARLC and serve on the ARLC’s Internal Advisory Committee. In 2021 the ARLC coordinated over 600 extra-mural research projects with a combined budget value of $2.5 million. The ARLC plays a vital role in providing experiential learning opportunities and serves as an employment pipeline for archaeology and Museum Studies students. The Great Lakes/Midwest faculty liaison position is critical to the sustainable integration of the research, professional training, and revenue-producing roles of the ARLC, which is an integral part of the research, teaching, and degree-granting missions of the Anthropology Department.
Applied: x2
Request for Zoom interview (11/19) x3
Any update on campus interviews scheduled? (12/15)
Request for 2nd round of virtual interview (12/15) and LORs requested (12/19) x2
Email stating I was no longer under consideration (12/17)
Anyone hear anything regarding campus interviews?
Campus interviews scheduled in March.
Harvard University: Tenure-track Professor in Archaeology (Closing date Nov 4) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW[]
Position Description: The Department of Anthropology at Harvard University invites applications for a Tenure Track professor from candidates with expertise in any of the following fields: the Archaeology of Hunter / Forager / Herding groups, Early Agriculture and Village Society, Paleolithic / Stone Age / Pleistocene Archaeology, OR related topics. We seek a candidate with expertise in the conceptual and theoretical concerns related to these themes. We seek candidates who have active field or lab projects and have one or more methodological strengths (examples include but are not limited to: zooarchaeology, lithic analysis, geoarchaeology, environmental archaeology, archaeological statistics, archaeobotany, etc.) complementary to existing department strengths. Candidates are expected to be able to offer introductory as well as advanced courses to undergraduates and graduate students. The appointment is expected to begin on July 1, 2023, and a PhD is required by the start date.
Please submit the materials through the ARIeS portal (https://academicpositions.harvard.edu/postings/11572) no later than November 4, 2022.
Applied x9
Letters of rec requested 11/15 (x4)-- Note: Only letter writers were notified, not the candidate themselves,
11/15 Same. I wonder if this means these applications advanced to the next stage.
^Did you find out by your letter writers notifying you, or seeing the request for letters made in the system?
-> For what it's worth, my referees did not receive a request and the system says it was not sent out. Oh well... (x2)
12/21 - request for campus interview
University of California, Irvine- Assistant Professor in Art History with a focus on Art and Archaeology of the Ancient/Medieval World (Closing Date Nov 4)[]
Assistant Professor in Art History with a focus on Art and Archaeology of the Ancient/Medieval World (Tenure Track)
The Department of Art History and PhD Program in Visual Studies at the University of California, Irvine, invite applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the art and archaeology of the ancient and/or medieval world. Area of specialty and exact time period are open within these broad parameters, but the Current faculty have expressed interest in scholars whose research deals with transregional and transcultural problems in the art and archaeology of the following areas: ancient Egypt (including Dynastic, Ptolemaic and Roman Egypt); East Africa (including Nubia, Aksum and medieval Ethiopia); ancient Mesopotamia, Anatolia and the Levant; the Mediterranean in the first millennia BCE/CE; pre-Islamic Central Asia (including Gandhara); the Indian Ocean littoral; and the ancient Americas. We do not expect candidates to have expertise in all periods or areas but are looking for a colleague whose work lies at the intersection of art history and archaeology, who can collaboratively build on the Department’s current faculty and programmatic strengths in the ancient/medieval world (currently ancient Persia, Byzantium, later South Asia, and Islam).
Candidates whose work contributes to the study of the political and ethical implications of race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, empire, and class, as well as the interdisciplinary field of environmental studies, are particularly encouraged to apply and will find theoretical interlocutors both in the Department and in campus programs, such as UCI’s Critical Theory Emphasis. W
Applications must be completed by November 4, 2022, to receive full consideration.
Appliedx2
University of Alabama Birmingham - Assistant Professor of Anthropology (Closing date November 7) INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED[]
The Department of Anthropology in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin in August 2023. The Anthropology department provides a four-field undergraduate degree, a Master's Program in the Anthropology of Peace and Human Rights, and a newly formed Master's Program in Cultural Heritage Studies (shared with the Department of Art and Art History). We seek candidates from any subfield of anthropology whose research includes an applied/engaged approach to the anthropology of peace, social justice, and/or human rights, and whose teaching experience will strengthen our undergraduate and graduate programs. A PhD in Anthropology from an accredited institution is required of all applicants. Preference will be given to applications that show a strong record of research and teaching in the applied anthropology of peace and human rights and/or cultural heritage studies.
Applied x1
University of Arkansas-Fayetteville: Assistant Professor of Environmental Archaeology (review begins Nov 7) - OFFER MADE AND ACCEPTED[]
The Department of Anthropology at the University of Arkansas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Archaeology.
We seek a candidate who will contribute to a programmatic focus in Ecological Archaeology through socio-environmental teaching and research. The geographic region is open. The ideal candidate will have an active field and/or laboratory research program that is both methodologically-rigorous and theoretically informed, is positioned at the forefront of current research, and can provide original student research opportunities. Candidates will be prepared to teach both introductory and advanced graduate courses in his/her/their areas of specialization.
Review of applications will begin on November 7, 2022 and continue until the position is filled. Complete applications will include a cover letter, current curriculum vitae, contact information for three references, and a statement on the candidate’s contributions to a diverse and inclusive higher education environment. For a complete position announcement and information regarding how to apply, visit https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UASYS/job/Assistant-Professor-of- Environmental-Archaeology_R0024092.
Applied x8
*attempted to apply, but the University of Arkansas Workday system says, "The page you are looking for doesn't exist". Anyone else having this issue? Did the position close already or something?
I just tried as well and I am having the same problem. Looking at the posting now, I suppose that "Review begins on November 7" means that the submission system closes at a midnight the night before. Not very clear. I am emailing the search chair just in case, but I am guessing that we might be out of luck. Very frustrating.
UPDATE: I just heard back from the search chair, and it does seem that they did not intend for the submission system to be closed automatically. He is going to look into it; I will keep an eye on the original link and post here if I get any more updates.
-thanks for that update, I had the same issue. Would have submitted over the weekend if I knew it was closing last night. Hopefully it will reopen; lesson for me I guess is to stop submitting applications on the last day.
--I am the chair for this search. We are aware of the issue that people are currently having submitting applications. Please see the language in the advertisement, which reads "Review of applications will begin on November 7, 2022 and continue until the position is filled". We will begin our review of all applications by the end of business today (5:00 CST on 11/07). It looks that the review date was mistakenly used as a closing deadline when the position was created in Human Resources, and the HR software timed out the submission portal at 12:01 AM this morning. We are working to resolve this error. In the meantime, I apologize and please feel free to contact me directly if you are unable to submit due to this error.
11/19: request for additional documents and LOR x4<
12/02: Zoom interview request x3
12/16: Any news about campus visits yet?
01/19: email stating that the search is progressing but that it's taking time to get approval of candidate lists due to HR and holiday season (i.e., be patient for a little while longer)
02/10: invite for campus interview X2
Augustana University: Archaeology Lab Director (Priority before Nov 13th) - OFFER MADE AND ACCEPTED[]
Augustana University is seeking an Archaeology Lab Director for the Sioux Falls SD campus. The Director will oversee all operations of the Augustana University Archaeology Lab. The Director should think creatively in seeking revenue avenues for the Archaeology Laboratory in addition to directing archaeological research, cultural resource management (CRM), and historic preservation projects. A teaching load of 1 to 2 classes a year is preferred and negotiable. This is a full-time salary position. This position provides an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to build a small University-based cultural resource lab in creative ways. Priority given to applicants received before Nov. 11th.
Applicant should have a successful history of grant and/or proposal writing. Applicant should possess experience in drafting Programmatic Agreements and Memoranda of Agreement and Understanding with federal and state agencies. Pay is formulated on experience. Preferred start date – Immediately on hire or Dec 1st 2023.
Application Procedure: Priority consideration will be given to applicants who apply before November 13th. Interested applicants should complete an Augustana University Employment Application , provide a cover letter, statement of diversity, a resume, and the names, addresses and phone numbers of three referees. Application materials are to be sent electronically to: [[1]] . Official website: www.augie.edu .
Applied: x2
Request for Zoom interview: 10/11/2022 x2
Campus interview scheduled: 11/18
Offer made and accepted: 12/21
[2]Université catholique de Louvain: Greek Archaeology (Closing date Nov 14)[]
The successful candidate will have teaching assignments in the field of classical greek archaeology at Bachelor's and Master's level.
The successful candidate will develop and drive a cutting-edge research program in the field of greek archaeology from the archaic to the imperial period, with a specialisation in classical archaeology, urbanism and architecture of the hellenic world. His or her expertise may cover one or more regions of the Mediterranean or Greek world in the broad sense (continental and insular Greece, Asia Minor, the Black Sea, southern Italy and Sicily).
Université catholique de Louvain: Egyptology (Closing date Nov 14)[]
The successful candidate will have teaching assignments in the field of ancient Egyptian language (with a focus on epigraphic and literary texts dating from Pharaonic times [from the Old Kingdom to the New Kingdom]), as well as ancient Egyptian literature, religion, history, archaeology and art history.
The successful candidate will develop and drive a cutting-edge research program based on an in-depth study of ancient Egyptian primary sources (mainly textual and iconographical sources).
Université catholique de Louvain: Movable and Immovable Heritage (Closing date Nov 14)[]
The successful candidate will have teaching assignments in the field of art history and conservation of movable and immovable heritage from the Renaissance to the present day. He or she will also be responsible for courses on scientific methods in art history, archaeometry, materials and techniques of the plastic arts and the archaeology of buildings.
The successful candidate will develop and drive a cutting-edge research program in the field of conservation and management of movable and immovable heritage, with particular attention to the history and use of materials and techniques, and to conservation theories.
Syracuse University: Assistant Professor of Historical Archaeology (Closing date Nov 15): OFFER MADE AND ACCEPTED[]
The Department of Anthropology at Syracuse University invites applications for a tenure-track position in historical archaeology at the assistant professor level, effective Fall 2023. Candidates must be engaged in theory-driven lab and/or field research that complements and expands upon the Department’s existing areas, methodological, and research foci in and of the modern world. Research area and topical specializations are open; however, we are especially interested in candidates with expertise in (but not limited to) colonialism, cross-cultural entanglements, biocultural approaches to human/environmental change, zooarchaeology, paleoethnobotany, or multispecies relations. Candidates are expected to engage with researchers at Syracuse, including those in Geography and the Environment, Native American and Indigenous Studies, Food Studies, Earth and Environmental Sciences, among others. The teaching load at the Maxwell School is 2 courses per semester. The successful candidate is expected to teach large introductory anthropology courses, topical courses, including methods-focused courses, and a graduate-level archaeology course. Syracuse University is classified as R1- Doctoral University with Very High Research Activity. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active program of research and publication and serve on departmental and other school and university committees.
We will be reviewing candidates beginning November 15, 2022, and will review applications for the selection of candidates for preliminary online Zoom interviews after November 15, 2022. Candidate will be notified by email by the review committee.
Applied x7
12/15: LORs requested (email sent directly to my references) x1
12/21: request for Zoom interview x1
02: campus visits scheduled
Penn State: Assistant Professor of Anthropology (Focusing on Human Response to Climate Risk) (review begins Nov 15) CAMPUS INTERVIEWS[]
The Department of Anthropology (https://anth.la.psu.edu/) at The Pennsylvania State University at University Park, PA, USA, invites applications for a tenure-line Assistant Professor position starting Fall 2023. We seek anthropologists engaged in public-facing scholarship that expands and promotes understanding human responses to climate risk and environmental change. Applications are encouraged from scholars whose research features human ecology/ethnography, visual anthropology, archaeology, biological anthropology, or integrative research among these subdisciplines. Regardless of methodological or regional specialization, their scholarship should feature public engagement and be conducted in collaboration with descendant/stakeholder communities.
Candidates must demonstrate ability for effective teaching at university levels, the potential to obtain external funding, a record of academic outputs, and an innovative and integrative research program involving community engagement. In addition, successful candidates must either have demonstrated a commitment to or envision contributing towards building an inclusive, equitable, and diverse campus community. A Ph.D. in Anthropology or related field must be completed by the time of appointment. Duties will involve a combination of teaching and research, based on the candidate's qualifications.
Applicants can apply through Penn State's Job Posting Board and should include three PDFs: 1) a curriculum vitae detailing the candidate's educational background, employment history, grants, and publications; 2) a maximum five-page statement summarizing the candidate's research program vision, teaching experience and interests, and how their research, teaching, and/or service relate to a commitment to diversity and inclusion; and 3) the names, addresses, and emails of three references.
Candidates are expected to address how they might integrate with one or more of the following: Social Sciences Research Institute (https://ssri.psu.edu), Institutes of Energy and the Environment (https://iee.psu.edu), Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences (https://www.huck.psu.edu), the Rock Ethics Institute (https://rockethics.psu.edu), and other Penn State interdisciplinary programs such as the Climate Science Dual-Title Ph.D. Program (http://www.met.psu.edu/academics/graduate-studies/climate-science-dual-title-phd-program).
Review of applications will begin November 15, 2022.
-So no CL needed for this position?
--I treated the "five-page statement" as a combined CL and research/teaching/DEI statement (x3)
Applied x4
Request for Zoom interview and letters (12/5) x2
Email explaining campus interviews have concluded (2/6)
Technische Universitat Darmstadt: Assistant Professorship (W2, Tenure-Track) - "Digital Building Research and Archeological Studies" (Closing date 15 Nov)[]
he professorship with a decidedly archeology science profile has two main strands: on the one hand, the transmission and development of applied technological-digital methods in building research and the testing and locating of theoretical concepts for innovative concepts for digital research approaches framed through methods in the humanities on the other. That way applied and theoretical concepts are interlaced in teaching and research. The professorship will be part of the institute for “historical foundations” in the department of architecture.
The prerequisite is a degree in a relevant field (archeology, architecture, art history) with proven qualification in digital methods of building research and/or historic preservation, and an excellent doctorate. Outstanding knowledge in research and teaching is expected as well as proven experience in research project management and implementation.
The position holder will participate appropriately in the teaching duties of the Bachelor's and Master's programs of the Department of Architecture as well as interdepartmental programs. This requires not only scientific qualifications but also special didactic skills. Very good English and - at the latest by the mid-term review - very good German language skills are expected. In addition, the ability and willingness to cooperate on an interdisciplinary basis and to participate in university self-administration is required.
Applications should be sent with the usual documents (academic curriculum vitae, list of publications, overview of previous teaching activities and description of scientific activities, list of projects), as well as a maximum five-page exposé on the structure of the future position in the field of research and teaching quoting the identification number, to the Dean of the Department of Architecture, El-Lissitzky-Strasse 1, D-64287 Darmstadt, preferably in electronic form (a single PDF file) to the e-mail: dekanat@architektur.tu-darmstadt.de.
La Trobe University: Lecturer in Archaeology with a focus on complex societies and climate (Closing date 20 Nov)[]
The Department of Archaeology and History of La Trobe University (Melbourne, Australia) invites applications for a full-time continuing lectureship (equivalent to Assistant Professorship) in archaeology. We welcome applications from archaeologists who work on the intersections between complex human societies and the environment and climate. This is intentionally defined broadly, and we welcome any regional and period specialisations that add to or complement existing strengths within the department. The position is set to commence in early 2023. Assistance will be given with relocation costs, visas etc.
The successful candidate should also either have an active fieldwork program, or demonstrable potential to develop one in the future. The successful candidate will be expected to develop research programs and funding proposals, and to undertake and disseminate primary research. Teaching load is 2-3 subjects annually.
Application deadline: Nov 20, 2022. We plan to hold Zoom interviews in early December.
La Trobe University: Lecturer in Archaeology of Aboriginal Australia (Closing date 20 Nov)[]
The Department of Archaeology and History of La Trobe University (Melbourne, Australia) invites applications for a full-time continuing lectureship (equivalent to Assistant Professorship) in archaeology. We seek an archaeologist of Aboriginal Australia who can situate the Australian record within a global context and set their research on the global stage. The successful candidate will have a commitment to, and a track record of, ethical partnerships and engagement with Aboriginal communities and organisations as well as an active field program or demonstrable potential to develop one. The position is set to commence in early 2023. Assistance will be given with relocation costs, visas etc.
The successful candidate will be expected to develop research programs and funding proposals, and to undertake and disseminate primary research. Teaching load is 2-3 subjects annually, including core subjects on the Archaeology of Aboriginal Australia.
Application deadline: Nov 20, 2022. We plan to hold Zoom interviews in early December.
Swansea University: Lecturer in Heritage (Closing date Nov 23)[]
The Department of History, Heritage, and Classics is located within the School of Culture and Communication, in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences of Swansea University. It employs more than 30 permanent staff teaching and researching in Ancient History, Classics, Egyptology, Heritage Studies, and History, and is home to undergraduate and MA programmes covering these disciplines, American Studies, and War and Society. In the 2021 REF, the department achieved a GPA of 3.09 overall, with 76% of its outputs, impact, and environment judged world-leading or internationally excellent.
The department is looking to appoint a Lecturer in Heritage from January 2023 to sustain and develop our heritage provision. Duties may include:
- teaching our undergraduate Introduction to Heritage module to undergraduates on History, Heritage, and Classics programmes and (in some years) adult learners undertaking the BA in Humanities;
- coordinating the MA in Public History and Heritage; this will include convening the compulsory modules on the MA in Public History and Heritage, overseeing the placements of students on this programme, and managing the supervision of both academic and practice-based dissertations;
- developing the provision of heritage teaching and/or training in the department’s undergraduate and postgraduate taught curricula and/or for external audiences;
CUNY: Hunter College - Bluhm Chair in Classics (Senior Hire) (Review begins Nov 28)[]
The Classics Program of Hunter College, City University of New York, invites applications for the Bluhm Chair in Classics at the Associate Professor or Full Professor rank beginning in fall 2023. We welcome scholars with different specializations related to the ancient Mediterranean world, but we have a particular need for a specialist in archaeology. The normal teaching load would be two courses per semester. The successful candidate will oversee the Bluhm Scholars Cohort, a group of 15 to 30 high-achieving students in the Classics. This cohort engages in numerous extracurricular activities and receives additional advising throughout the year. In addition to maintaining a strong program of research and publication, the successful candidate will be expected to teach courses in Greek and Latin at all undergraduate levels and in some of the following areas: archaeology, Latin at the MA level, Greek and Roman literature in translation, classical civilization courses, and specialized topic courses. Hunter is connected to the CUNY Graduate Center. Some future teaching in CUNY's MA/PhD Program in Classics may be possible.
CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.
The search will remain open until the position is filled. The committee will begin reviewing complete applications on November 28, 2022. Applications submitted after the deadline will only be considered if the position/s remain open after initial round.
University of Utah (Salt Lake City, UT): Human Evolutionary Biology (Review beings Nov 30)[]
The Department of Anthropology at the University of Utah invites applications for a tenure-track position in Human Evolutionary Biology at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin July 1, 2023. We seek diverse candidates who complement the department and take a quantitative, empirical approach to the study of human or non-human primate biology, health and/or behavior in its evolutionary context.
Qualifications: Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Anthropology or a related field by the time of appointment, an established record of high-quality research indicated by external funding and publications, and evidence of relevant teaching and research experience. We seek candidates whose research, teaching and service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to engagement and inclusion of culturally diverse audiences.
The selected candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, develop a productive and externally-funded research program, direct graduate research, and exhibit a commitment to service to the department, college, and university. Salary is competitive and dependent on qualifications and experience. The University of Utah is an AA/ EEO employer.
Application Instructions: Please submit (1) a cover letter detailing your research and teaching expertise; (2) a CV; (3) up to three publications or preprints; (4) a one-page statement detailing how you see your teaching, research and/or service complementing our department’s commitment ( https://anthro.utah.edu/equity\_diversity\_inclusion/index.php ) to equity, diversity, and inclusion; and (5) the names and contact information for three references. Letters of reference are not required and will not be reviewed at the initial application stage. The Department will request letters of recommendation from referees at later stages of the search process where needed.
Questions about application submission should be directed to brittany.kiser@anthro.utah.edu (brittany.kiser@anthro.utah.edu.)
The screening and selection process will begin November 30, 2022.
Applied x2
California State University, Long Beach: Assistant Professor of Anthropology (Archaeology and Cultural Resource Management) (Extended to Feb 6)[]
Required Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Anthropology or Archaeology. Degree at time of application or official notification of completion of the doctoral degree by August 1, 2023.
- Expertise in Cultural Resource Management (CRM)
- Expertise in legal underpinnings of the CRM and historic preservation industry in the United States
- Demonstrated potential for research productivity
- Demonstrated potential for successful teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels
- Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population
Preferred Qualifications:
- A track record of Community Based Participatory Research (CBPR) among Latino/a/x, Native American, African-American or Asian American / Pacific Islander communities in the United States
- Well-versed in federal policies such as the North American Grave and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA), the National Historical Preservation Act (NHPA), and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
- Demonstrate a potential for involving students in their field or lab research
- Ability to teach courses such as Cultural Resource Management, Artifact Analysis, Principles of Archaeology, World Prehistory, and Introduction to Archaeology
- Demonstrate a commitment to scholarly excellence and will serve on appropriate departmental, college and university committees
- Demonstrated potential to contribute to the program and form interdisciplinary partnerships
- Experience and passion for teaching and working with colleagues and students from diverse age, socioeconomic, cultural, gender, disability, and academic backgrounds
- Experience of successfully working with populations demographically and socioeconomically similar to the CSULB student body (Demographics)
Applied x1
- Did this get extended again? It was reposted on the Chronicle on April 24.
University of Toronto Scarborough: Assistant Professor, Archaeology (Closing date Nov 30)[]
The Department of Anthropology at the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in Archaeology. The appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an expected start date of July 1, 2023, or shortly thereafter.
The successful candidate must have earned a PhD in Anthropology or a closely related discipline by the time of appointment, or shortly thereafter with a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching, with an emphasis on North American geoarchaeology. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing departmental strengths . We seek candidates with a demonstrated commitment to ongoing field research in North America (Canada and / or the United States). Candidates with expertise in multiple methods of analysis related to sediments, landscape geomorphology, and/or palaeoenvironmental reconstruction are strongly encouraged to apply. The candidate will join a small archaeology program at U of T Scarborough in an Anthropology department where they will help create a degree program in Archaeology and develop courses in their area of expertise that have broad appeal to undergraduate students with an interest in archaeology. This includes developing a course on North American archaeology, sharing responsibility for teaching introductory archaeology courses, and contributing to curriculum in field training. The candidate will contribute to the tri-campus Anthropology Graduate Program at the University of Toronto and as such the ability to train graduate students working in other world regions is highly desirable, as is the ability to seek collaboration with faculty in relevant disciplines beyond Anthropology. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research at the highest level and to establish an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program. Candidates must also be committed to the highest standard of pedagogy at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
University of Wyoming: Tenure-Track Computational Archaeologist (Review begins Nov 30) - OFFER MADE AND ACCEPTED[]
The Department of Anthropology at the University of Wyoming is partnering in a cluster hire in applied artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML) and data science led by a new School of Computing. Through the cluster hire in Advanced Applications of AI/ML and Big Data in Social and Behavioral Science and Humanities we invite applications for a tenure-track faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in August 2023. The position will be held jointly between the School of Computing (tenure home) and the Department of Anthropology with 60% in the School of Computing and 40% in the Department of Anthropology. The reappointment, tenure, and promotion home will be in the School of Computing.
Through this opportunity, the Department of Anthropology seeks a computational archaeologist who uses computing to address questions about human behavior and the human past and present through big data analysis, 3-D modeling, network analysis, virtual reality (VR), simulation and modeling, or geospatial approaches (e.g. LIDAR, GPR). We are especially interested in candidates who can supplement existing strengths of the department and are willing to conduct research relevant to Wyoming archaeology. The successful candidate will be capable of mentoring graduate and undergraduate student research in computational archaeology. They will also show evidence of teaching effectiveness and grantsmanship, a record of publication, and a field or lab-based research program that could incorporate student participation. Expected teaching includes a course in computational archaeology, digital modeling, and research methods.
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
Applications should include (1) a cover letter that addresses how the candidate fits the listed minimum and desired qualifications; (2) contact information for three references; (3) a CV; (4) a research statement; (5) a teaching statement, and (6) a DEI statement. Applications should be submitted at https://eeik.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/223017/?utm_medium=jobshare. This search will remain open until the positions are filled. The candidate selection process will start on November 30th, 2022. Questions should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Jeff Hamerlinck (jeff.hamerlinck@uwyo.edu).
HIRING STATEMENT:
UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities. UW prohibits discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation/preference and gender identity/expression. Also, UW offers employment benefits to domestic partners of employees.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2237 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.
Applied: x3
Email rejection (12/15) x1
Request for Zoom interview (12/20) x1
Northern Arizona University: Assistant Professor of Anthropology/Archaeology (Review begins Nov. 30, Open until Filled) #606730[]
The Department of Anthropology at Northern Arizona University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Archaeology at the Assistant Professor level beginning in August 2023. We seek an archaeologist with a Ph.D. in Archaeology/Anthropology at the time of hire with research specialties in the pre-Columbian U.S. Southwest and/or Northern Mexico. The candidate is expected to complement and strengthen the department’s undergraduate and graduate curriculum. Teaching responsibilities include in person and online graduate and undergraduate level courses including Southwestern Archaeology, Archaeological Theory, and Archaeological Methods. The ideal candidate shall develop a teaching portfolio of large introductory courses, methods courses, and graduate courses in the candidate’s areas of interest, and will facilitate research opportunities for students at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The ideal candidate should at least possess evidence of interest in successful community-engaged research with Indigenous and/or other descendant communities, should obtain external funding and forge collaborations with tribal, federal, and/or state organizations.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D. or doctorate in Archaeology/Anthropology by August 2023
- Specialization in the pre-Columbian U.S. Southwest and/or Northern Mexico
Preferred Qualifications (excellence in or potential for):
- Evidence of commitment to diversity: scholarship, teaching and/or service experience focused on issues of diversity or diverse populations; working with diverse populations on campus and in the community
- Collaborative and community-engaged research with Indigenous and/or other descendant communities
- Collaborations with tribal, federal, and/or state organizations
- Peer-reviewed publications
- Evidence of ability to secure external funding
- Evidence of teaching Southwestern Archaeology, Archaeological Theory, Archaeological Methods, Heritage Management, Applied Indigenous Archaeology, Indigenous Perspectives in Cultural Resource Management and/or similar courses
- Evidence of interest in web-based teaching, with more preference for those with demonstrated excellence in web-based teaching.
To view the original post and to apply, proceed to nau.jobs, follow the 'Faculty and Administrator Openings' link, locate vacancy 606730, and then "Apply" at the bottom of the page.
Application must include: (1) a letter of interest highlighting your particular qualifications for this position; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a one-page statement of teaching philosophy; (4) a one-page statement of research agenda; (5) a one-page statement of commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (see DEIJ statement below); (6) unofficial transcripts; and (5) names and contact information for three references. Save all items as PDF and/or Word documents. Candidates selected for phone interviews will be asked to submit an example syllabus for class for which they have been instructor of record that they have taught or are currently teaching that is similar to one of the classes in the job ad. If a candidate has not been an instructor of record, they will be asked to submit an example syllabus that demonstrates how they might teach one of the classes in the job ad.
Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled.
They are reviewing applications NOW - please get them in as soon as possible!
Williams College: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Native American and Indigenous Arts (Closing date Dec 1)[]
The Williams College Art Department invites applications for an assistant professor (tenure track) who specializes in Native American and Indigenous arts / visual culture. The department is particularly interested in applicants who focus on trans-Atlantic encounter and exchange during the age of European colonial expansion (17th – 19th centuries) but also encourages other NAIS specialists to apply. This position is set to commence in the Fall of 2023. The Williams Art Department aspires to provide a curriculum that offers geographical and cultural breadth as well as chronological depth and supports a variety of viewpoints and methodologies. The ideal candidate would contribute to the ongoing development of this curriculum towards reflecting the global diversity of historical artistic practices and the numerous heritages of current and future Williams students. To this end, candidates should be prepared to teach a variety of classes that range from introductory courses covering a broad spectrum of geographical, material, and methodological topics, to more specialized seminars for advanced undergraduate and graduate students.
Application deadline: December 1, 2022. We plan to interview twelve semifinalists via Zoom in late January. Campus visits for four finalists will be conducted in late February / early March.
Lehigh University: Assistant Professor of Anthropology (Closing date 1 Dec)[]
LEHIGH UNIVERSITY. The Department of Sociology & Anthropology, the Center for Global Islamic Studies, and the Asian Studies Program invite applications for a tenure-track faculty position as Assistant Professor of Anthropology, effective Fall 2023. Candidates for this position will work within or across any of anthropology’s subfields (Archaeology, Biological Anthropology, Cultural Anthropology, or Linguistics) and must have a primary research focus on Muslim communities of Southeast Asia. To be considered, candidates are required to have at least one scholarly work accepted for publication or have secured extra-institutional research funding. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in anthropology or a subfield of anthropology by the effective starting date of employment.
Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled.
University of Washington: Assistant Professor of Anthropology: Archaeological study of climate change (Priority given to applications received by 1 Dec 2022) - CAMPUS INTERVIEW[]
The Department of Anthropology in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Washington invites applications for a full-time assistant professor of anthropological archaeology with a focus on climate change and community resilience. The successful candidate will be expected to complement our existing strengths by engaging in new methods, skills, and theoretical directions in our undergraduate tracks in Indigenous Archaeology and Archaeological Science, our Masters program in archaeological heritage and our PhD program; for example, anti-racist or decolonial approaches growing out of global Black experiences, Black studies, diasporic or Africana studies, Indigenous studies, or food & climate justice. The successful candidate will be expected to teach archaeological methods that are complementary to existing faculty. Examples include, but are not limited to the following: data science and/or computational archaeology, faunal analysis, archaeobotany, isotopic geochemistry, materials analysis, paleogenomics, or geomorphology. The successful candidate will be expected to support the department's commitment to integrity, equity, access, and inclusion in their research, teaching, and service. The successful applicant will provide critical support for our PhD, MA and BA/BS students, and develop or expand partnerships with other efforts and centers of expertise at UW, such as those identified below. See the full text of the ad here: https://apply.interfolio.com/112807
To apply, use Interfolio and include the following items: (1) cover letter; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) teaching statement (addressing teaching philosophy and approaches to both large lecture courses and lab/methods classes, and discussion of teaching challenges and their solutions); (4) a list of courses prepared to teach including at least one large lecture course and one method or lab class with one paragraph abstract for each; (5) research statement (explication of research activities and accomplishments as well as future plans); (6) diversity statement (statement on how your teaching, research and/or service contribute to diversity through scholarship and/or by improving access to higher education for underrepresented individuals or groups); and (7) the names and contacts for three referees. As a guideline, we are looking for 1-2 pages (single spaced) for each of the statements on teaching, research, and diversity. Please see https://anthropology.washington.edu/guidance-faculty-job-materials for additional guidelines on the requested documents and how they will be evaluated. The cover letter should be addressed to Dr. Sara Gonzalez, search committee chair, Department of Anthropology ([[3]]).
Priority will be given to applications received by 5 PM PST, Dec. 1, 2022.
Anyone having trouble with interfolio? Getting an error with documents and can't submit application.
Mine seems to have submitted now. What I had to do was re-upload each PDF until it showed the clickable link for it on the document page. Ended up having to click to submit the delivery a couple times, too.
If you are submitting Word docs on Interfolio, try PDFs. It would not let me upload Word docs.
Applied x 10
1/19/2023: Anybody hear about any updates on this one? Have they scheduled interviews?
Request for Zoom interview (1/19) x2
Campus visit invitation (2/15)
Thanks for the update. Good luck!
University of Wyoming: Assistant Professor of Anthropology (review begins Dec 1) -OFFER MADE AND ACCEPTED[]
The Department of Anthropology at the University of Wyoming invites applications for a tenure-track faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in August 2023.
We seek an anthropological archaeologist with specialization in hunter-gatherer archaeology and a demonstrated record of theoretically informed, problem-oriented, and hypothesis-driven research. Geographic area of specialization is open, but we prefer candidates with experience in western North America and interest in developing a research program in the Great Plains and Rocky Mountains. We are especially interested in candidates who can supplement existing strengths of the department. The successful candidate will be capable of mentoring graduate and undergraduate student research in the Great Plains, Rocky Mountains, and adjacent environs. They will also show evidence of teaching effectiveness and grantsmanship, a record of publication, and a field or lab-based research program that could incorporate student participation. Expected teaching includes a course in lithic analysis, archaeological field school, as well as introductory and other upper division courses in archaeology.
Assistant professors shall normally hold the terminal qualification in their discipline (e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D., MFA, etc.), and shall have demonstrated ability, through appropriate experience, to perform the functions of the position they are to hold.
- Doctorate degree in Anthropology related field by date of appointment
- Specialization in hunter-gatherer archaeology
- Demonstrated record of theoretically informed, problem-oriented, and hypothesis-driven research
- Demonstrated record of grantsmanship
- Demonstrated record of publication
- A field- and/or lab-based research program that could incorporate student participation
- Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) that is compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness
- Research experience in western North America
- Interest in developing a research program in the Great Plains and/or Rocky Mountains
- Ability to supplement existing departmental strengths
- Ability to teach a course in lithic analysis
- Ability to teach archaeological field school
- Ability to mentor students in archaeology of the Great Plains and Rocky Mountains
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, C.V. and contact information for three work-related references.
Review of Applications will begin December 1, 2022 and continue until an appropriate candidate is identified. Inquiries regarding this position may be directed to surovell@uwyo.edu with ANTH faculty search’ in the subject line.
Applied x4
Request for Zoom interview (1/20) x4
Request for a campus visit (2/8)
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University: Research Assistant Professor in Material Culture and Museum Studies (Review begins Dec 1)[]
The Department of Chinese Culture is an academic department within the Faculty of Humanities. Its mission is to offer high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that provide interdisciplinary training in the study of Chinese history and culture, with a focus on the areas of Chinese Classics, Literature, History, Philosophy, Religion and Arts. Currently, the Department offers PhD and MPhil programmes, a taught-master degree programme, a major degree programme in Bilingual Interdisciplinary Chinese Studies, a minor degree programme in Chinese Culture, and university-wide general education courses. The media of instruction are English and Putonghua. Please visit the website at http://www.polyu.edu.hk/cc for more information about the Department.
We look for a scholar who specialises in material culture and/or museum studies of any historical periods of China/Asia, with a focus on areas such as heritage conservation, archaeology, and cultural management. Applicants with an expertise in cultural heritage on the Silk Roads are highly preferred but not mandatory.
University of California, Merced: Assistant Professor of Anthropology and Heritage Studies (Review begins Dec 1) - FAILED SEARCH[]
The Department of Anthropology and Heritage Studies invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in anthropological archaeology at the rank of Assistant Professor. We seek a broadly trained archaeologist with active field research, preferably in the Americas and a methodological expertise that articulates with Heritage Studies such as spatial analyses, GIS, 3D imaging and visualization to complement existing faculty methodological strengths. The position is broadly conceived to stress the integration of method, theory, and engagement with critical heritage studies, encompassing a research agenda focused on important anthropological issues that transcend sub-fields of the discipline.
In order to be considered, candidates must have an PhD in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a closely related field, or a BA or MA in Anthropology or Archaeology with a PhD in a related field by the position start date of July 1, 2023.
The preferred candidate will complement and enhance existing strengths in the Anthropology and Heritage Studies Department; be active in field or laboratory research; and be willing to work to support and/or establish vigorous teaching and research programs involving undergraduates and interdisciplinary graduate students. We seek a candidate with a record of publication; an interest in obtaining external funding who will establish and maintain strong research programs; participate actively in the development of innovative interdisciplinary programs and research; and teach effectively at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Within the undergraduate curriculum, we expect this individual to contribute to the teaching of archaeology courses and intersect with course offerings in heritage studies, as well as participate in graduate teaching, as appropriate. This includes introductory Anthropological Archaeology (ANTH 3) and upper division courses including those emphasizing the candidate’s research interests and methodological skills. Individuals with a history of and commitment to mentoring students from underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.
Applications must be submitted online. An initial review of the completed applications will take place on December 1, 2022. Applicants are encouraged to complete their applications prior to this date. Interested applicants are required to submit 1) a cover letter; 2) curriculum vitae; 3) statement of research; 4) statement of teaching; 5) two writing samples; 6) a contributions to diversity statement; and, 7) a list of references with contact information including mailing address, phone number and e-mail address. This position will remain open until filled.
Applied: x8
Zoom interview scheduled (1/31) x2
Campus interviews scheduled (2/16)
Notified of failed search (5/1)
University of Virginia: Assistant Professor of Anthropology (Review begins Dec 1) - INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED[]
The University of Virginia Department of Anthropology seeks to hire an Assistant Professor (tenure track), whose work engages the intersection of indigeneity and race in global comparative perspective. Ideal applicants should have a track record of community-based research and collaborative methodologies. We are particularly interested in applicants involved with networks of interdisciplinary knowledge production, in and beyond traditional academic spaces. Geographic specialization is open, including multi-sited approaches. Socio-cultural anthropologists with these qualifications are encouraged to apply, as are scholars from other anthropological sub-fields and related disciplines. Candidates must have a PhD in anthropology or cognate discipline at the time of application. Additionally, we seek candidates who have an ongoing program of research and publication (commensurate with years since PhD), demonstrated excellence in teaching, and the ability to teach courses that contribute centrally to the Department’s PhD program and undergraduate major (with a 2/2 load). Responsibilities also include mentoring diverse undergraduate and graduate students, contributing to the Department and University through service, and seeking external funding to support an active research program. The successful candidate will further our understanding of the overlaps and intersections of indigeneity and race, the racialization of indigenous groups, and the ways in which these experiences are negotiated by peoples in specific communities and across multiple scales and contexts.
Applied x3 (but I think this might be an inside hire)
Request for Zoom interview and letters (1/6)
University of Missouri - Ancient Mediterranean Religion (Review begins Dec 2)[]
The Department of Classics, Archaeology, and Religion (CAR) at the University of Missouri invites applications for a tenure-track position in Ancient Mediterranean Religions.
We seek candidates with a broad knowledge of the religions of the Ancient Mediterranean and a research specialization in Christianity or Judaism from the Hellenistic period through Late Antiquity. Undergraduate teaching competence in New Testament and Hebrew Bible courses that adopt a cultural approach is expected and an ability to teach early or medieval Islam is desired. We strongly encourage those whose work is informed by methods and theories in the academic study of religion to apply.
CAR offers the undergraduate BA degree in both Ancient Mediterranean Studies (which includes courses in Ancient Greek and Latin) and Religious Studies, and the graduate MA and PhD degrees in Ancient Mediterranean Studies (in Archaeology, Classical Languages, or Classical Arts and Humanities). The normal teaching load includes two courses per semester and close work with both undergraduate and graduate students. In addition to courses in their area of expertise, the successful candidate will be expected to teach a range of introductory undergraduate courses, including Intro to Religion, Religion and Culture, and/or Global Religions, as well as upper-level courses that connect to the literature, history, and archaeology of the Ancient Mediterranean.
University of Alabama - Assistant Professor of Anthropology (Review beings Dec 5)[]
The Department of Anthropology at the University of Alabama seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor in anthropological archaeology with a specialization in lithic analysis in the Maya area with a focus on communities of practice apropos the production and exchange of stone artifacts. PhD in anthropology is required. In addition to any other applicable evidence, the applicant will document these areas of expertise by supplying at least one relevant peer-reviewed publication under their primary authorship (published or in press). In alignment with the Department’s emphasis on and capabilities in archaeological science, the applicant should demonstrate experience with nondestructive archaeometric methods in lithic analysis (e.g., XRF elemental analysis), with an additional preference for applicants experienced with geographic information system (GIS) applications in archaeology. Moreover, in alignment with our Museum Studies program, the successful applicant will demonstrate their capacity to conduct research using museum collections and show evidence of successful collaborations with key stakeholders such as museums and museum curators, government authorities responsible for the preservation of antiquities, and/or descendent communities. The applicant should have a strong background in cultural resource management (CRM), including work experience and/or registration/licensure as a professional archaeologist within and outside the United States. The applicant should be prepared to teach courses in CRM, Maya archaeology at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, and introductory-level general education courses in anthropological archaeology or ancient civilizations. Names and contact information for three referees who can speak to their professional/academic qualifications should be included as part of applicants’ cover letter or CV. Application review will begin December 5, 2022 and continue until position is filled.
Applied: x3
3/4 - Any updates on this one?
American University: Open Rank in Archaeology/Bioarchaeology (Review begins immediately until filled, posted Oct 12 - Open until Dec 7th) - INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED[]
The Department of Anthropology in the School of the College of Arts and Sciences at American University invites applications for an open-rank, full-time, tenure-track position August 1, 2023. Applicants should have a PhD in anthropology. Depending on experience and qualification, the appointee to this position may be recommended for tenure at the time of hiring.
We are seeking an archaeologist or bioarchaeologist with a four-field orientation. Historical Archaeology of the Americas is preferred, but we are open to all areas of geographical and temporal specialization. Candidates should be able to present a record of highly regarded scholarship in the form of peer-reviewed publications and external funding that aligns with department priorities. Candidates should also present a record of effective teaching. Ideal applicants also have a record of public-facing work that factors into their teaching agenda.
Candidates are expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in archaeology focusing on method, theory and sites where their research is based. Bioarchaeologists should also be prepared to teach and develop courses in biological anthropology. The position will involve teaching courses in Anthropology, including (but not limited to) Human Origins, Introduction to Archaeology, Early America: The Buried Past, Human Osteology and upper-level topics courses. Responsibilities beyond teaching and research include mentoring and advising undergraduate and graduate students, and participating in department, college, and university activities.
Salary and benefits are competitive. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Please submit applications via: http://apply.interfolio.com/115612 Include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, contact information for three references, recent teaching evaluations (when possible), and copies of recent published works or works in progress. Please contact Jean Wogaman, 202-885-1838 or [[4]] if you have any questions.
Applied x8
*I inquired and was told they will accept applications until December 7th.
*Does anyone have any updates on this search?
Zoom interviews done early February
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill: Associate /Full Professor and Director of Research Labs of Archaeology (Due Dec 31)[]
The College of Arts and Sciences at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for an Associate or Full Professor to serve as the Director of the Research Laboratories of Archaeology (RLA) and Chair of the Curriculum in Archaeology. In their dual role as Director and Chair, the successful candidate will oversee the RLA’s research, curatorial, education, and public outreach activities and coordinate the interdisciplinary undergraduate major and minor in archaeology. The successful candidate will have a tenured appointment in the Department of Anthropology. We seek an archaeologist whose research focuses on the Indian communities of the American South. Applicants should have a solid record of research including field work; museum experience, digital expertise, or lab skills that complement the candidate’s research strengths will be considered an asset. Applicants should also have a strong record of scholarly publication, teaching and service; proven leadership and administrative skills; and the ability to work effectively with diverse communities and individuals, particularly Native ones.
Cambridge - Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Classics (Ancient Greek History and/or Archaeology) (due Jan 4)[]
The Faculty of Classics is seeking to appoint an Assistant Professor in Classics (Ancient Greek History and/or Archaeology) from 1 September 2023.
The role is open to those, at any stage in their career, with a primary research interest in Archaic/Classical/Hellenistic Greek History and/or Archaeology. We welcome applicants who are specialists in either the History or the Archaeology of this period and especially welcome applicants with research and teaching interests that straddle those two fields.
The successful candidate will have, or be expected to develop, a record of world-class research commensurate with the international reputation of the Faculty of Classics. Teaching responsibilities will include contributing to the development and delivery of undergraduate courses and supervising postgraduate students.
Durham University - Assistant Lecturer in Archaeological and Museum Conservation (Closes Jan 2)[]
Applications are invited for an Assistant Lecturer (Teaching) in Archaeological and Museum Conservation (permanent). We are seeking to appoint a candidate with established professional expertise who can support and deliver teaching across the Department’s educational programmes (both undergraduate and postgraduate) but in particular support the delivery of our MA in Conservation of Archaeological and Museum Objects. The successful candidate will work closely with, and be line managed by, the programme director, Dr Emily Williams, supporting student learning on the MA, while also providing contributions to other degree programmes where appropriate. They will work with the Department’s technical team to maintain and support the conservation laboratory facilities within the department and operate a range of specialist equipment. The successful candidate will also support the conservation needs of our commercial unit Archaeological Services.
University of Evansville - Assistant Professor of Anthropology (Closes Jan 2)[]
The University of Evansville seeks applications for a non-tenure track, three-year position as Visiting Professor of Anthropology to start August 1, 2023. The area of specialization is open. The university’s Department of Archaeology is looking for a generalist anthropologist whose dynamic and amiable personality will make it possible for us build enrollment in our newly created, cross-departmental anthropology major program. We have been assured that once we reach a certain level of enrollment in the anthropology major, the position will be converted from visiting non-tenure track to assistant tenure-track.
The new hire will teach two courses, Cultural Anthropology and World Prehistory, both designed for a general audience of students fulfilling a General Education requirement and for students fulfilling their anthropology major or minor requirements. Beyond these two, the new faculty member will teach our existing anthropology courses and develop upper-level courses touching on three of the four fields of anthropology including physical, linguistic, and socio-cultural anthropology and specialized upper-level courses tailored to the new faculty member’s area of specialization. We are also hoping for a candidate who can forge connections across campus with other departments that could collaborate in the anthropology program. A normal teaching load includes 3-4 courses per semester with the expectation faculty will participate in department duties such as recruitment and university-wide duties by serving in faculty governance.
The applicant must complete the on-line application at http;//www.evansville.edu/offices/hr/employmentApp.cfm. Please upload a cover letter, CV, a statement on your teaching philosophy, a statement regarding diversity, equity and inclusion, and contact information of three references in a single pdf (one complete application package) in the “Upload Resume” section. Applications will be accepted until January 2, 2023.
Applied x1
MSU Denver - Assistant Professor of Ancient History (due Jan 6)[]
The Department of History at Metropolitan State University of Denver invites applications for a full-time, tenure track faculty position at assistant professor level in Ancient History. This is a nine-month appointment beginning August 2023. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Greek or Hellenistic History, Archeology, Ancient Studies, or closely related field. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have a proven ability to teach undergraduate courses, particularly in world history, the ability to direct field research in archeology, especially with undergraduate and graduate students, and the ability to apply GIS practices to historical concepts.
Applied X 1
Oxford - Professorship of European Archaeology (Senior Hire) (Due Jan 9)[]
The School of Archaeology and Keble College are seeking applications for the Professorship of European Archaeology.
The Professorship of European Archaeology was established in 1946. The first holder of the Chair, C.F.C. Hawkes, was succeeded by Barry Cunliffe in 1972. The current holder, Professor Chris Gosden, retires in 2023. The University seeks a replacement to carry forward world-leading, innovative research in later European prehistory.
You will have an outstanding, internationally recognised research record, as well as the vision, leadership skills, and experience needed to build on the School of Archaeology’s existing strengths and develop new avenues of research. There is a requirement to contribute to teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels, provide academic leadership and show commitment to recruiting, training and mentoring the next generation of archaeological researchers.
If you would like to discuss this post, please contact Professor Helena Hamerow, ([[5]]).
All enquiries will be treated in strict confidence and will not form part of the selection decision.
All applications must be received by 12.00 noon on Monday 9 January 2023. Interviews will take place on Thursday 23 or Friday 24 February 2022.
Project Curator: Santo Domingo Centre of Excellence for Latin American Research, British Museum (Due Jan 10)[]
The British Museum is looking to recruit a Project Curator to co-ordinate and lead research within the Santo Domingo Centre of Excellence for Latin American Research (https://www.sdcelarbritishmuseum.org). As an experienced researcher in anthropology and/or archaeology of Latin America, you will work with the Centre Director to devise research strategies and establish priorities for the Centre and guide research fellows towards achieving these goals. This is an exciting opportunity to support the department’s contribution to the Museum’s cross-disciplinary research programme and ambitious masterplan – The Rosetta Project.
Key areas of responsibility:
· To devise the Centre’s research strategies, establish priorities, develop methodological approach and set out goals and projected achievements
· To oversee the recruitment of Visiting Research Fellows in line with the Centre’s ambitions and research strategies
· To direct, guide, support and manage the research of visiting fellows, in the run-up to, during and after their research visit to the British Museum
· To develop and manage opportunities for outreach and dissemination, including the coordination of the Centre’s digital strategy
Person Specification:
With a BA/BSc degree (or equivalent/higher) in a relevant subject and knowledge of the archaeology and anthropology of the Americas, you will have experience as a supervisor or director of a research or fieldwork project. We are looking for someone who can communicate complex ideas to diverse audiences, and who has experience in project and budget management. With good spoken and written English and Spanish, you will be an open and effective communicator with a flexible and practical ‘can do’ approach.
Full time
Fixed term (2 years; with potential for extension)
£39,951 per annum
Application Deadline: January 10th, 2023, 12pm (midday UK time)
More information and application materials at:
https://bmrecruit.ciphr-irecruit.com/templates/CIPHR/jobdetail_4420.aspx
- Anyone know if you need to have the appropriate work visas in hand for this one? I tried emailing and didn't get a response.
University of Bristol - Lecturer in Historical & Cultural Geographies (Due Jan 10)[]
The School of Geographical Sciences at the University of Bristol is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Historical & Cultural Geographies. You will help build the School’s capacity for research in this area and will join our growing Historical and Cultural Geography Research Group. We welcome applications from across historical and cultural geographies, and are open to a plurality of methodological and conceptual approaches and perspectives, as evidenced by our current expertise in more-than-human geographies, historical geographies of emotion, environment and demography, landscape geographies and spatial theory. We are especially interested in applications from candidates who would extend and diversify our expertise further in areas including geohumanities; cultural and historical geographies of social and environmental change; cultural and historical geographies of race, imperialism and justice. You will join a flourishing and hospitable research group community in the School of Geographical Sciences, and will benefit from our strong connections with social science and humanities-focused research centres and institutes across the University.
University of Houston - Archaeology Full Professor (SENIOR HIRE) (Closes Jan 10)[]
The Department of Comparative Cultural Studies at the University of Houston invites applications from outstanding scholars and teachers with a career record and active agenda of research and publication in Archaeology appropriate for a tenure-track appointment as full Professor. We seek a colleague whose academic work would enhance and amplify intellectual synergies for ancient Mesoamerican studies in the department, college, and university, with preference for pre-Colombian Mayan culture. A strong and consistent record of external funding in support of the work is also preferred. A demonstrable commitment to public engagement is highly encouraged. Experience and enthusiasm for teaching introductory-level undergraduate courses is also very desirable.
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Anthropology or Archaeology. Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon the selection of the final candidate.
To guarantee full consideration, completed applications should be submitted by January 10, 2023. All applications should be submitted electronically at: http://www.uh.edu/human-resources/uh-careers.
We welcome candidates whose experience in teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity. Individuals with a history of and commitment to mentoring students from underrepresented minorities are especially encouraged to apply. The University of Houston is responsive to the needs of dual-career couples. The Department is seeking outstanding candidates with the potential for exceptional research, excellence in teaching, experience working with students from diverse backgrounds, and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for disadvantaged students. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are enthusiastically encouraged to apply.
Required Attachments by Candidate: Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter/Letter
Qualifications: Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Anthropology or Archaeology and have a strong record of field work and related academic publications and other products.
Applied x 1
University of Saskatchewan - Canada Research Chair (Tier 1 or Tier 2) in Community-Engaged Plains Archaeology (Review begins Jan 16)[]
The Department of Archaeology and Anthropology at the University of Saskatchewan is inviting applications for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Community-Engaged Plains Archaeology. This position is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
The incumbent would be an Indigenous scholar who is an expert on the cultural history of the North American Plains region as well as in Indigenous archaeology and community-based or community-engaged research. Candidates will be required to verify Indigenous membership/ citizenship as guided by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin policy. Expertise in precontact and/or post-contact archaeological and cultural contexts is welcome. Ideally, this researcher would bring a mix of professional and academic experience to the post. Topically and methodologically, the incumbent will have expertise in one or more areas of archaeology such as the following: cultural resource management, archaeological science, landscape or environmental archaeology, material culture, identity, ethnoarchaeology, ethnohistory, cultural contact (e.g., fur trade), public archaeology/outreach, heritage studies, cultural tourism, anthropological archaeology.
Candidates should exemplify excellence, creativity, and leadership in research through an internationally recognized research program. The successful candidate will possess a PhD in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related discipline with established expertise in Plains archaeology. Candidates must have an established research program with a focus on the Plains region. This includes demonstrated research impact through quality publications in peer-reviewed venues or equivalent (including community-engaged research products), in a field relevant to the focus of the Chair. It will also include demonstrated capability as an instructor including the training of highly qualified personnel. The successful applicant will be asked to prepare the CRC nomination with the assistance of USask and, if successful, will subsequently be appointed as a tenured or tenure-track faculty member. The CRC nomination is subject to review and final approval by the Canada Research Chairs Program. The faculty appointment is conditional on approval of the CRC.
This call is for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 Canada Research Chair position. For a Tier 1 Chair, the successful applicant will be appointed as a Full or Associate Professor. Tier 1 Chairs are outstanding and innovative world-class researchers whose accomplishments have had a major impact in their field and are recognized internationally as leaders in their field. For a Tier 2 Chair, the successful applicant will be appointed as an Associate or Assistant Professor. Tier 2 Chairs are intended for exceptional emerging scholars (i.e., candidates must have less than 10 years of experience as an active researcher in their field at the time of nomination). Applicants who are more than 10 years from having earned their highest degree (and where career breaks exist, such as maternity, parental or extended sick leave, clinical training, etc.) may have their eligibility for a Tier 2 Chair assessed through the program’s Tier 2 justification process. Please consult the CRC website for eligibility details or contact the Research Acceleration and Strategic Initiatives (RASI) unit for more information (rasi.support@usask.ca).
Interested candidates must visit the posting at the following link to view instructions on how to apply: https://usask.csod.com/ui/internal-career-site/app/job-details/10225 . As part of the application process, applicants will be asked to complete a voluntary employment equity survey.
Complete applications will include a curriculum vitae, a research statement noting the impact the candidate’s research has had on the field, a teaching statement, and the names and contact information of three references. Review of applications will begin January 16, 2023; however, applications will be accepted and evaluated until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2024.
Wichita State University - Assistant Professor in Anthropological Archaeology (Tenure Track) - Review Starts 16 January 2023 - INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED[]
The Department of Anthropology at Wichita State University seeks a student-focused colleague to expand our program strengths in undergraduate and graduate training in North American archaeology beginning in August 2023. The applicant should have ability or experience to teach undergraduate and masters-level courses in classroom and field contexts, such as Introduction to Archaeology, Introduction to GIS, Field Methods in Archaeology, Cultural Resource Management, and to develop courses in their own specialty. We seek an anthropological archaeologist with experience in GIS and remote sensing who is willing to continue development of existing and future field projects, including archaeological field schools, in the Plains. The Department of Anthropology at Wichita State expects all faculty to promote academic success through effective mentorship and recruitment of students, the pursuit of external funding and grant support for student and faculty research, scholarly publication and public outreach, and the expansion of inclusive teaching and research practices. Applicants with experience or willingness to consult and collaborate with Indigenous groups are encouraged to apply. The position is a full-time 9-month appointment with a teaching expectation of 3 regular courses per semester (3/3).
The Department of Anthropology and Wichita State University have existing resources to support successful scholarship and teaching in this position. Resources include campus licensure to ArcGIS, magnetometry, terrestrial scanning and associated software, 3D scanners and associated software, power hammer sediment coring, XRF, LIBS, GNSS receivers, wet laboratory facilities, and teaching computer laboratories. We are supportive of innovative technologies and student-focused pedagogies. The Department boasts a growing Masters program, the City Archaeologist Program for the City of Wichita, aggressive student research support at the undergraduate and graduate level, and established field programs, such as the Etzanoa Archaeological Field School. Wichita State University is a majority urban, first-generation, and aspirant Hispanic-serving institution, and has been recently recognized as the most affordable research university in Kansas.
Minimum Qualifications:
- PhD in hand by beginning of appointment (August 2023)
- Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate coursework in anthropological archaeology in classroom, field, laboratory, and online settings as assigned by the department chair
- Experience in GIS and remote sensing technology
- Experience in North American archaeology
- Record of Technical or Scholarly Publication (inclusive of works in review, peer reviewed, and technical reports)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to teach existing coursework in archaeology, such as: Introduction to Archaeology, North American Archaeology, World Archaeology, Cultural Resource Management
- Ability to develop new courses to complement and expand archaeological curriculum
- Experience in external funding and grant proposal writing
- Willingness to lead archaeological field experiences and coursework in the Plains
- Experience in the archaeology of the greater Plains
Applied x1
Zoom interviews requested (2/10) x1
Contra Costa Community College, Diablo Valley College - Anthropology Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) (Closes Jan 17)[]
Diablo Valley College inspires, educates, and empowers a diverse community of students to transform their lives and their communities. DVC instructors close the equity gaps by fostering success among all students. To help further this work, DVC seeks a tenure-track Anthropology assistant professor to start in Fall 2023.
We are looking for a colleague who will demonstrate discipline expertise and show sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic backgrounds and abilities of community college students.
We are looking for instructors who share a strong commitment to social and racial justice and who use or are inspired to use anti-racist pedagogies that close equity gaps by recognizing, understanding, and respecting the perspectives of all students.
We strongly encourage those with historically marginalized and/or underrepresented identities to apply, including people of color, non-binary and transgender individuals, women, and Indigenous people.
The successful applicant will be qualified to teach introductory courses in Anthropology, including but not limited to Archaeology, Cultural Anthropology, and lecture and laboratory courses in Biological Anthropology.
Applied x2
Emailing stating I am no longer being considered (2/6) x2
University of California San Diego - Norma Kershaw Chair in the Archaeology of Ancient Israel and Neighboring Lands - Associate or Full Professor (Review Jan 20)[]
Position description: The Department of Anthropology at UC San Diego invites applications for an Associate or early stage Full Professor to begin as soon as July 1, 2023. We seek a distinguished archaeologist to occupy the Norma Kershaw Chair in the Archaeology of Ancient Israel and Neighboring Lands. The aim of the chair is to ensure that teaching and research in and about this region continue to be led by a prominent scholar at UCSD. The successful candidate must have a distinguished publication history and a record of outstanding research, competitive grants, and excellence in teaching. A history of long-term archaeological research based in Israel and adjacent nations is essential, and the successful applicant must be a project director who has and will continue to work with students in the field in and beyond Israel. We expect the candidate to have knowledge of the language(s) necessary to conduct research in Israel and neighboring lands. The gift supporting the Norma Kershaw Chair is part of the Jewish Studies Endowment, administered by the UC San Diego Foundation, and housed in the School of Social Sciences.
Basic qualifications: Candidates must have a PhD in archaeology, anthropological archeology, or related field. The successful candidate must have a distinguished publication history and a record of outstanding research, competitive grants, and excellence in teaching at a level that is eligible for tenure or above at a comparable institution. A history of long-term archaeological research based in Israel and adjacent nations. A project director who has and will continue to work with students in the field in Israel and neighboring lands. Demonstrated excellence in research and teaching.
Preferred qualifications: We look for innovative perspectives developed from the understanding of the deep past that can be applied to contemporary issues and crises. We encourage applications from archaeologists working in a variety of periods. We especially welcome candidates whose professional experience, community engagement, and personal background have facilitated their understanding of, and ability to, better serve students from traditionally underrepresented communities in higher education. Faculty are expected to have a track record of inclusive approaches to mentoring and advising.
Document requirements: Cover Letter (the cover letter should address how the candidate’s research and teaching focus on the archaeology of Israel and adjacent lands), CV, Statement of Research, Statement of teaching, Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Authorization to Release Form, 3 required references (contact information only).
Help contact: [[6]]
Applied x1
Oregon State University - Assistant Professor, Department of Anthropology (Closes Jan 23)[]
The School of Language, Culture, and Society at Oregon State University is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Archaeology beginning September 16, 2023. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 9-month, faculty position. The successful candidate will have research expertise in the precontact/early historic periods of the Northwest Coast and interior Pacific Northwest (including northern CA, OR, WA, ID, British Columbia, or southeastern AK). Evidence of effective teaching in the classroom and/or online. A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity. Experience with Indigenous methodologies and/or community-centered research practices. Demonstrable commitment to working with Tribal nations.
Mount Allison University - Assistant Professor, Visual and Material Culture Studies Program (Review beings Jan 30)[]
The Visual and Material Culture Studies Program at Mount Allison University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track interdisciplinary position in Indigenous Material Culture with a preferred subspecialisation in Repatriation Studies and/or Indigenous Archeology perceived in a Canadian or global context. The successful candidate will be expected to teach five semester courses at the undergraduate level yearly, including a section of VMCS 1301 Introduction to Material Culture, and design courses in their areas of specialisation or interest. The candidate is also expected to develop a dynamic, independent, and productive agenda of research, creative activity and/or engaged community work. The appointment will be made at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor and will commence on 1 July 2023 (subject to budgetary approval).
The committee respects and honours the significance of Indigenous education and its function within the diversity of career pathways that contribute to a candidate’s growth as an Indigenous scholar. The candidate’s experience working ethically in partnership with Indigenous communities and demonstrated success in securing funding will be considered key assets. Candidates who have undertaken an Indigenous path to education or a path through academia, as well as those who have pursued a combination of Indigenous/academic paths, will be considered for the position.
Review of applications will begin on 30 January 2023 and will continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their application by this deadline.
Newcastle University - Reader in Heritage (Due Jan 31)[]
The School of Arts and Cultures wishes to appoint a Reader to work and lead within the subject area Media, Culture, Heritage (MCH). This is an exciting opportunity to develop innovative approaches to research, teaching and sector/industry engagement in the UK and internationally within a collegial and supportive work environment. You will be working with a dynamic and committed team of colleagues and external cultural partners to build on and complement MCH’s diverse research, teaching, and industry-facing strengths —particularly in relation to its internationally renowned suite of MA degrees in museum studies, art curation and heritage. You will be expected to lead on the shaping and delivery of our masters programme in Global Heritage Management (forthcoming 2024). You will specifically bring experience and expertise in establishing international networks and collaborations for teaching and research. You will be expected to be involved in all aspects of teaching, including co-supervising PhD students, supervising student dissertations, creative group work projects, acting as personal tutor, and academic administration across Media, Culture, Heritage. You will have strong interest in developing our partnerships and collaborations with external bodies to enhance students’ experience and employability. You will have a research track record commensurate to the role and the career stage, with an international profile in the field of heritage. You will bring advanced knowledge of the research funding landscape in the UK and internationally in relation to heritage. We are looking for an individual who can help catalyse and lead on applications for research funding. You will be involved in the work of the University-wide Centre for Heritage and actively engaged in promoting interdisciplinary heritage work within the University and to academic and sectoral partners within the UK and internationally.
Long Beach City College - Full Time Faculty Anthropology (Due Jan 31) - CAMPUS INTERVIEWS,[]
The Long Beach Community College District is looking to hire one (1) full-time tenured track Anthropology Instructor specializing in Archaeology. The position will commence with the 2023 fall semester. The primary teaching assignment involves instructing a variety of courses in the Anthropology and Archaeology field. The teaching assignment may be at our beautiful Liberal Arts campus, state of the art Pacific Coast campus or other college teaching locations. Assignment may be day, evening, weekend, on-line and are subject to change as needed. Long Beach City College seeks applicants that are committed to student-focused learning, closing equity gaps, creating diverse learning opportunities, and using data-informed decision making to drive instruction and student success.
Applied x1
Invited to initial interview 3/21/23 x1
Final interviews scheduled 4/10/23
Utah Valley University - Assistant/associate Professor of Anthropology (closes Jan 31) - INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED[]
Utah Valley University Behavioral Science Department seeks an anthropologist for a tenure-track position. Area and theoretical focuses are open. Preference will be given to socio-cultural anthropologists. However, we will consider archeologists, linguistic, and biological anthropologists if their work engages with contemporary theories and approaches of sociocultural anthropology. The successful applicant will join an undergraduate program focused on teaching, although research and publication are encouraged. The division of workload responsibilities is as follows: 80% teaching, 10% research, and 10% service.
To apply, please submit a cover letter stating research interests and experience as well as history as an instructor; a CV; and a 1-2 page statement of effective teaching experience and philosophy. You will also need to provide contact information for three professional references who we will contact if you make it to the later phase of the application process. We will also ask for a writing sample (not necessarily of published work), syllabi, and further evidence of teaching effectiveness at a later phase of the application process.
March 8, 2023 - they have moved to the interview stage.
Amsterdam - Assistant Professor of Museum, Heritage and Restitution Studies (Closes Feb 1)[]
Within the department of Arts & Cultures, a position is available for an assistant professor in Museum, Heritage and Restitution Studies. This new position aims to bring together the museum, heritage and conservation approach and the ethical and global aspects of restitution processes, particularly the tensions between the ethics of restitution, the original, historical and contentious ownership of cultural artifacts, decolonization, museum collections, institutional policy, critique and agency towards global social change and practice.
We are looking for a candidate with a strong background in museum and heritage studies and well acquainted with the fields of conservation, preservation and restoration, material culture and anthropology, who is able to connect through a global perspective the diverse strands of World War II claims, colonial restitution and illicit trade in archaeological artefacts and material culture. The assistant professor has a focus on museum and heritage collections and practices as well as the ethical considerations on the discourses of restitution and their possible implications for the material handling and treatment of object(s), both in conservation and in presentation. The candidate is able to reflect on museum and heritage practices and also contributes to the academic development of the field. You will provide education in a dynamic context with ample opportunities for the development of innovative teaching methods. Your research will be part of the Amsterdam School for Heritage, Memory and Material Culture (AHM).
Texas A&M University - ACES Faculty Fellow, transitions to tenure-track (Due Feb 15)[]
Texas A&M University’s Accountability, Climate, Equity, and Scholarship (ACES) Faculty Fellows Program is a faculty hiring program that connects early career faculty advancing outstanding scholarship with relevant disciplinary units on campus. Faculty are hired as ACES Assistant Professors with the expectation of transitioning to tenure track (pending departmental review) by the end of the fellowship period. Applicants' degrees should be completed no more than four years from the time of application.
Applications are due by 11:59 pm Eastern on February 1 15, 2023. The application for the Texas A&M University’s ACES Fellows Program requires submission of the following:
- Cover Letter (1-3) pages describing your interest in the position and providing preferred contact information (e.g., name, email, phone number, and address)
- C.V.
- Research statement including proposal of scholarly project(s) (3-5 pages) conducted during the fellowship years
- Teaching statement (1-3 pages) describing your teaching philosophy and focus
- Diversity statement (1-3 pages) explaining how your scholarship, teaching, service and/or other experiences have demonstrated a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and how that commitment may benefit Texas A&M University
- One writing sample (e.g., book chapter, chapter from your dissertation; journal article; work under review; or work in progress)
- Contact information for three references including name, title, and contact information -- Please do not include your letters of reference with your application materials. The Office for Diversity will ask you for your letters if your application advances through the review process.
Please email [ACES Application|ACES@tamu.edu] if you have any questions related to eligibility, technical issues with the application, or program details.
- Posted on the SAA jobs site, so it is apparently open to archaeologists through A&M's Anthro Department
- All of the sites (A&M and Interfolio) now say Feb 15 as the deadline. Was this an update?
-- Some of the external web ads for this position (e.g., AGU and Science job boards) still have the deadline as Feb 1 (i.e., what was originally posted), so it looks like A&M extended it. The original text on this posting was pasted from A&M's website.
- Applied x1
University of Copenhagen - Professorship in Archaeology (SENIOR HIRE) (Due Feb 15)[]
The Saxo Institute seeks outstanding candidates to fill a position in Archaeology at full professorial level. Applicants must be able to document an extensive profile of research publications at an international level, as well as a proven track record of research innovation. While applicants who can contribute to the teaching demands of the Saxo Institute’s BA and MA programs will be particularly welcomed (see https://saxoinstitute.ku.dk/education/ ), the position is also open to areas of specialization that would enhance and develop the Institute’s educational profile in new directions. Applicants with a strong public outreach profile and a keen interest in how archaeological practices influence contemporary perceptions of the past are also encouraged to apply.
In addition to teaching and research obligations at the Saxo Institute, the successful applicant will be expected to play a leading role in the UCPH School of Archaeology ( https://archaeology.ku.dk ). This is a newly established coordinating body designed to link the widely dispersed archaeological disciplines at UCPH, combining the talents and expertise of five departments to forge a shared identity, strengthen cross-faculty collaboration, and enhance the standing of the discipline both within and outside the university. The successful applicant will join the cross-faculty Steering Committee, consisting of representatives from the Humanities, Theology and Natural and Medical Sciences.
In the application letter, applicants should describe their vision for the future development of the archaeological disciplines at UCPH, including a strategy for strengthening the cohesion of diverse archaeological research traditions rooted in Humanities, Natural Science, and Social Science methods and approaches.
Leiden University - Assistant Professor European Prehistory (Due Feb 15)[]
We seek an enthusiastic lecturer and outstanding researcher with a general and broad interest in European Prehistory. Your profile should supplement the existing expertise in the Department of World Archaeology.
You have completed a PhD in this area and have demonstrated to independently set up a line of research on the Prehistory of (north-western) Europe. You are able to teach courses related to European prehistory enthusiastically, as well as participate in teaching methodological/theoretical courses within the BA and MA programmes of the faculty. You will be collaborating closely, and teach with, the staff of the Departments of Archaeological Sciences and Archaeological Heritage.
We are particularly interested in candidates whose perspectives extend beyond strict cultural areas and periods; who have an interest in major themes in European prehistory; and who are able to link archaeology to broader and contemporary societal challenges.
The Faculty has a tradition of cultivating strong relationships between research and education, and is currently developing new forms of education (including online, blended and active education). Additionally the University of Leiden attaches great importance to the quality of its education and requires that academic teaching staff are in possession of a University Teaching Qualification (e.g. BKO) or are prepared to obtain it within two years.
Leiden University - Assistant Professor Archaeology and Indigenous History of the Americas (Due Feb 15)[]
We seek an enthusiastic Assistant Professor (0.8 fte) to reinforce the Faculty’s long-standing regional specialization in the Archaeology and Indigenous History of Middle and South America.
Embedded at a leading archaeology institute in Europe, this position will form a second regional focus for the Americas, expanding beyond the existing expertise on the archaeology of the Istmo-Colombian area. Preferred candidates will have research profiles that articulate with heritage themes and aspects of archaeological sciences, to complement the Faculty’s existing research emphases. Candidates with an active research focus on Mesoamerican studies and current fieldwork are especially encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will hold a PhD in Archaeology, have a very promising early career research record, combined with evidence of teaching experience, and a talent for external grant acquisition. Applicants should have at least 3 years of post-PhD work experience and be comfortable with teaching a range of classes. The position will contribute to the breadth of the Faculty of Archaeology teaching programmes, from intro-level regional and comparative undergraduate courses as well as specialized graduate seminars, geared to foreground the Faculty’s research on the Archaeology and Indigenous History of the Americas. Participation in general courses, such as archaeological method and/or theory, may also be asked.
The position requires fluency in English. There is no requirement to speak Dutch, but the successful applicant will be expected to learn Dutch within 2 years of starting the position and be supported in the process.
3/22/23: Zoom interview requested x1
Uppsala University - Senior Lecturer in Archaeology with Specialisation in Osteology (SENIOR HIRE) (DUE Feb 20)[]
We are looking for a permanently employed Senior Lecturer in Archaeology with Specialisation in Osteology in the scope of 100% of a full-time position. Teaching, supervision and examination, as well as research and administrative duties in archaeology and faunal and human osteology. Teaching duties include course responsibility, course administration and supervision in all levels. Teaching takes place through lectures, seminars and practical laboratory work at all levels. Part of the teaching may take place in the field or via video link. The research duties aim to strengthen and develop the department's research profile in Archaeology with Specialisation in Osteology in collaboration with the department's other subjects and laboratory environments. Research also includes active work in applying for external research grants and thereby contributing to increasing the proportion of externally funded research as well as to increased recruitment of doctoral students and researchers at the department. Additional duties that may be relevant are various types of management assignments, for example work as Study Director, or collegial assignments within the University at large. Keeping up with the development of the subject and societal developments that may impact the subject and the university is also considered a work duty.Eligible to be employed as a Senior Lecturer in Archaeology with Specialisation in Osteology is someone who has completed a doctorate in Archaeology, Classical Archaeology and Ancient History, Egyptology, Historical Osteology, Archaeoosteology, Osteoarchaeology, Biological anthropology, Archaeozoology, Archaeobiology, or who has the equivalent competence, and who has demonstrated pedagogical competence. It is required that academic competence, pedagogical competence and the candidate’s professional skills are relevant to the duties and subjects that are central to the position.
Simon Fraser University - Assistant Professor in Museum Practice and Indigenous Archaeology or Indigenous Material Heritage Conservation and Outreach (Deadline Feb 28)[]
The Department of Archaeology at Simon Fraser University seeks to fill one Assistant Professor (tenure track) position in Museum Practice and Indigenous Archaeology or Indigenous Material Heritage Conservation and Outreach that will directly advance Simon Fraser University’s Truth and Reconciliation Plan. Priority will be to fill the Museum Practice and Indigenous Archaeology position. For the Museum Practice and Indigenous Archaeology candidate we seek a colleague with a research focus on conveying narratives of North American Indigenous history using ancestral belongings (with or without oral history). For the Indigenous Material Heritage Conservation and Outreach candidate we seek a candidate with a research focus on improving conservation methods and data sharing practices and technologies related to North American artifact types and archaeological sites, including laser scanning, 3D-printed replication, virtual realities, and other emergent methods. Preferred start date of May 1, 2023.
The deadline for receiving all application materials, including a maximum 2-page cover letter, a 1-page teaching statement, a 1-page research statement, curriculum vitae, and museum experience portfolio, is January 18 February 28, 2023. Please submit your application to [[7]] Attn: Hugo Cardoso, Chair. Please indicate which position you are applying for in your cover letter. Candidates who are selected for an interview will be required to submit a teaching portfolio and three reference letters.
- Deadline extended from Jan 18 to Feb 28.
Stanford University - Open rank, Doerr School of Sustainability (Due March 1)[]
Stanford University invites applications for one or more faculty appointments at the assistant, associate, or full professor level in the broad area of environmental behavioral sciences. We seek interdisciplinary scholars from the broad set of social and behavioral sciences. Purely by way of example, this includes scholars from psychology, cognitive or decision science, geography, demography and population science, political science, anthropology, sociology, socioecological systems, law, and other related fields. We are also interested in scholars working on a broad set of topics. These topics include, but are not limited to, decision making in environmental contexts, political ecology, political economy, global institutions, adaptation, management of common-pool resources and cooperation, resilience, behavior change and cultural evolution, spatial and data science, and environmental justice. We are also interested in scholars studying environmental ethics, the connections between human health and the environment, and the use of computational social science to understand environmental sustainability.
Application packages must include: (1) a curriculum vitae; (2) a research statement and statement of teaching interests (no more than 3 pages total for both); (3) a statement that demonstrates your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in your scholarship, teaching, and/or service, including how this commitment would continue in a career at Stanford (1 page); (4) name and contact information for three references; and (5) a cover letter. For questions regarding this position, please contact Haley Mees at [[8]].
Applied x3
4/1- Has anyone heard anything since submission?
4/13 - rejection email x2
University of Kansas - Asst/Assoc Curator of Archaeology & Asst/Assoc Prof of Anthropology (Review begins Mar 3) - ZOOM INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED[]
This is a joint tenured/tenure-track position between the Biodiversity Institute/Natural History Museum (BI/NHM) (Assistant or Associate Curator of Archaeology, 50%) and the Department of Anthropology (Assistant or Associate Professor, 50%). This faculty-curator position is responsible for research on human culture as obtained from curated cultural remains, teaching courses in general archaeology and related subjects, mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, stewarding the collections of the BI/NHM Division of Archaeology, supervising the human, fiscal, and structural resources of the division, and providing professional service and outreach.
To apply online go to https://employment.ku.edu/academic/24273BR. A complete online application includes the following materials: (1) cover letter; (2) Curriculum vitae; (3) statement of research interests and future directions; (4) statement of teaching philosophy and interests; (5) statement of collection and data-management philosophy, and interests; and (6) the names, email and contact information for three professional references. In addition to the materials above, applicants will be presented the following question at the time of application: Describe your experiences working with people from diverse backgrounds and explain how those experiences reflect your commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
Contact Information to Applicants: Celka Straughn, Search Committee Chair (Deputy Director for Public Practice and Curatorial, Spencer Museum of Art) straughn@ku.edu
Applied x1
LOR requests and Zoom interview invitation (week of Mar 6-10) x1
Vrije Universiteit - Assistant Professor Heritage Studies (due Mar 3)[]
As an assistant professor Heritage Studies at VU, you strengthen our research and education within the Department or Arts, History and Antiquity (AHA). We are part of the Faculty of Humanities. Do you have a broad, interdisciplinary interest and an international profile? Do you participate in widely branched, interdisciplinary, international research networks? Then we would like to get to know you. We especially appreciate project-based research. We value a critical heritage studies approach and a focus on the role of heritage in spatial design and landscape transformations.
Our chair group focuses on the analysis of the relation between heritage processes and pressing societal challenges, ranging from energy transition to inclusiveness and multiculturalism. Special attention goes out to the study of spatial transformations that accompany these challenges. We do so in the context of the interdisciplinary research institute CLUE+: a highly successful and accessible platform for research cooperation and knowledge exchange.
As an assistant professor Heritage Studies, you make a significant contribution to the research in our group. We value teamwork and are looking for someone who appreciates contributing to the team. Your expertise and research add major value to our research group! You also teach in the MA program in Heritage Studies (www.vu.nl/heritagestudies) and the BA program on Media, Art, Design, and Architecture. Courses to teach and develop involve academic core courses (academic skills etc.), interdisciplinary content and theory courses offered to students of all tracks of our BA program, and courses taught explicitly for the MA-program Heritage Studies.
University of Winnipeg - Assistant Professor and Museum Curator, Department of Anthropology (Closes Mar 10)[]
The Department of Anthropology at The University of Winnipeg invites outstanding candidates to apply for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in the field of Archaeology, Bioanthropology, Sociocultural Anthropology, or Museology. The successful candidate will also be appointed as Museum Curator to manage the collections (Archeology, Bioanthropology, Ethnographic, Reference) that are housed in the Department. Subject to budgetary approval, this position will commence July 1, 2023. The position will have split duties – 60% as an Assistant Professor with teaching, research and service commitments, and 40% as Curator of the Anthropology Museum. Applicants are requested to submit a complete application that will include (all documents combined in a single PDF):
- a cover letter
- a current curriculum vitae
- evidence of teaching effectiveness, including a teaching statement, sample course outline, and teaching evaluations, if available
- a statement describing past scholarly work and future research plans
- a sample of scholarly work (publication or research-creation)
- any other materials that the candidate considers relevant to their application
Candidates should also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent by the referees directly to: Dr. Julie Pelletier, Acting Chair Department of Anthropology at [[9]]
Applied x1
Rejection email (Mar 16) x1
Sul Ross State University: Assistant Professor of Anthropology (closes Mar 14) - Offer Made and Accepted[]
This is 50% research and 50% teaching 9-month, tenure-track appointment through the Center for Big Bend Studies and the Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences within the Jimmy D. Case College of Literature, Arts, and Social Sciences at Sul Ross State University. Additional summer salary is available and covered by research grants. Required: Ph.D. in Anthropology with an emphasis on arid landscapes and Southwestern archaeology.
- Updated the close date based on the AAA posting, though it's not in the actual Sul Ross posting, so it may not be reliable. The posting states it is "open until filled", and the application page is still open as of March 11. The ad was posted Dec 20.
University of Haifa- Tenure-Track (Open Rank) Position in Archaeological Data Science (Due March 15)[]
In the School of Archaeology and Maritime Cultures (Teaching in English)
Call for Applications – The School of Archaeology and Maritime Cultures (SAMC) at the University of Haifa, Israel, invites applications for a tenure-track position in archaeological data science, starting in October 2023. The newly established SAMC comprises the Department of Archaeology, the Department of Maritime Civilizations, the Department of Conservation of Material Culture, and the Department of Archaeological Sciences (under construction).
The current position is intended jointly for the departments of Conservation of Material Culture and the Department of Archaeological Sciences.
We are seeking candidates with proven academic excellence in their fields of expertise. Candidates should have quantitative savvy, and demonstrate working knowledge with a variety of methods, such as artificial intelligence and machine learning methods, meta-analysis, Bayesian modeling, and agent-based modeling. Candidates are expected to show how their research is relevant for the study of archaeological materials and human ecology in terrestrial, coastal and underwater sites, as in the SAMC framework they are expected to conduct research in these fields.
Applicants must have an approved Ph.D. at the time of application and at least 1 year of post-doctoral research. They should also have publications in leading peer-reviewed journals. They must demonstrate excellence and originality in research, and proven experience in field and laboratory/experimental projects. Candidates should demonstrate background knowledge in archaeology. The position is open to all ranks.
When applying, candidates are requested to send their CV and a research program, and arrange three letters of recommendation. Applications should be sent to Ms. Galit Aghion the Administrative Coordinator of the School, at: gaghion@univ.haifa.ac.il. The deadline for the applications (including the recommendation letters) is March 15th, 2023.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach the equivalent of 8 hours per semester of undergraduate and graduate-level courses. The primary teaching languages are Hebrew and English. The candidate will be expected to supervise theses and carry usual non-teaching duties.
- Applied x1
- Rejection email (4/17)
University of Mary Washington - Assistant Professor of Historical Archeology (deadline Mar 27) - INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED[]
The Department of Historic Preservation at the University of Mary Washington (UMW) in Fredericksburg, VA invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor position in historical archaeology beginning August 2023. This position involves teaching courses in archaeology, including an introduction to the discipline, field and laboratory methods, as well as artifact analysis and interpretation, in addition to the introductory course in historic preservation and other courses that align with the successful candidate’s expertise and research interests. This position requires management of the departmental archaeology lab as well as service to the university and the community. Faculty are also expected to engage in scholarly and professional development.
Required qualifications: A PhD in Anthropology, Archaeology or another relevant field is required. ABD applicants will be considered but the PhD must be awarded within one year of employment. Applicants should also demonstrate experience in teaching archaeology, including methods and theory, with a focus on the United States; professional experience in archaeology, including field and lab work; and experience in community engagement. Successful applicants will demonstrate an enthusiasm for teaching at the undergraduate level and dedication to high-impact learning in an inclusive environment that embraces diverse talents and backgrounds.
Preferred Qualifications: Expertise in cultural resource management and historic preservation; knowledge of architecture; GIS skills; familiarity with current, relevant technologies; experience in archaeology lab management and conducting archaeological research with university students; ability to work with diverse groups and individuals will be considered an asset.
First round written interviews request (4/1)
Washington State University - Assistant/Associate Professor & Director, Museum of Anthropology (screening begins Mar 28)[]
The research profile for our ideal candidate is a theoretically-driven scholar of North American archaeology (focus on western North America preferred) who engages, or has the potential to engage, meaningfully with Indigenous communities and a variety of other stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have regional, methodological and/or ideological foci that complement and expand those of existing faculty members within the Department of Anthropology. The successful candidate will serve also as the Director of the Museum of Anthropology. The initial administrative appointment as director will be for three (3) years and is renewable upon successful performance. The appointment distribution for the position is 40% research, 30% museum administration, 20% teaching, 10% service, with a typical course load of 1 course per semester. Required Qualifications for All Candidates:
- Earned doctorate in anthropological archaeology or an appropriate, related discipline by the time of hire with desired areas of expertise including, but are not limited to, CRM/heritage management, GIS, remote sensing, geophysical methods, spatial analysis, and digital archaeology.
- Demonstration of or potential to maintain and manage the operations of the Museum of Anthropology, including engagement with stakeholders, Indigenous tribes and communities; management of curatorial personnel; and ensuring robust compliance with NAGPRA and other relevant federal and state regulations.
- Experience with and/or understanding of federal curation guidelines (36CFR Part 79) and relevant federal and state regulations governing heritage resources (e.g., NAGPRA, Sections 106 and 110).
- Demonstration of or potential to achieve a record of research accomplishment.
- A commitment to an ongoing and sustained research program in North America that includes field research.
- Demonstration of or potential to establish and maintain an externally funded research program.
- Demonstration of or potential to successfully teach and mentor students at the graduate and undergraduate level.
- Demonstrated ability and/or potential to support, mentor, and educate individuals identifying with systemically excluded, historically underserved and/or minoritized groups and to contribute to WSU’s diversity, equity, and inclusion goals in research, teaching, mentoring, and/or service (https://www.wsu.edu/drive-to-25/diversity-recruitment-plans).
Eastern New Mexico University - Assistant/Associate Professor of Anthropology (Archaeology)(closes Mar 29)[]
Eastern New Mexico University’s (ENMU) Department of Anthropology and Applied Archaeology invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Anthropology to begin Fall 2023. ENMU seeks candidates with a focus on the archaeology of the Greater Southwest and adjoining regions and knowledge of cultural resource management applications. Willingness and ability to work with existing regional collections are a plus. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence and the ability to establish a research program that engages students in applied and/or basic research. Rank and salary will be commensurate with experience. This is a residential appointment and campus presence is required.
- AAA jobs site has a Mar 29 close date, but I didn't see this listed anywhere on ENMU's website
- Anyone have trouble creating an account with schooljobs.com (the site used for ENMU's application)? I keep getting errors when creating passwords, preventing me from creating an account and applying. Ended up making a Facebook account just to apply, which seems to work.
Applied x1
Università Ca' Foscari Venezia - Assistant Professor of Christian and Medieval Archaeology (closes Mar 30)[]
Ca’ Foscari is looking for a researcher of Christian and Medieval archaeology capable of inspiring students to become game-changers in their own fields and to make a genuine difference in the world.
Teaching commitment: teaching in Bachelor degrees, Master degrees, Ph.D. (90 hours) and students tutoring. The researcher will conduct these courses:
- Medieval archaeology;
- Late Medieval archaeology;
- Laboratory activity.
Research commitment: The candidate must have general skills related to the field of Medieval archaeology. Specifically, knowledge and skills related to the problems of Medieval archaeology in the Italian context and in particular in the Venetian lagoon are required, with a particular focus on the study and contextualization of material culture according to the most advanced theoretical approaches.
Universitat de Barcelona - Tenure-eligible lecturer position in Archeology (closes Mar 30)[]
The Serra Húnter Programme (SHP) is offering 49 positions as tenure-eligible lecturer and 3 as associate professor in different fields of study at the public universities of Catalonia (Spain). Successful candidates will be hired by the university offering the position and are expected to cooperate with existing groups and/or develop new lines of research, complementary to those already in place. Please note that these positions also entail teaching obligations. In order to participate, candidates must hold a PhD and have an excellent research and teaching record. For a complete list of available positions, please check the section First call for applications 2023 of our website. Typical candidates are the ones having spent at least two or three postdoc years with international exposure. At this level, they are expected to have published in good venues in their fields. They should also have teaching experience. English at a professional level is a requirement; knowledge of Catalan or Spanish is not a requirement (language training will be provided to new faculty by the university).
KU Leuven - Tenure Track Position in the Historical Archaeology of Northwestern Europe (closes Mar 31)[]
You will join the research group of archaeology and your research profile concerns the historical archaeology of Northwestern Europa, with specialization in or future potential to develop the archaeology of the medieval and modern period in the Low Countries. You obtain excellent results in your research which is published in internationally renowned journals and books, you have obtained demonstrable methodological skills that are central to the archaeological discipline and complementary to the expertise of the research group. You have experience in setting up multi-and interdisciplinary research lines and you promote and support national and international collaborations of your research group. You take initiative to obtain competitive research funding, develop future research projects and supervise doctoral students.
Stockholm University - Lecturer in archaeology with a specialization in maritime archaeology (closing Mar 31)[]
The position is financed via the Center for Maritime Studies (CEMAS) for a period of six years. CEMAS is a collaboration between Stockholm University and the Swedish National Maritime and Transport Museums (SMTM). The purpose of the collaboration is to strengthen the maritime research field through interaction between the fields of History, Archaeology and Ethnology. Maritime archaeology is concerned with human activities connected with the sea and water. Of special interest to the CEMAS partnership is the maritime environments in the Nordic countries and northern Europe
The appointee will be expected to contribute to the CEMAS partnership and to the Department of Archaeology through research and teaching, as well as collaboration. The main duties are: To deliver high-quality teaching in maritime and historical archaeology at both undergraduate and master’s level, to contribute to course/program development, to supervise the work of students at undergraduate and master’s levels, to seek external research funding and to conduct their own research, to contribute to departmental research activities/environment and to undertake administrative duties within the department. Teaching is in Swedish or English The duties also include collaboration with SMTM which includes contributing to the joint research environment and to applications for external funding.
Wilfrid Laurier University - Assistant Professor, Indigenous scholar of cultural heritage and worldviews (Closes Apr 1)[]
Archaeology and Heritage Studies and Religion and Culture are seeking an Indigenous scholar engaged in innovative research using an interdisciplinary approach with a concentrated focus in cultural heritage and worldviews. Potential specializations might include, but are not limited to cultural heritage management, material culture, visual ecologies and human influences on the landscape, visual arts, rock art, or epigraphy and paleography. Candidates with field experience and the ability to support students through an archaeological field school are especially encouraged to apply.
Application materials:
- a letter of intent
- a curriculum vitae
- a statement on teaching philosophy
- sample publication, scholarly output or writing sample
- the names and contact information of three referees (will not be contacted without the candidate’s consent).
- We will be taking steps to confirm Indigenous Identity as part of the recruitment and selection process. The process used to confirm identity is being developed in consultation with the Indigenous Initiatives office.
Applications can be addressed to Mike Young, Executive Search Associate and submitted electronically to [[10]]. Applications will continue to be collected and evaluated until all of the Inclusive Excellence cohort positions are filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply once interested as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
- AAA jobs site lists a closing date of April 1 but a deadline of April 15
Aarhus University - Associate Professorship in Urban Archaeology (Closes Apr 1)[]
We are looking for an innovative and dedicated candidate whose research focuses on the archaeology of urban societies, e.g. material culture studies, comparative analysis, fieldwork, archaeological science or environmental archaeology. UrbNet is an interdisciplinary research initiative exploring the evolution of urbanism and urban networks from the Hellenistic Period to the Middle Ages, and the centre is funded as a Centre of Excellence by the Danish National Research Foundation (see http://urbnet.au.dk/).
The successful applicant should be able to demonstrate competence within the scope of UrbNet’s research programme, and a research plan should be submitted which aligns with the centre’s initiatives – preferably concentrated on one of the centre’s main regional areas. Applicants should have a keen interest in engaging in visionary research bridging disciplines, while focusing on the humanities-based core research agendas pursued by the centre.
Apart from carrying out research and contributing to the overall research agenda of UrbNet, the successful applicant will also be expected to contribute to the academic environment at the School of Culture and Society, including teaching and coordinating courses (BA, MA and PhD), as well as taking part in talent development and knowledge exchange according to Aarhus University’s overall strategy.
University of Vermont - Assistant Professor for Traditional Ecological Knowledge (review begins Apr 1)[]
The Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources (RSENR) at the University of Vermont (UVM) seeks applicants for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor focused on traditional ecological knowledge (TEK). We seek a dedicated and inspiring new faculty member with experience in traditional ecological knowledge and/or Indigenous knowledge systems in relationship to climate change and adaptation. This can include issues related to water and land access and governance, environmental/social justice, and/or land restoration and adaptation. Candidates should have demonstrated cultural fluency in Indigenous knowledge systems and have a good working knowledge of Indigenous research methodologies. Strong candidates will have the requisite knowledge and experience to respect traditional protocols for community engagement and participate in ethical study of Indigenous knowledge systems. The Rubenstein School has a growing, vibrant, and engaged faculty and is looking for individuals who can contribute to our strong commitment to training the next generation of scientists and natural resource professionals using innovative research to address issues of social and environmental justice.
University of Otago - Pūkenga/Lecturer in Classics (Greek History) (Closes 2 Apr)[]
The Classics Programme, University of Otago (New Zealand), invites applications for a permanent position (confirmation-path) at the rank of Lecturer (equivalent to Assistant Professor in the North American system), beginning 1 February 2024. Classics seeks a candidate with experience and proven excellence in engaging teaching and an innovative research program. We are seeking a Greek Historian (chronological period open), and we particularly encourage applications from candidates who focus on new avenues in Classics, such as comparative and connective frameworks, cross-disciplinary projects, or engagement with indigenous pedagogies and knowledge creation. We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and to fostering collaborative teaching and research relationships with Māori and/or Pasifika communities, according to principles of Kaupapa Māori; Teu le vā; or similar relevant framework.
The successful candidate is expected to have a PhD with an established research focus in Classics, and to be able to demonstrate a record of high-quality research and teaching. They will teach a 2nd year course on Greek History, develop a combined 3rd year/Honours level course in their area of research expertise, and will also contribute to Ancient Greek and Latin language teaching at all levels and our team-taught courses. They will be expected to supervise research at Honours, MA and PhD levels; to develop and maintain a strong research profile, including a willingness to seek external research funds; and to undertake administrative roles and community / professional service activities that contribute to the overall effectiveness and standing of the Programme.
Cambridge - Assistant Professor in Environmental Archaeology (closes Apr 6)[]
he Department of Archaeology at the University of Cambridge seeks to appoint a permanent, full-time Assistant Professor in Environmental Archaeology, to start on 1 September 2023 or as soon thereafter as possible. The successful candidate will be active in research and committed to teach in Environmental Archaeology, with a strong preference for the fields of archaeobotany, geoarchaeology, palaeoecology and/or landscape historical ecology, in all cases with the expectation of a strong interest in their relationships to people and societies. We seek someone with an active engagement in both fieldwork and expert lab-based analysis, who complements and helps to integrate existing specialisms within the department after recent and pending retirements, and whose approach is broad, theoretically informed and interdisciplinary.
Cambridge - Assistant Professor in Human, Animal, and Environment Relations (closes Apr 6) - INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED[]
The Department of Archaeology at the University of Cambridge seeks to appoint an Assistant Professor in Human, Animal and Environment Relations, to start on 1 September 2023 or as soon thereafter as possible.
The successful candidate will be active in research and committed to teach in Archaeology, Environmental Archaeology and/or Archaeological Science, with a strong preference for the fields of zooarchaeology, geoarchaeology, hunter-gatherer archaeology, early European prehistory, broader global prehistory, in all cases with the expectation of a strong interest in their relationships to people and societies. We seek someone with an active engagement in both fieldwork and expert lab-based analysis, who complements and helps to integrate existing specialisms within the department after recent and pending retirements, and whose approach is broad, theoretically informed and interdisciplinary.
- Applied (x1)
- Interview Request (4/25)
- Any updates on this? (7/11)
-- Have gotten a few "we're sorry this is taking so long, we'll get back to you shortly" non-updates (last was on 6/28). From talking to others at Cambridge, sounds like no one has a clear idea who the front runner is or what's behind the delay.
Cambridge - Assistant Professor in Mesopotamian Archaeology (closes Apr 6)[]
The Department of Archaeology is seeking to appoint a University Assistant Professorship in Mesopotamian Archaeology, to start from 1st September and no later than 1st October 2023. The successful candidate will be leading research in Mesopotamian Archaeology.
We particularly welcome applications from candidates whose research focuses on the historical periods (Uruk through Achaemenid periods).
Applicants whose research plans include interdisciplinary approaches that intersect with those of other academic staff in the Department and which involve field studies are encouraged.
Utrecht University - Assistant Professor in Ancient History and Classical Civilization (due Apr 17)[]
The section Ancient History within the Department of History and Art History seeks to appoint a full-time Assistant Professor (Universitair Docent) in Ancient History and Classical Civilization, with expertise in the study of early Islam, including the ancient and late antique sources that bear on the rise of Islam. We are particularly interested in someone specializing in how early Islam impacted the transformation of the ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern worlds. We are looking for someone who will study this phenomenon through the prism of the topics that unite our group, namely cultural interaction, (religious) identity-formation, empire studies, and migration. Experience with a Digital Humanities approach to these topics is a pro. We expect the successful candidate to fully participate in our teaching program that focusses on the study of the ancient world.
University of Oregon, Museum of Natural and Cultural History - Executive Director (closes Apr 21)[]
The Executive Director could be an academic or former academic but must have expertise in at least one of the Museum’s research areas. It is vital that they understand how collections and archives should be properly managed, stored, and used in accordance with current best curatorial practices and legal and ethical standards. They should have experience running a museum or equivalent organization with diverse subject areas, research objectives, and service elements. The successful Executive Director will apply big-picture leadership and management skills to increase communication and integration within the museum and across the University, raise awareness throughout Oregon, and where appropriate, facilitate coordination and collaboration in pursuit of common goals. The Executive Director will support staff members and hold them accountable, while delegating operational oversight to effective managers. They will build on established relationships with University faculty and administrators to continue to align the Museum with University goals. The new Executive Director will listen, learn, and engage fully with indigenous Tribes and communities who have been historically under-represented in museums.
Recent directors have been archaeologists, including the current executive director who is retiring after a successful 18-year tenure highlighted by dramatic growth in facilities, programs, and endowments for education, research, and collections.
Seton Hall University - Assistant Professor of Anthropology (unknown close date, posted Dec 9)[]
Duties and responsibilities: The position is expected to contribute to the biological anthropology component of the Anthropology B.A. Program, including recruitment and promotional work to grow undergraduate enrollments, as well as teach students in the Allied Health track of the interdisciplinary Social and Behavioral Sciences B.A. Program. Undergraduate course instruction will include introduction to physical/biological anthropology, research methods, medical anthropology/sociology, human osteology, introduction to archaeology, or the development of new undergraduate courses based on areas of expertise. The successful candidate will teach three undergraduate Anthropology courses per semester with possible course releases for research and/or administrative duties.
Required qualifications for the tenure-track Assistant Professor position include a Ph.D. in Anthropology or a closely aligned social science discipline, teaching experience at the undergraduate level in Anthropology, a demonstrated record of scholarship in Biological Anthropology, and service experience in higher education. Geographical area of specialization is open while complementing existing departmental strengths.
Desired area specializations are in biomedical anthropology, bioanthropological or bioarcheological perspectives on health disparities and/or human health and well-being. We also welcome candidates with a robust research agenda in Biological Anthropology, teaching experience in target courses, evidence of teaching excellence and/or innovation and/or an orientation toward interdisciplinary research/conversance across academic fields.
University of Louisiana at Lafayette - Assistant Professor of Anthropology (unknown close date, posted Feb 23)[]
The University of Louisiana at Lafayette is accepting applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Anthropology, with a specialization in biological anthropology, forensic anthropology, or bioarchaeology. The Assistant Professor will teach three undergraduate courses per semester for majors and non-majors, including Introduction to Biological Anthropology, Forensic Anthropology, Human Evolution, and Bioarchaeology.
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in anthropology with a specialization in biological anthropology, forensic anthropology, or bioarchaeology, prior teaching experience, and evidence of ongoing scholarship and research. The ideal candidate will have applied research and teaching interests in Louisiana, the Lower Mississippi Valley, and/or Southeast.
Apply on the UL Lafayette Human Resources web site at: https://humanresources.louisiana.edu/ by uploading a CV, contact information for three professional references, and a cover letter with research and teaching interests.
University of Macau - Associate/Assistant Professor of History in Ancient and Medieval China (review begins immediately, open until filled)[]
The Department of History of the Faculty of Arts and Humanities invites applications for the position of Associate/Assistant Professor of History in Ancient and Medieval China.
The Department of History includes highly-renowned and innovative senior and junior scholars from Asia, Europe and the United States. The department offers programs leading to BA, MA, and PhD degrees, and provides fellowships for postdoctoral research. The department’s current research emphases include Chinese History and the History of Macau, as well as Maritime History, the History of East-West interactions, and the History of Science and Arts.
University of Essex (UK) - Lecturer (Assistant Professor) of Heritage Studies (due 30 May 2023)[]
The School of Philosophy and Art History at the University of Essex (UK) seeks to appoint a Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in Heritage Studies (full time, with eligibility for permanency). The successful candidate will engage in individual and/or collaborative research activity; generate external research funding appropriate in scale to career stage; teach UG and PGT modules in Heritage Studies and related subjects; direct BA and MA courses in Heritage Studies; lead on new course and module development; and supervise student projects.
Candidates must have, or be close to obtaining, a PhD in Heritage Studies or a closely related discipline. Essential requirements for the post include: evidence of research excellence; experience of teaching in a higher education environment or demonstrable potential for excellence in teaching; ability to contribute teaching and supervision in Heritage Studies. While the area of expertise within Heritage Studies is open, applications from specialists in the following areas are particularly welcome: digital heritage; critical heritage studies; museum studies; heritage and visual culture; heritage and human rights; heritage and environment/sustainability; heritage and decolonisation.
Non-Tenure-Track Jobs/ Visiting Positions/Limited-Term Appointments / Postdocs[]
La Trobe University: Research Fellow, Archaeology and History, Centre for the Study of the Inland (Closing date Sep 25)[]
- Part time 0.5 FTE/ Fixed term October 2022 – March 2025.
- Preferably located at either Bundoora or Albury/Wodonga campus, but access to other La Trobe campuses will be considered
- Level B - TRP $117,562 - $138,831 pro rata per annum inclusive of 17% superannuation
The project is designed to help inform water and environment management decisions which will improve outcomes for the Basin and its communities. The post-doctoral position will be responsible for undertaking research, community consultation and interviews in three Basin communities, with both Indigenous and non Indigenous participants. They will be Involved in the analysis of the research material, developing story maps for each community and reporting back to communities about the research, reporting on research to the MDBA, contributing to and leading publications in high quality journals, and working with a team of researchers involved in the WERP project.
Closing date: By 11:55 pm Sunday 25th September 2022
Gerald Averay Wainwright Post-doctoral Research Fellowship in Near Eastern Archaeology (Closing date Sep 30)[]
The Gerald Averay Wainwright Fellow is a post-doctoral research fellowship role. The Fellow will carry out research addressing the archaeology (not literary or philological studies) of any period of the human past apart from that of Classical Antiquity (i.e. the sphere of influence of Classical Greek and Roman Worlds, between c. 600 BCE and 500 CE), from the Palaeolithic up to and including the medieval and post-medieval periods of any of the following countries: Afghanistan, Algeria, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Burkina Faso, Chad, Cyprus, Egypt, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Georgia, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Mali, Mauritania, Morocco, Niger, Oman, Palestine, Persia, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, Tunisia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Western Sahara, and Yemen. Priority is given to Armenia, Azerbaijan, Egypt, Georgia, Iran, Iraq, Palestine, Saudi Arabia, Syria, and Turkey.
The primary emphasis is on completion of a significant piece of publishable research and/or the preparation of postdoctoral grant applications in the non-classical archaeology (not literary or philological studies) of any country or countries listed above.
You will be at an early stage of an academic career, having completed a doctorate not earlier than 1 April 2018 (excluding justified career breaks), present a credible proposal for research and publication, have or plan to develop research impact and public engagement skills, and demonstrate excellent skills in preparing research findings for publication. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate sufficient specialist knowledge in the discipline to develop an effective research programme, be able to develop a coherent, well-organised and deliverable programme of research, showing evidence of time management skills, setting priorities and meeting deadlines, and be able to analyse and research complex ideas, concepts or theories, and analyse data as appropriate.
The research may be conducted at any UK University with appropriate supervision in these areas. This is a full-time, fixed-term position for 3 years from 1 January 2023.
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 30 September 2022.
Stanford University: Postdoctoral Position in Archaeology (Closing date Oct 15) - INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED[]
The Stanford Archaeology Center invites applications for a post-doctoral fellowship in archaeology. The field of expertise is open, with preference given to topics that will complement and expand the Center’s existing research profile. The fellow will teach two undergraduate courses (or equivalent services/responsibilities) per year. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to teach and mentor a diverse student body. The fellow is also expected to participate in and contribute to the vibrant academic community at the Center. The faculty sponsor of this postdoc will be Professor Barbara L. Voss.
The fellowship can begin as early as January 3, 2023; a later start date may be arranged on request. Applicants must have received their Ph.D. prior to the fellowship start date. U.S. citizenship is not required.
The application receipt deadline is October 15, 2022. Please submit your materials via Academic Jobs Online.
Appliedx2
November 1 - request for zoom interview and additional materials
Dec 2 - rejected (after interview week of Nov. 15). Congrats to whoever got this.
American University in Cairo: Faculty Position in Coptic Studies (Closing date 22 Oct)[]
4-year Fixed Term Position
The Sociology, Egyptology and Anthropology Department (SEA) is seeking a specialist in Coptic Studies (Coptology). Candidates should be familiar with aspects of Coptic culture (for example, Coptic monasticism, Coptic archaeology, Coptic art and architecture, Late Antique Egypt) and the world in which it flourished. Basic knowledge of the Coptic language is not a requirement, but would be a bonus. The candidate will teach courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.
Priority will be given to applications that are submitted by October 20, 2022. Initial interviews will be held in late 2022.
Durham University: Postdoctoral Research Associate (Closing date Nov 13)[]
A Research Assistant is required for twenty four months to join the Riksbankens Jubileumsfond funded subproject ‘The Atlantic North and the Iberian Peninsula: Contacts ~1400/1300–600 BC’. The new Riksbankens Jubileumsfond funded research program (2022-2027), Maritime encounters: a counterpoint to the dominant terrestrial narrative of European prehistory (short title Maritime Encounters), is led by the University of Gothenburg, Sweden. The multi-disciplinary research program aims to shed new light on maritime connectivity across Atlantic Europe from the late Neolithic to the Late Bronze Age through four subprojects. Subproject 4, The Atlantic North and the Iberian Peninsula: Contacts ~1400/1300–600 BC, led by Durham University, United Kingdom, investigates maritime connections between Iberia and Scandinavia during the Late Bronze Age through archaeological, anthropological, linguistic and genetic data. We will characterize and date prehistoric mining in southern Iberia through fieldwork at key mining sites. We will model the circulation of metals through ‘fingerprinting’ chemically and isotopically copper ores collected from fieldwork across southern Iberia and metal artefacts from museums. Comparative analyses will also be performed on samples obtained from other regions of Atlantic Europe. We will reconstruct Post-Proto-Indo-European vocabulary through the study of words and Late Bronze Age rock art. We will use aDNA and stable isotope analysis of human samples, jointly with state-of-the-art ocean modelling techniques, to reconstruct human mobility patterns from Iberia to the Atlantic north.
University College Dublin: Post-doctoral Research Fellow Level 2 in Zooarchaeology (Closes Nov 14)[]
Applications are invited for a zoo archaeologist to join an international, interdisciplinary team on the ERC-funded project, Animals and Society in Bronze Age Europe. The project will explore the role of animals as active participants in Bronze Age social worlds. Focusing on the primary domesticates, the project team will bring together zooarchaeological, contextual, isotope, organic residue, iconographic and a DNA analysis to investigate herd management; patterns of human-animal interaction; animal mobility and exchange; the role of animals in feasting and ritual; and their location in cultural taxonomies. The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will collate and analyse existing zooarchaeological data and undertake primary analysis of key animal bone assemblages from the project’s study areas (Britain and Ireland; southern Scandinavia and the Low Countries; and southern Poland). They will work closely with the PI and project collaborators to identify suitable bodies of material for analysis, to secure permission to access assemblages and to sample bone for ancient DNA and isotope analysis. The position will primarily be based at UCD but periods of primary research outside of Ireland will be required.
This is an advanced research focused role, building on your prior experience as a post-doctoral fellow, where you will conduct a specified programme of research supported by research training under the supervision and direction of a Principal Investigator.
The primary purpose of the role is to develop new or advanced research skills and competences, on the processes of publication in peer-reviewed academic publications and scholarly dissemination, the development of funding proposals, and the supervision and mentorship of graduate students along with the opportunity to develop your skills in research led teaching.
University of Western Australia: Research Associate / Research Fellow - ARC Ranger Training (Closing date Nov 15)[]
This position offers you the opportunity to be part of the Desert to the Sea: Managing Rock Art, Country and Culture Project team in which you will develop and implement curriculum and training modules for the annual field programme and an annual Ranger workshop. You will develop and deliver Ranger heritage training modules on country with three partner Aboriginal Corporations as well as develop heritage training curriculum for Indigenous ranger certification. You will be expected to deliver an annual Ranger workshop to the combined ranger teams on heritage issues relevant to the research and management focus of the Project.
Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description. You are required to address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria. To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Jo McDonald on [Fellow - ARC Heritage Liaison Officer (510389)|jo.mcdonald@uwa.edu.au.] This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
University of Glasgow: Research Associate (Due Nov 22)[]
Working with Professor Karen Hardy, as part of the UKRI ERC replacement Fund project: Powerful Plants. The Power of Plants as Food, Medicine and Raw Materials Before Agriculture.
The earliest origins of twisted fibre technology are unknown but secondary evidence such as composite technology, strung beads and eyed needles suggest these lie deep in the Palaeolithic. Once developed, binding and looping materials likely became rapidly embedded with extensive demands for production. This project will investigate early evidence for use of twisted fibre and associated fibre technologies in the archaeological record and will investigate the social implications of this complex, time consuming manufacturing craft, using a combination of archaeological evidence, ethnographic fieldwork and experimentation.
University College Cork: Post-Doctoral Researcher, Department of Archaeology (Due Nov 25)[]
A post-doctoral research position for the IRC/COALESCE INSTAR+ funded project ‘Irish Peatland Archaeology Across Time’ is available, to coordinate and organise dissemination of archaeological research for community engagement, outreach and collaboration in the areas of environmental policy and advocacy.
Applicants should have experience of the communication of archaeological knowledge to, and in collaboration with, various communities of practice and related interest groups. Previous involvement in intra-disciplinary collaborations and interfaces, especially with the arts and humanities would be an advantage. Knowledge of Irish archaeology is desirable.
University College Cork: Post-Doctoral Research, Department of Archaeology (due Nov 25)[]
A post-doctoral research position for the IRC/COALESCE INSTAR+ funded project ‘Irish Peatland Archaeology Across Time’ is available to collate and analyse archaeological data from archival and other relevant sources.
Applicants must have experience and knowledge of Irish peatland archaeology and associated data including palaeoenvironmental and related analyses.
Previous experience of the use of databases and GIS for the manipulation and analysis of archaeological data and publication writing, would also be an advantage.
Melbourne University: Tutor in Classics and Archaeology (due Nov 27)[]
The School seeks to appoint a fixed-term Teaching Associate - Periodic Tutor with the capacity to teach in the Discipline of Classics and Archaeology. There are multiple positions available, within a variety of subjects. Please refer to the position description for subject availability. Subject teaching periods are available throughout the calendar year. Dates for the teaching periods are dependent on subject choice.
As the successful applicant, you will be a committed and engaging educator with expertise in teaching Undergraduate students.
In this position, your primary responsibility will be to deliver your assigned classes within the relevant discipline’s tutorial program and you will report to the Discipline Chair.
University of Western Australia: Research Associate / Research Fellow, Murujuga Dating (Due Dec 8)[]
The project, Dating Murujuga’s Dreaming: Climate, Culture and Chronology is designed to bring innovative science to understanding the age of the extraordinary rock art and stone structures of Murujuga, as well as reconstructing and modelling Holocene voyaging around the Dampier Archipelago.
In this position, you will study rock varnish from the Dampier Archipelago, to better understand factors contributing to its development and to establish if an absolute age of its formation can be determined. The research focus will depend on the appointee’s background and the two main research themes are:
- Research Theme 1: To understand the geochemistry of varnish layers and utilise U-series to estimate the age of varnish formation.
- Research Theme 2: Focuses on understanding the microbiome of communities living in and around desert varnish.
You will also have opportunity to be mentored to further develop your academic career.
The position requires high-level expertise in either isotopic geochemistry and materials characterisation, or genomic studies of the microbiome and bioinformatics where you will report to co-supervisor Edwards. Applicants with a background in both microbiology and geochemistry would be strongly encouraged to apply.
Yale University: Postdoctoral Associate and Lecturer, Native American Studies (Review begins Dec 10)[]
The Department of Anthropology at Yale University invites applications for a postdoctoral associate and lecturer in Native American Studies. Applicants may specialize in any field or subfield of anthropology. The scholar appointed to this position will continue a dynamic program of research, participate in department and university communities appropriate to their scholarship and interests, and teach one course each semester. This is a two-year appointment with an anticipated starting date of July 1, 2023.
Applicants should submit a cover letter describing research interests and plans, a current CV, brief descriptions (~250 words each) of two proposed courses, and three letters of recommendation via apply.interfolio.com/115816.
Review of applications will begin December 10, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. For questions regarding this position, please email [[11]].
Cambridge: Postdoctoral Research Associate in Southern African Lithic Technology (Due Dec 14)[]
The McDonald Archaeological Research Institute, University of Cambridge, invites applications for an 18-month Postdoctoral Research Associate in southern African archaeology and Stone Age lithic technology, generously supported by the Pouroulis Foundation. The postholder will be based in Cambridge (UK), although extended research trips to South Africa will be required as part of the role, for which funds are available. The successful applicant is expected to take up the position from 1st April 2023, or as soon as possible thereafter, and will work under the supervision and guidance of Dr. Alastair Key, Professor Marta Lahr, and Professor Paul Lane at Cambridge, and Dr. Paloma de la Peña at Universidad de Granada, Spain.
The successful candidate will lead a research project during their tenure on Howiesons Poort technologies in southern Africa. There will be two core elements to this research, which, when combined will provide a deeper understanding of its uniqueness relative to other Southern African lithic traditions. The first line of research will utilise a combination of modelling approaches to understand how we define the tradition, while the second will exploit experimental and artefact-based approaches to investigate its technological exceptionality. As part of their work, the successful candidate will spend most of their time in Cambridge (UK), supplemented by extended research visits to South Africa studying archaeological collections and contributing to fieldwork. The successful candidate will be expected to produce two manuscript drafts during their tenure of the fellowship (with the support of the supervisory team) and, if they wish, will have the opportunity to gain teaching experience at the University of Cambridge.
In line with the project goals, we seek a lithic specialist with experience working on African Stone Age technologies. Applicants must be in possession of a Ph.D. in Archaeology or a closely related discipline and must have experience with the technological analysis of African lithic materials, from the Middle and/or Late Stone Age. They must also demonstrate experience of undertaking independent research leading to at least one peer-reviewed publication. Competence in communicating in English, including the ability to write academic publications and verbally communicate research to academic and lay audiences, is also essential, as is a willingness to travel to southern Africa for extended research visits lasting several months at a time. Previous experience or knowledge relating to the Howiesons Poort technological tradition will be an advantage.
University of Exeter: Postdoctoral Research Associate in Zooarchaeology (Due Jan 5)[]
You will work on the project entitled LASTJOURNEY ‘The End of the Journey: The Late Pleistocene-Early Holocene Colonisation of South America. This is an international, interdisciplinary project integrating a range of state-of-the-art techniques in archaeology, archaeobotany, zooarchaeology, palaeoclimate, ancient DNA to investigate Late Pleistocene/Early Holocene human adaptations and impacts across the diverse landscapes of northwest South America.
The post will include participating and/or directing archaeological excavations directed at recovering bone remains with the project’s collaborators; undertaking analysis of bone remains from archaeological sites and collections; writing archaeological reports and submitting results for publication in several leading international journals; liaising close with the Exeter-based archaeology, palaeobotany and rock art PDRAs to closely integrate zooarchaeological, palaeobotanical and archaeological data; and assisting with the supervision of undergraduate, MSc and PhD student projects and teaching.
Applied: x1
Illinois State University: Visiting Assistant Professor of Anthropology (Review begins Jan 16)[]
The department of Sociology and Anthropology is seeking one full-time Visiting Assistant Professor of Anthropology for the period August 16, 2023, to December 31, 2026. This is a 9-month academic year contract for 8 semesters and does not include summer employment. We are seeking a candidate to teach both undergraduate and graduate classes with an emphasis on historical archaeology. This is a 100% teaching position and the teaching load for a full-time visiting instructor is 4 classes per semester (courses with enrollments greater than 90 students count as two).
The ideal candidate would be able to teach methods in digital archaeology and current topics in historical archaeology. Strengths in any of the following are a plus: Latin American Studies, Native American Studies, Food Studies. The appointee will have the resources of a large archaeology lab with historical artifact-type collections, a reference library, and laboratory equipment.
Review of applications will begin on January 16, 2023. The job will remain open until filled.
1/15: Posting not on HR site; contacted search chair and she stated the position is already filled
University of Sheffield - Teaching Technician in Zooarchaeology (Due Jan 20)[]
We are looking to appoint a Teaching Technician and Demonstrator in Archaeozoology, to support student learning and staff research projects in the area of archaeozoology. They will provide practical teaching and technical support to undergraduate and postgraduate students studying archaeozoology, including demonstration of the use of equipment and methods regularly used in the analysis of animal remains (e.g. species identification, biometrical analysis, histology, preparation for stable isotope analysis, 3D scanning), preparation of specimens for the animal reference collection, and curation and care of the reference and archaeological collections. They will also provide demonstrating support for undergraduate and postgraduate modules in archaeozoology (e.g. preparing teaching materials, supporting academic staff in the delivery of these modules, assisting students in the classroom and laboratory). As well as supporting teaching in other modules within the department, including bioarchaeology and analysis. They will manage access to the archaeozoology collections for research and teaching purposes, for both students and visiting researchers. They will work closely with academic staff to enhance student experience, support student projects and dissertations, and provide support to PhD students engaged in research in the appropriate fields. They will also work with academic staff to develop departmental research projects and public engagement activities in areas related to archaeozoology.
Boise State University: Visiting Assistant Professor of Anthropology (Review begins Jan 21) - OFFER MADE AND ACCEPTED[]
The Department of Anthropology at Boise State University invites applications for a full-time, Visiting Assistant Professor in archaeology that complements existing specializations in the department. We seek a scholar with an active program of field-based research, who engages students in the classroom and with field research opportunities, has experience disseminating research, and has interest in or experience engaging with land-managing stakeholders, including federal, state, and tribal governments.
A visiting faculty member is an individual who is visiting the University for the purpose of collaboration, for advanced study in their field of expertise, or to augment the capabilities of the University through an appointment not covered by other faculty categories. Members of the visiting faculty are not eligible for tenure, may or may not have responsibilities for teaching and research or creative activity, and may serve on a wide range of academic or governance committees subject to policies of the department, the college, and the University. Appointments made to the visiting faculty cannot exceed one year.
Review of applications will begin on January 21, 2023. The job will remain open until filled.
Applied: x1
Zoom interviews scheduled (1/28) x1
Offer made and accepted (2/28)
University of West Florida - Director, Florida Public Archaeology Network (Due Jan 23)[]
The University of West Florida (UWF) is seeking applicants for Director of the Florida Public Archaeology Network (FPAN). FPAN was established as a program of UWF in 2005 and serves the state through eight regions. The Director oversees the operation of the network from a Coordinating Center in downtown Pensacola, which also houses a museum, classroom, and a public archaeology lab. From the Coordinating Center, the Director supervises UWF staff assigned to headquarters operations and two regional offices in northwest Florida, and oversees annual contracts with university partners Flagler College, Florida Atlantic University, and University of South Florida who operate the other six regions. The FPAN Director exemplifies public archaeology, often delivering public programs and lectures, collaborating with local communities and organizations, serving on advisory boards, liaising with state partners, providing expert guidance on engagement strategies, and publishing the results of public archaeology research. This position reports directly to the dean of the College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities, and is responsible for interaction with the University and an advisory board, and the oversight of personnel, planning, programming, budget, contracts, and all other operational details of this program. For more information about FPAN consult FPAN.us.
University of Bristol - Lecturer in Roman History (closes Jan 24)[]
The Department of Classics and Ancient History is seeking to appoint a fixed-term part-time pathway 3 Lecturer in Roman History, to provide cover for a colleague who is unavailable at short notice. This is primarily a teaching and administrative role.
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- teach an existing unit on Roman Imperial Culture, covering the period from Tiberius (14 CE) to Hadrian (138 CE)
- teach an existing unit, Latin B2, which aims to introduce students to a range of skills in independent reading and analysis of Latin literature
- mark undergraduate dissertations, possibly outside the field of Roman History on other ancient historical topics
Hamilton College - Visiting Assistant Professor (Due Jan 30)[]
The Classics Department at Hamilton College invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor with expertise in material culture. The term of appointment is one year, with the possibility of renewal, beginning on July 1, 2023. We are particularly interested in candidates with secondary expertise in the study of race and/or interactions between Greeks, Romans, and other ancient Mediterranean cultures. The course load is five courses per year. The candidate should be prepared to teach Ancient Greek and/or Latin at all levels, culture courses from our existing catalog, and 1-2 courses of their own design. ABD candidates will be considered, although candidates with a Ph.D. are preferred. Candidates should display evidence of accomplished teaching and a record of scholarship or strong scholarly promise. Hamilton College believes that diversity is essential to the excellence of its academic program. To apply, candidates should submit a cover letter and CV, and arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted by the deadline. Your cover letter should address the ways in which you would further Hamilton’s goal of building a diverse and inclusive educational environment. Please upload all materials via Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/119226. Questions regarding the search may be directed to Prof. Anne Feltovich, Search Committee Chair, at [[12]]. Applications are due by January 30, 2023. We expect to conduct interviews via Zoom in late February or early March.
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York University - Technical Specialist / Technician (Ancient DNA & Palaeoproteomics) (due Jan 30)[]
We seek to appoint a Technician or Technical Specialist to support research in ancient biomolecular analysis specialising in DNA, proteins or both. Read the Job Descriptions carefully to understand the difference between the roles and submit your application accordingly. The role will contribute to or manage the day-to-day operations of the DNA and proteomic laboratories and will contribute to the wider needs of the Department of Archaeology in collaboration with the Senior Technical Team Manager.
Queen's University Belfast - Laboratory Manager (closes Jan 30)[]
The 14CHRONO Centre in the School of Natural and Built Environment, Queen’s University Belfast, is currently seeking to appoint an exceptional candidate to the post of Laboratory Manager. The Laboratory Manager will be responsible for management of the technician team and the day-to-day running of the Carbon Dating Pretreatment Laboratory, which carries out carbon dating and stable isotope analyses in a busy commercial and research setting. The laboratory also provides specialist technical services to support university research and teaching projects.
Durham University - Assistant Editor, Antiquity (closes Jan 31)[]
Applications are invited for the post of Assistant Editor for the Antiquity journal. Antiquity (www.antiquity.ac.uk) is a world archaeology journal publishing archaeological research on all periods, regions, theories and methods. The primary purpose of the role is to prepare and edit manuscripts that have been accepted for publication by Antiquity. Your main focus will be on the preparation and editing of texts, including academic content, and copy-editing, addressing issues of language, style and length. You will also provide support with checking author revisions, proofreading and image preparation. You will thrive under pressure in a busy, deadline-driven office environment.
Aarhus University - Assistant Professorship (non-tenured, fixed-term) Centre for Urban Network Evolutions (due Feb 1)[]
The successful applicant is expected to contribute to researching and publishing papers related to UrbNet’s Palmyra-centred research. Tasks include:
- Taking a lead role in driving and coordinating the centre’s cluster of projects focusing on Palmyra, incl. portraiture and circular economy
- Publishing research emerging from the centre’s Palmyra-centred projects, both as sole author and co-author
- Assisting the centre director in supervising research assistants and student helpers working on the Palmyra-centred projects and related database activities
- Liaising with relevant project partners and specialists
- Facilitating and co-organising workshops and conferences
- Facilitating processes in connection with funding applications
- Assisting editorial processes
- Reporting to funding agencies
- Teaching as agreed upon with PI and Head of Department
University College London - Research Fellow in GIS and Archaeological Data Systems (due Feb 12)[]
We are seeking applications for a Research Fellow to join the AHRC project Empowering Heritage. The post-holder will work closely with the project PI Dr Rachel King and Co-I Prof Peter Mitchell (University of Oxford) to extract necessary data about heritage salvage projects from SAHRIS, populate the project database, and analyse data according to Empowering Heritage's objectives. Specifically, this includes: working with the project team to define fields, terminology, and architecture of the database; developing and maintaining data hygiene and quality control protocols; mapping the locations and extent of heritage salvage projects, and quantifying spatial densities of heritage salvage projects. There will be scope for the Research fellow to develop their own research interests and analytical uses of the database generated, and lead on publications, in line with the overall project objectives.
This is an open-ended contract with funding available for 12 months. Appointment at Grade 7 is dependent upon having been awarded a PhD; if this is not the case, initial appointment will be at Grade 6B (salary £34,502 - £36,348 per annum) with payment at Grade 7 being backdated to the date of final submission of the PhD Thesis.
Brown University - Postdoctoral Fellowships in Archaeology and the Ancient World (due Feb 15)[]
The Joukowsky Institute for Archaeology and the Ancient World at Brown University invites applications to our postdoctoral fellow positions in Archaeology and the Ancient World. Exceptional junior scholars who can enhance and strengthen our commitment to inclusive education and research and to equality and social justice are encouraged to apply. We especially welcome applicants from underrepresented groups.
We seek candidates who have demonstrated a capacity for innovative research, engaged scholarship, and cross-disciplinary thinking. We are interested in individuals whose work focuses on archaeology of the Mediterranean, Egypt, and/or surrounding regions of the Middle East and North Africa, all broadly defined, and including research focused on recent periods; we are equally interested in applications from archaeologists, whose methodological and interdisciplinary expertise clearly transcends regional specializations, and whose research complements that of existing faculty. Applicants must have normally received their doctorate within the last five years, and the Ph.D. must be in hand prior to July 1, 2023.
We fully understand and appreciate the impact that the current pandemic has had and may continue to exert on our lives, personally and professionally, and we will read ongoing research efforts and publication records in that light.
In addition to pursuing their research, successful candidates will be expected to teach one course per semester. Teaching may be at both the undergraduate and graduate levels; interdisciplinary offerings are desirable. Successful candidates will be expected to make substantive contributions to the ongoing development of the Joukowsky Institute, through the organization of reading or working groups, a topical symposium, or another project intended to foster a stimulating intellectual environment in which to pursue research and to develop new interdisciplinary or community connections.
These will be two-year positions, with confirmation after one year, beginning on July 1, 2023.
Application Instructions
All candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, short descriptions of 3-4 proposed courses (150-300 words each), a statement (150-300 words) of their experience and/or ideas for prioritizing diversity and inclusion in their teaching and research, and contact information for three references by February 15, 2023. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, but the search will remain open until the position is closed or filled.
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(Mar 24): Rejection email
Lycoming College - Visiting Assistant Professor of Anthropological Archaeology (Review begins Feb 15) - INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED[]
The Department of Anthropology-Sociology at Lycoming College invites applications for a two-year Visiting Assistant Professor of Anthropological Archaeology beginning Fall 2023. We are interested in candidates with demonstrated teaching and research expertise in Mesoamerica or North America. The course load is six courses per year. The candidate should be prepared to teach a combination of anthropology and archaeology courses, including introductory courses in archaeology, world prehistory, cultural anthropology, and biological anthropology from our existing catalog, and 2-3 courses of their own design.
Qualifications: A PhD in Anthropology is preferred, but advanced ABD candidates will be considered. Candidates must possess a strong commitment to teaching excellence in an undergraduate liberal arts environment and display a record of scholarship or strong scholarly promise.
To Apply: Candidates should submit a CV, a letter describing their teaching and scholarly interests, 2-3 sample syllabi, and a list of three references, at least one of which is able to address the candidate’s teaching abilities. Letters of reference to be made available upon request of the search committee.
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Zoom Interview Request (2/21) x 4
Rejection email received [π] x 2
University of Missouri - Postdoctoral Researcher (review begins Feb 15) - INTERVIEWS SCHEDULED[]
The Department of Anthropology at the University of Missouri invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher. Applicants may specialize in any field. We welcome scholars with a history of publishing in academic journals and strong quantitative/analytical skills. Ideal candidates will have additional skills in one or more of the following areas: comparative databases, machine learning, deep learning, remote sensing, and geographic information systems. This is a one-year appointment with the opportunity for renewal and some teaching in the second year. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2023.
Application Instructions Applicants should submit a cover letter describing research interests, a current CV, and names/emails for three recommendation letter writers and send as a single pdf file to Rob Walker (walkerro@missouri.edu). Please also send any questions by email. Review of applications will begin February 15, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled.
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2/16- Contacted PhD advisor for more info (but not all letter writers) x2
2/21- contacted about zoom interview
Università degli Studi di Catania - Researcher The Arab-byzantine frontier in Southern Italy and Sicily (9th-11th c.) (closes Feb 15)[]
Reviewing the archaeological literature and mapping on GIS the sites with archaeological phases that can be traced back to the Islamic age (9th-11th centuries) in order to elaborate the cartography of the changing territorial and landscape contexts between the 9th and 11th centuries. The researcher will have to interact with the various units of the research project PRIN 2017 The Byzantine heritage of Southern Italy in order to identify the archaeological contexts with Islamic phases with particular regard to the territories of eastern Sicily and Calabria. For some particularly significant contexts, a sampling and cataloguing activity of ceramic materials ascribable to Islamic production is planned in order to characterise the production centres and identify distribution areas and exchange networks, especially within the territories formally subjected to Byzantine authority.
University of Leicester - Technician (Deadline Feb 16)[]
In this role you will provide support for the day-to-day running of the teaching and research laboratories and fieldwork facilities within the School, with a focus on Geomatics and Geophysical Survey. In addition, you will ensure labs are ready for use, whilst assisting and advising students and staff on the preparation of and use of equipment, ensuring that equipment is maintained and consumables stock levels are maintained.
With experience in a relevant role related to Geomatics and Geophysical survey, you will have experience of laboratory and fieldwork best practice and safety issues. In addition, we are looking for someone with great communication skills, can build effective relationships and plan their activities to meet agreed deadlines.
UiT The Arctic University of Norway - Postdoc within the field of archaeology, Stone Age and hunter-gatherers (Deadline Feb 17)[]
UiT The Arctic University of Norway has established «The Arctic MSCA-PF program» (uit.no/project/arcticmsca) to recruit excellent young researchers planning to apply for a Marie Skƚodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship (MSCA-PF) to pursue a career in research. We invite applications from promising young researchers within the field of Archaeology, Stone Age and Hunter-Gatherers. The selected candidate will write a proposal for a 24-month MSCA-PF at UiT together with Prof. Charlotte Damm. Successful postdoc candidates will be invited for a three-day MSCA-PF symposium June 6-8, 2023 (hybrid physical/digital event, see details at uit.no/project/arcticmsca/program-structure). At this event, the candidates will present their past research achievements, discuss future plans with their potential supervisor and learn how to write a successful MSCA-PF application. The selected candidates will, jointly with the supervisor, write the MSCA-PF application by the deadline of September 13, 2023.
Please send your CV (max 3 pages) and describe a research project that will strengthen and complement the presented research (max 2 pages) to [[13]] by Feb 17th 2023. Mark your application "Arctic MSCA". Successful candidates will be contacted in late March 2023.
University College Cork - Post-Doctoral Researcher, Fixed Term, Part Time (due Feb 17)[]
A post-doctoral research position for the IRC/COALESCE INSTAR+ funded project ‘Irish Peatland Archaeology Across Time’ is available to collate and analyse archaeological data from archival and other relevant sources.
Applicants must have experience and knowledge of Irish peatland archaeology and associated data including palaeoenvironmental and related analyses.
Previous experience of the use of databases and GIS for the manipulation and analysis of archaeological data and publication writing, would also be an advantage.
Vassar College - Visiting Assistant Professor in History/Material Culture of the Roman World (review beings Feb 20)[]
We seek a scholar whose work focuses on the perspectives and experiences of those outside the dominant Roman culture, whether socio-politically or geographically, from early Rome to the disappearance of centralized Roman political power in the fifth century CE. In keeping with our existing curricular investments in critical reception studies and our commitment to a more diverse classics, we particularly welcome applications from scholars whose scholarship and teaching complicates and expands traditional conceptions of Greco-Roman antiquity.
In addition to courses on Roman history and culture, the successful candidate will be expected to teach Latin at all levels. They should be able, in all their classes, to demonstrate an ability to translate specialized knowledge about the ancient world for undergraduates studying in a liberal arts environment in which all classes, including at the advanced level, are taken by non-majors. An ability to offer classes that can be cross-listed with one or more of our multidisciplinary programs (listed at https://www.vassar.edu/academics/departments) is also a plus.
University of Tubingen - Postdoc in hominin behavior at the Paleoanthropology Working Group (closes Feb 20)[]
Areas of expertise include, but are not limited to, evolution of diet and subsistence, evolution of pyrotechnology and the use of fire, and evolution of life history and social behavior in Plio-Pleistocene hominins. The position should start as soon as possible and will be limited to 5 years.
The successful candidate will show a strong research agenda in his or her field of expertise. He or she will be expected to develop collaborative projects as well as conduct independent research. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the teaching curriculum in paleoanthropology, both at the graduate and undergraduate levels and to pursue external funding opportunities.
Requirements for the position include a Ph.D. in the above-mentioned or related fields, postdoctoral experience, and an outstanding research record.
Crow Canyon Archaeological Center - Director of Education (Review begins Feb 20)[]
For 40-years Crow Canyon and our partners have educated students, teachers, and the public about archaeology and American Indian culture. As we look to the future, we are seeking a Director of Education to expand programs that are beneficial to Crow Canyon’s Indigenous partners and other stakeholders, that incorporate anti-bias anti-racist pedagogy, build cross-cultural competencies, and advance equity and social justice.
We strongly welcome applicants who are from populations historically underrepresented in anthropology, archaeology, and education, and/or who have experience working with diverse populations.
Berea College - Visiting Assistant Professor of Archaeology (Deadline Feb 22)[]
The Berea College Art and Art History Department announces a full-time, one-year faculty position as Visiting Assistant Professor of Archaeology, beginning August 2023. The teaching load includes three courses each semester, including Introduction to Archaeology, Cultural Anthropology, and a capstone seminar. Topical courses based on the candidate’s areas of specialization are also possible. PhD by August 2023 and college teaching experience preferred, ABD considered. Interested applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching goals, sample syllabi, graduate transcripts (unofficial accepted at this stage), and three letters of recommendation. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. For full consideration all application materials must be received by February 22, 2023.
- I'm sorry, three letters of recommendation required up front for a one-year VAP? Yeah, no thanks.
Durham University - Postdoctoral Research Associate in Archaeology (closes Feb 23)[]
Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the field of the archaeology of Southwest Asia, focusing on landscapes and cultural heritage protection. The postholder will work as part of the Endangered Archaeology in the Middle East and North Africa (EAMENA) Project (funded by Arcadia) and the Climate, Landscape, Settlement and Society: Exploring Human-Environmental Interaction in the Ancient Near East (CLaSS) project (funded by the ERC), reporting to the project PIs Prof Graham Philip and Dr Dan Lawrence.
The EAMENA Project uses satellite imagery and aerial photography to identify and document archaeological sites in the Middle East and North Africa (from Mauretania to Iran), to improve understanding and enhance their future protection and management. The EAMENA team at Durham works with partner teams at the Universities of Leicester and Oxford. The Durham component of the project is focused upon Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, western Iran and the Caucasus.
The CLaSS project investigates the relationship between climate fluctuations and the emergence of complex social and political formations over the Holocene. The project has been collecting archaeological settlement data and archaeobotanical data (plant and tree remains) and zooarchaeological data for the entire Fertile Crescent region and combining these with climate simulations derived from General Circulation Models (GCMs). The goal is to investigate the relationship between climate change and social complexity over the long- and short-term.
The postholder will be responsible for the organisation of existing, and the creation of new, settlement datasets from legacy sources and satellite remote sensing, and their input into the relevant project databases. The post-holder will also engage in research, including publication writing, project-related administration and other activities supporting the work of EAMENA and CLaSS.
Macquarie University - Research Fellow in Ancient Glass and Material Culture (due Feb 24)[]
The Department of History and Archaeology, Macquarie University is seeking to appoint a Research Fellow, who will undertake the study of glass held by the Macquarie University History Museum. The appointee will have knowledge of Roman artefacts including Roman glass and wider knowledge of ancient glass. The research fellow will scope opportunities for the development of publications based on the Roman glass collection, that may include collaboration with other colleagues, including those from the Faculty of Science and Engineering to undertake analyses, and/or develop a better understanding of the provenance of these artefacts. In addition, the research fellow will initiate a programme of digitisation of the collection and to develop a digital exhibition by the end of the 12 month period of employment.
American School of Classical Studies at Athens - Professor of Classical Studies (due Feb 27)[]
The American School of Classical Studies at Athens seeks an established scholar with extensive experience in Greece for the position of the Andrew W. Mellon Professor of Classical Studies. The incumbent is not reapplying for the position. The Mellon Professor organizes and conducts the academic program of the School in collaboration with the Director and the Assistant Director, and must be able to provide a graduate-level introduction to the sites, monuments, museums and topography of Greece as well as advise students of the School in their research. Strong ability in modern Greek is a necessity for this position. In addition, as one of the Officers of the School, the Mellon Professor participates in the operations of the School.
The appointment is for a three-year term beginning July 1, 2024, and ending June 30, 2027. The term is renewable for a second three-year term upon review by the School. Salary commensurate with rank and experience. Benefits include retirement contribution, health insurance, travel budget, and housing on campus. The deadline for application is February 27, 2023.
Poznan University - Post-doc at the Faculty of Archaeology in the project “The character, occupation and exploitation of the offsite zone of the Neolithic settlement at Çatalhöyük, Turkey” (due Feb 27)[]
The post-doc is required to carried out the work planned in the project related to surveyor-lidar, photogrammetry, multispectral aerial photography studies. He/she is expected to analyse all historical and air photo imagery aimed at the classification, representation and simulation of the archaeological (empirical) and ancient (reconstructed) landscape as well as integrate them with available geophysical and geomorphological data.
University of Southampton - Anniversary Fellowship (Closes Feb 28)[]
Salary: £33,314 to £40,931 per annum, Full Time Fixed Term for 36 months
The Faculty of Arts and Humanities is particularly interested to hear from candidates pursuing research in
- Creative and Critical Practice (eg AI, screen, art, multi-media, text, performance, VR, gaming, creative computing, digital humanities, fashion, textiles)
- Cultural, social and historical responses to the ‘Grand Challenges’ (eg environmental justice, contemporary conflict, borders and migrations, data and security, language and diversity)
- Curation and Preservation (digital preservation and scholarship, decolonising the gallery and archive)
To apply please complete the application form including your proposed programme of research (of no more than three pages) and one publication (or piece of written work) along with an explanation of your contribution.
Cambridge University - Research Associate in GIS and Spatial Analysis in Archaeology (Fixed Term) (Due Feb 28)[]
The McDonald Institute invites applications for a full-time Research Associate in GIS and Spatial Analysis in Archaeology to work on the ERC Advanced Grant funded project: Reverse Engineering Collective Action: Complex Technologies in Stateless Societies (REVERSEACTION) led by Prof Marcos Martinón-Torres (PI).
The appointee will join a team based at the University of Cambridge, along with international collaborators, to work on the above project, which investigates the production and organisation of luxury technologies in archaeological societies without coercive authorities. The project combines science methods (geochemistry, microscopy, environmental archaeology, isotopic analyses) with social anthropology and experimentation, and has a strong research base and interest in Colombia.
We are seeking a creative individual who is familiar with the archaeology of Colombia, brings strong research skills in GIS and spatial analysis, thrives as part of a team, and is keen to contribute collectively to broader research agendas.
Dickinson College - Visiting Assistant Professor (One-Year) in Biological Anthropology (Due March 1)[]
The Department of Anthropology and Archaeology at Dickinson College invites applications for a visiting assistant professor position in biological anthropology for the 2023-24 academic year. The teaching load is five courses per year. Teaching responsibilities include lecture and laboratory sections of Introduction to Biological Anthropology, a forensic anthropology course, and course on bioarchaeology, human variation, or human evolution. The ability to create inclusive learning environments for an increasingly diverse student body will be an important characteristic of the successful candidate. Recent PhDs and ABDs are encouraged to apply.
Please apply to https://jobs.dickinson.edu with a letter of interest and CV that includes names and contact information of three references. Letters of recommendation will be requested separately of candidates going into the first round of interviews. Application deadline is March 1, 2023. Questions may be directed to Dr. Karen Weinstein, Department of Anthropology, Dickinson College, Carlisle, PA 17013 via email.
Dickinson College is a highly selective four-year, independent liberal arts college with 2300 students. It is located 20 minutes west of Harrisburg and is a two-hour drive from Baltimore, Washington DC, and Philadelphia. Dickinson College is committed to building a representative and diverse faculty, administrative staff, and student body. We encourage applications from all qualified persons.
Arizona State University - Postdoctoral Scholar in taphonomy and paleoecology (Deadline Mar 3)[]
The Paleoecology Lab in the Institute of Human Origins and School of Human Evolution and Social Change at Arizona State University is recruiting one Postdoctoral Research Scholar in taphonomy and paleoecology. The Paleoecology Lab is co-directed by Drs. Kaye Reed and Denise Su. The postdoctoral research scholar will be contributing to a project funded by the William M. Keck Foundation to compare the geological and paleoenvironmental contexts of Woranso-Mille and Hadar to better understand Pliocene hominin diversity. This is a full-time, fiscal-year (12-month), term-limited 2-year position eligible for competitive benefits through ASU including health insurance, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. Applicants must be within five years of receipt of their Ph.D. to be considered. The anticipated start date is July 3, 2023 but may be earlier. General questions about this position should be directed to Dr. Denise Su (denise.su@asu.edu) and/or Dr. Kaye Reed (kreed@asu.edu).
University of Amsterdam - PROJECT LEADER PROVENANCE RESEARCH ARCHAEOLOGICAL COLLECTIONS (closes Mar 3)[]
In the early spring of 2023, the Allard Pierson will begin to investigate the provenance of objects in the archaeological collections. To this end, we are looking for a Provenance Archaeological Collections project leader, with knowledge of the (inter)national legal and ethical parameters regarding the acquisition of and trade in archaeological objects, and of conducting and safeguarding provenance research. We are looking for someone with communication and liaison skills who will work in the curatorial team of the archaeological collections, and will assist us in making the research results more accessible and in presenting them to the public.
Historic England - Scientific Dating Coordinator (closes Mar 3)[]
We have an exciting opportunity for a Scientific Dating Coordinator to join our team at Historic England to support our senior specialists in delivering major projects.
Your primary role will be to develop the Historic England Radiocarbon Database, facilitating public access via the ProjectC14 portal at the Archaeological Data Service. This will include populating Historic England data commissioned since 2015, training and mentoring external contributors, and validating data from England for deposition.
There will also be the opportunity to develop your skills in Bayesian chronological modelling, both by leading on casework in support of colleagues in other parts of Historic England and by supporting specialist modellers in delivering more complex and long-term projects.
Wake Forest University - Visiting Assistant Professor of GIS (Environment & Sustainability), 2023-2024 (Due Mar 6)[]
Wake Forest University’s Environment and Sustainability Studies Program seeks an engaged, creative, and committed teacher-scholar to become a Visiting Assistant Professor in Socio-environmental Geographic Information Systems/Sciences (GIS). We welcome candidates with a Ph.D. in geography, environmental studies, anthropology, environmental engineering, conservation biology, environmental sciences, natural resource management, forestry, or other fields where the candidate has pursued research and/or teaching on environmental justice, with connections to environmental justice, equity, communities, or sustainable development. This is a one-year, non-tenure track position. The Visiting Assistant Professor will teach three courses per semester or the equivalent. Compelling applicants will have a commitment to interdisciplinary, experiential, and place-based learning and a record of teaching and mentoring students from diverse backgrounds. We welcome applicants who are familiar with participatory GIS, public participation GIS, or community GIS, and have demonstrated experience teaching socio-environmental GIS, using global positioning systems and drone technologies, teaching with commercial and freeware GIS software, and public scholarship with digital storytelling. We seek scholars who share our dedication to cultivating a positive, inclusive culture of belonging among faculty, staff, and students, including international and first-generation students and those who identify as members of historically marginalized communities.
Leicester University - Technician (closes Mar 6)[]
In this role you will provide support for the day-to-day running of the teaching and research laboratories and fieldwork facilities within the School, with a focus on Geomatics and Geophysical Survey. In addition, you will ensure labs are ready for use, whilst assisting and advising students and staff on the preparation of and use of equipment, ensuring that equipment is maintained and consumables stock levels are maintained.
With experience in a relevant role related to Geomatics and Geophysical survey, you will have experience of laboratory and fieldwork best practice and safety issues. In addition, we are looking for someone with great communication skills, can build effective relationships and plan their activities to meet agreed deadlines.
University of Oslo - Postdoctoral Research Fellow in marine aDNA (Closes Mar 7)[]
The candidate will work in association with the H2020 funded ERC synergy project: 4-Oceans: Human History of Marine Life: Extraction, Knowledge, Drivers & Consumption of Marine Resources, c.100 BCE to c.1860 CE, with partners in Ireland, Portugal, Norway, the UK and globally. The project investigates the role of marine harvests in global history. The Postdoctoral fellow will join an international team combining expertise in marine environmental history, climate history, natural history, geography, historical ecology, genomics and zooarchaeology. Specifically, the role of this position is to investigate the consequences of marine exploitation in a range of key taxonomic groups (including marine mammals and fish) using ancient DNA obtained from archaeological specimens and museum collections. These data will be interpreted in a multi-proxy framework including isotope data and zooarchaeological evidence.
University of Toronto - Assistant Professor - Contractually Limited Term Appointment - Egyptian Archaeology (closes Mar 9)[]
The Department of Near and Middle Eastern Civilizations in the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto invites applications for a three-year, contractually limited term appointment in the area of Egyptology with a focus on Ancient Egyptian Archaeology and Material Culture. This appointment will be at the rank of Assistant Professor, and the anticipated start date is July 1, 2023.
The Department is seeking a scholar who will contribute to its curriculum and programs in the fields of Egyptology, Ancient Near & Middle Eastern Civilizations, and Archaeology, with the demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Ancient Egyptian Archaeology, Material Culture, and Artifact Analysis. A commitment to collaborative and interdisciplinary research and teaching, involving research opportunities for students, is strongly desired.
The successful candidate must have a PhD in Egyptology/Egyptian Archaeology by the time of their appointment or shortly thereafter and have a demonstrated record of excellence in teaching and research. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and strengthen our existing departmental strengths. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue innovative and independent research at the highest international level.
Evidence of excellence in research will be demonstrated by a record of publications in top-ranked and field-relevant journals and/or forthcoming publications meeting high international standards, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, awards and accolades, as well as strong endorsements from referees of high standing. Evidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated by strong letters of reference, teaching accomplishments and the teaching dossier submitted as part of the application containing a strong statement of teaching philosophy, teaching evaluations and sample syllabi.
Durham University - Community Archaeology and Impact Officer (closes Mar 10)[]
As part of our commitment to communicating our research and furthering our non-academic engagement, training and impact, we are looking to recruit a Community Archaeology and Impact Officer to implement community projects and design, initiate and evaluate a range of activities that facilitate community engagement and knowledge exchange around the Department of Archaeology and Archaeological Services’ portfolio of activities. The post holder will be responsible for working collaboratively with staff across the Department to develop and maximise the societal impact of our research through fieldwork, training, education and engagement linked to a range of UK and international research projects. The successful applicant will bring proven experience of developing and delivering community archaeology projects, facilitating impact of archaeological research, e! xperience of managing and developing web-based and social media platforms, excellent communication skills, experience of public speaking, teamwork and problem-solving skills and a passion for archaeology.
Stavanger University - Postdoctoral Fellow in Palaeogenetics and the Deterioration of Ancient DNA in Bone (due Mar 12)[]
The University of Stavanger invites applicants for a two-year position as Postdoctoral Fellow in Palaeogenetics and the deterioration of ancient DNA (aDNA) in bone, at the Museum of Archaeology, Department of Conservation.
The objective of the position is to strengthen research, and to give researchers/scholars holding a doctoral degree the opportunity for further qualification towards top academic positions.
The position commences 01/01/2024 and is a 100% research position.
The position is externally funded by the Research Council of Norway and associated with the project Future Past: Future preservation of past life: A multidisciplinary investigation into preservation of ancient biological remains from medieval cemeteries.
The selected project will be mainly carried out at the University of Stavanger, but also for up to six months with Professor Tom Gilbert’s group at the Center for Evolutionary Hologenomics, the Globe Institute, the University of Copenhagen. The aDNA data will be generated and the initial bioinformatic analyses will be undertaken in Copenhagen. The appointee will work full time on the project and participate in the academic communities at both institutions.
Bergen University - Postdoctoral position in South African geoarchaeology (closes Mar 12)[]
The Department of Archaeology, History, Cultural Studies and Religion invites applications for a 3-year postdoctoral position in the field of geoarchaeology, relating to Pleistocene and early Holocene landscape evolution along the southern coast of South Africa. The position is part of the Centre for Early Sapiens Behaviour (SapienCE), a Center of Excellence (CoE) funded by the Norwegian Research Council. SapienCE is a multidisciplinary CoE that investigates and contextualizes the early emergence of behavioral modernity during the Middle Stone Age (MSA) of southern Africa.
The purpose of this position is to produce detailed reconstructions of the palaeolandscapes surrounding the MSA sites of Blombos Cave and Klipdrift Shelter, and to understand the evolution of these landscapes over time. The project entails extensive fieldwork in South Africa, with a focus on field mapping and sampling of aeolianites and paleosols, together with laboratory-based sedimentological, pedological and geochronological analyses. The ultimate goal of this project is to produce palaeolandscape models which can be used to: a) aid the archaeological interpretation of these important MSA sites and b) link the detailed (geo)archaeological records from within these sites to other data. This will primarily be palaeoenvironmental data produced by other SapienCE researchers via an understanding of climatically induced landscape evolution.
Centro Nacional de Investigación sobre la Evolución Humana - Postdoctoral researcher in mathematical taphonomic modelling (Deadline Mar 13)[]
This project, DEATHREVOL, will be pursued through an interconnected network of researchers from different fields of paleoanthropology, taphonomy, the geosciences and other related disciplines, where some participants will work at the CENIEH and be led directly by the IP, and the rest are external collaborators from different European and American research centers. The overall purpose of this contract is to carry out the research work envisaged as part of the European project “DEATHREVOL” (GA no. 949330), directed at establishing statistical and mathematical models using the technique of machine learning.
The term of this contract shall initially be for two years, though this might be extended for six additional months if the project so requires. The start date is envisaged to be May 1st 2023.
Oslo University - Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (2 positions) - Cultural Heritage Crime (due Mar 13)[]
The Museum of Cultural History (KHM) is seeking competent and highly motivated reserarchers for two positions as Postdoctoral Research Fellow for a period of 3 years starting no later than 1 October 2023. The positions are associated with the CULTcrime research group. The research group's aim is to produce theoretical and applied research to improve management and measures combatting cultural heritage crime.
Postdoctoral fellow 1 will strengthen research into cultural heritage crime in Norway and the Nordic countries. Current issues are the effect of the conservation provisions and antiquities legislation, the extent of violations of these, and how cultural heritage crime affects the protection of loose and fixed cultural heritage, and vice versa. The administration of regulations and enforcement of the submission obligation for the discovery of loose cultural relics when metal detectors are used is a current field of research. The research can be management oriented and/or theoretically oriented.
Postdoctoral fellow 2 will develop research into actors and networks involved in cultural heritage crime, legislation, preventive measures and their effects, and risk profiles for various groups of objects. It is relevant to focus on the background and motives of actors and offenders as well as on criminal incidents and causal relationships and on the research, administrative, and societal consequences of such crime.
Postdoctoral fellow 1 will be organizationally associated with the Archaeological Section (AS). Postdoctoral fellow 2 will be organizationally associated with the Section for Ethnography, Numismatics, Classical Archaeology and University History (SENKU). For both positions, the postdoctoral periode is 3 years, included a 10% component of the position which is devoted to administrative duties within heritage management. The main purpose of postdoctoral research fellowships is to qualify researchers for work in higher academic positions. Both positions will contribute to CULTcrime's research and other activities and thus form part of an interdisciplinary and multi-institutional research group representing archaeology, anthropology, investigative journalism, and social science. In addition to conducting research and presenting its results, the postdocs are expected to contribute to joint activities in the research group. Applicants must state which of the positions they are applying for.
Exeter University - Postdoctoral Research Associate (closes Mar 13)[]
The Department of Archaeology and History wishes to recruit a Postdoctoral Research Associate to support the work of Professor Stephen Rippon (in Archaeology). The successful applicant will undertake research into early medieval settlement and landscape across the South-West of England, along with supporting other members of the team in their work, including managing the project.
The post will include undertaking research (e.g., compiling and analysing datasets), running the project’s GIS, visiting museums across the South West in order photograph objects and take samples for radiocarbon dating, preparing illustrations for publication using the Adobe Suite, and assisting in editing.
Dartmouth College - Guarini Dean’s Postdoctoral Fellowship in Indigenous Archaeology (review begins Mar 15)[]
This fellowship supports scholars whose research explores the archaeology of Indigenous North America. We seek applicants with a demonstrated record of field and lab-based archaeological research, as well as a commitment to engagement with contemporary Indigenous and descendant communities. The fellowship promotes student and faculty diversity at Dartmouth, and throughout higher education, by supporting completion of the doctorate by underrepresented scholars and others with a demonstrated ability to advance educational diversity and inclusivity. Applicants will be selected on the basis of their academic achievement, promise in research and teaching, and demonstrated commitment to addressing underrepresentation in higher education.
This is a two-year residential fellowship, with one course taught in the second year. Fellows receive an annual stipend of approximately $57,960 plus benefits, $2500 for moving expenses, and an allocation for research expenses (exact funding levels will be set at the time of offer).
Please provide the following materials electronically via Interfolio:
- Research statement outlining completed research (including dissertation), work in progress, and plans for publication
- Teaching statement outlining past and future teaching interests
- Fellowship program statement describing your motivations to join a multidisciplinary cohort
- Curriculum vitae, including the names and contact information for three references
Cambridge University - Senior Assistant Curator in Anthropology (closes Mar 15)[]
The Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology seeks to appoint a Senior Assistant Curator in Anthropology, to start on 1 October 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Applications are welcome from research-active anthropologists with museum experience.
The appointee will contribute to the work of an internationally-respected, dynamic research museum, in particular to the care, documentation and exhibition of the Museum's extensive world cultures collections. Alongside colleagues, he or she will help make the collections accessible to researchers, students, public audiences and communities internationally, and will be expected to supervise staff, volunteers and students, contribute to Museum administration and programmes, and to University teaching. The appointee should also anticipate making a substantial contribution to a major programme of research and engagement towards the redisplay of world cultures across the Museum.
Candidates should hold a PhD in anthropology or a related subject. Preference may be given to candidates with a research focus in Oceania or Africa. Candidates should have experience of research in a museum context, curatorial work and public engagement. Teaching experience in anthropology or a related subject, and involvement in exhibition development are highly desirable.
Applications should include a personal statement, not exceeding three A4 pages, a curriculum vitae and a list of publications. Candidates are also asked to identify one article-length piece of work, published or in press, which they would like the Appointments Committee to read.
Copenhagen University - Postdoctoral Associate in Ancient Mediterranean Studies (closes Mar 15)[]
The Faculty of Theology, University of Copenhagen, in affiliation with the UCPH School of Archaeology, seeks applications for a three-year postdoctoral associate position, as a team member within the research project, “Materiality of Incarceration in Mediterranean Antiquity” (MIMA), funded by the Carlsberg Foundation (the Semper Ardens: Accelerate program; PI: Matthew Larsen). The position is available from 1 September 2023.
An ideal candidate will be a highly talented researcher, with expertise in study of the material culture of societies of the ancient Mediterranean basin, with a proven track record of research and publication, who ideally comes with a background in some combination archaeology, 3D modeling technologies, and expertise in (or demonstrable interest in studying) incarceration in contexts of the ancient Mediterranean basin.
University of Arizona - Postdoctoral Research Associate (priority for applications before Mar 15)[]
The School of Information seeks a postdoctoral research associate to conduct interdisciplinary research on, and contribute to the development of, Earth and biodiversity science infrastructures. The postdoc will work in collaboration with Dr. Andrea Thomer and contribute to two NSF-funded projects: the Past Biodiversity Change Research Coordination Network, and the Internet of Samples (iSamples) cyberinfrastructure project. Both projects aim to make data related to collections-based sciences more open, accessible and reusable. The postdoc will lead research on the current informatics landscape in these areas and on the data practices of the scientists who will use and deposit data in these infrastructures. This position will be highly interdisciplinary; the ideal candidate will have a strong grounding in either information science OR a collections-based science (e.g. archaeology, paleontology, global change biology, earth science) but have interest (or even experience) in the other fields. This is a year-to-year appointment, contingent upon funding and performance.
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University of Leeds - Lecturer (Teaching & Research) in Ancient History and Curatorial Advisor (Numismatics) PART-TIME (closes Mar 15)[]
As a Lecturer in Ancient History and Culture, you will carry out teaching and research that contributes to our existing strengths in Classics and in the School more broadly. You will teach across our undergraduate and postgraduate curricula, with a particular focus on Ancient History and Numismatics You will also pursue a research agenda that builds on your achievements to date and that contributes to the School’s reputation for high quality and innovative research. You will be expected to contribute to the effective management of the School, Faculty and wider University by undertaking appropriate administrative duties.
The role will be shared equally between the School of Languages, Cultures and Societies, and the University of Leeds Libraries. In the library the position will be Curatorial Advisor (Numismatics Collection).
You will have a PhD in Ancient History and Numismatics or a cognate field, and relevant teaching experience at undergraduate and taught postgraduate level.
Cambridge University - Senior Research Associate in the Landscape Archaeology of the Fenland Region (closes Mar 17)[]
The McDonald Institute for Archaeological Research in collaboration with the Department of Archaeology and the Cambridge Archaeological Unit seeks to appoint a Senior Research Associate (Grade 9, 0.5 FTE) for three years to play a leading role in the development of a major new strategic research initiative exploring the long-term cultural and environmental history and archaeology of the Fenland region. The candidate will be expected to hold broad experience of leading field archaeology in the UK or elsewhere, and general familiarity working with a wide range of archaeological data, periods and methods including archaeological and historical approaches to landscapes, stratified excavations, dating, multiple classes of artefact and a range of palaeoenvironmental data.
Cambridge University - Senior Research Associate in the Palaeoecology of the Fenland Region (due Mar 17)[]
The McDonald Institute for Archaeological Research in collaboration with the Department of Archaeology and the Cambridge Archaeological Unit seeks to appoint a Senior Research Associate (Grade 9, 0.5 FTE) for three years to play a leading role in the development of a major new strategic research initiative exploring the long-term cultural and environmental history and archaeology of the Fenland region. Supported by a senior leadership team, the successful candidate will be expected to collaborate in shaping the project's aims, strategy and methods and to manage aspects of the project. The candidate will be expected to hold broad experience of leading field archaeology in wetlands preferably in the Fenland region or elsewhere in the UK. They must hold a general familiarity with a wide range of archaeological data, periods and methods including ecological approaches to landscapes, stratified excavations, dating, multiple classes of artefact and particularly a range of palaeoenvironmental data. The successful candidate will manage project members and lead on the collation, synthesis and analysis of a wide range of wetland palaeoenvironmental data. They must hold experience of working with diverse human-environment records including those from zooarchaeology, archaeobotany, palynology, geoarchaeology and palaeohydrology, with primary expertise in one or more of these.
Università degli Studi di Macerata - Researcher From Picenum to the Marca. Contribution to the history of the Marche landscape in the light of ancient legal and gromatic sources and epigraphic evidence (closes Mar 18)[]
To catalogue, examine and interpret, in an exhaustive and up-to-date manner, the legal and gromatic sources and epigraphic evicence (cippus, inscriptions with references to communities and magistrates, traces of agrarian divisions from the Roman period and later ...) relating to the history of the Picenum landscape and thus provide the basis for a reconsideration of the process of Romanisation of the Marche and the subsequent, slow settlement of an area that substantially coincides with the current regional borders.
Griffith University - Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Archaeological Sciences (due Mar 19)[]
The Postdoctoral Research Fellow is part of Professor Tanya Smith's Australian Research Council (ARC) Future Fellowship team - a collaborative international group of archaeologists, biological anthropologists, and geochemists, and will work as part of the ARC Future Fellowship Project “Illuminating behavioural and environmental influences on human development”.
This role will conduct research and contribute to the development of publications, presentations and research reports, while also advancing their own career development through independent scholarship. The postholder will be required to undertake essential research administration tasks, including overseeing aspects of the hard tissue histology and microscopy laboratories, as well as monitoring student use.
The team is looking to add complementary strengths; ideally the successful candidate will have demonstrated significant experience in trace metal or oxygen isotope analyses of biominerals, but we will consider candidates with research experience and publications in archaeochemistry or earth science.
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Australian National University - Postdoctoral Research Fellow on ‘Rediscovering the Deep Human Past: Global Networks, Future Opportunities’ (due Mar 19)[]
he School of History is seeking a highly capable and self-motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to work on the 2017 Kathleen Fitzpatrick Australian Laureate Fellowship for research on ‘Rediscovering the Deep Human Past: Global Networks, Future Opportunities’. This project is in its sixth year and has established the Research Centre for Deep History. The Centre is an Australian-based international consortium in partnership with Harvard and Cambridge centres, making a significant impact on global scholarship. The appointee will be located in the School of History within RSSS.
This project aims to transform the scale and scope of history. Australia’s epic Indigenous narratives will be analysed alongside relevant new scientific evidence, to create new approaches to the history of Greater Australia/Sahul. Fresh periodisations and understandings will reorient this history in its wider global context. Critiquing the evolution of disciplines, especially the world history/prehistory divide and the Cambridge training nexus, we will develop future-oriented transdisciplinary techniques for researching the deep human past, including digital humanities. A key outcome of the project will be a website showcasing these studies.
The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will develop community relationships, work in the repatriation of cultural materials, follow up and progress community liaison arrangements and workshops, and develop and coordinate thematic National and International Symposia and publications. The Fellow will be required to develop a research program, work with the PhD students and organise new skills programs. Travel is a requirement of the position, as are skills or an interest in developing skills in digital humanities.
Hamilton College - Visiting Assistant Professor of History (due Mar 20)[]
The History Department at Hamilton College invites applications for a one-year position at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor, beginning July 1, 2023. We seek candidates to teach courses on Late Antiquity and Early Medieval Histories. We are especially interested in candidates whose teaching and research explore cross-cultural, interconnected histories of Europe and the wider Mediterranean, including Byzantium, North Africa, the Near East, or the Carolingian Empire. We are receptive to interdisciplinary methodologies, including historical archaeology, manuscript/book studies, or gender/LGTBQ studies. Candidates should be prepared to teach a lower-division, writing-intensive course, History 160: The Global Middle Ages and to participate in the college’s Medieval and Renaissance Studies Program. We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate their experience in teaching or working with diverse student populations. Your cover letter should address ways in which you raise issues of diversity and inclusion in your teaching, scholarship, and/or service.
Cambridge - Research Assistant position in African Heritage Remote Sensing and GIS (due Mar 20)[]
The McDonald Institute for Archaeological Research invites applications for a fixed-term, full-time Research Assistant to work within the international multi-partner research project Mapping Africa's Endangered Archaeological Sites and Monuments (MAEASaM) https://maeasam.org/about/ The project is generously supported by Arcadia - a charitable fund of Lisbet Rausing and Peter Baldwin (https://www.arcadiafund.org.uk/).
Key tasks will include: the identification of archaeological sites and monuments through the use of remote sensing analyses and desk-based research on existing site registered and from published and grey literature; the creation of digital records of these sites and monuments following a standardised format; the identification of past, present and potential future threats to the integrity of these sites; assisting with field visits to ground-truth features identified using remote sensing; assisting in-country partners with the development of enhanced monitoring and protection measures in the target countries and; assisting with the dissemination of project information via social media. The geographical scope of the work will possibly encompass all countries in the project (see below for a complete list) with a focus in Eastern Africa. The post may involve travel to one of the project countries. For a detailed description of tasks, please see the 'Further Particulars' document.
Applicants must hold a MSc/MA/MPhil degree in archaeology, geography, heritage studies or a related field with relevant experience in and knowledge of African archaeology and/or heritage management. Experience in computational and/or digital approaches in archaeology, in remote sensing, and GIS (ideally QGIS, and/or ArcGIS) and experience in archaeological field documentation and archaeological survey techniques, especially image interpretation, ideally within sub-Saharan Africa are essential. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write good English text for publication, present research proposals and results, and represent the research group at meetings and excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability of working efficiently in a diverse team are required alongside experience with the use of digital and social media communications channels and website content management systems (CMS). Knowledge of written and spoken Amharic, French, Arabic and/or Kiswahili will be an advantage.
Natural History Museum, London - Vacancy for Curator, Calleva Fossil Mammals (due Mar 20)[]
Embedded within the Vertebrates & Anthropology Curatorial Division, this is a fixed term full-time position of Curator, Calleva Fossil Mammals with an end date of 31 August 2025. The Curator will work closely with Fossil Mammals Curators, Principal Curator in Charge of Fossil Vertebrates & Anthropology and researchers in the Centre for Human Evolution Research (CHER) to support Calleva research projects while ensuring best practice in collections management and care. The post will support the activities of the CHER by assisting with collections access, undertaking due diligence checks, cataloguing and digitisation of collections using spreadsheets and the Collections Management System and performing literature searches as well as supporting public engagement activities where required as part of Calleva research projects. This is an important opportunity to support best practice and to work with Fossil Mammals collections in a world-renowned institution with a unique scientific mission and public profile.
Applications are open to candidates in the field of Palaeontology, or Archaeozoology or Zoology, with expertise in an area relevant to mammalian and/or archaeozoological remains.
University College London - Research Fellow in Translational Heritage Science (closes Mar 20)[]
The postholder will contribute to the creation of evaluation methods that integrate the estimation of collection lifetimes using damage functions with other methods of economic valuation, as part of a collaborative research project. The postholder will also support project management, dissemination, and promotion activities in the frame of the ERIHS-IP project (European Research Infrastructure for Heritage Science – Implementation Phase), contributing to the creation of a training plan and a quality framework.
Brandeis University - Madeleine Haas Russell Postdoctoral Fellow in Climate Crisis, Risks, and Responses (deadline extended to Mar 21)[]
The Brandeis University Latin American, Caribbean and Latinx Studies and Environmental Studies invites applications for the Madeleine Haas Russell Postdoctoral Fellow in Climate Crisis, Risks, and Responses. This is a two-year position, beginning Fall term 2023 and is subject to budgetary approval. The Fellow will be based in two undergraduate programs at Brandeis: Latin American, Caribbean and Latinx Studies and Environmental Studies, and will be expected to teach 2 courses per academic year and offer 1 academic lecture to the campus community during their time at Brandeis.
Candidates must have a PhD in a relevant discipline in the Humanities or Social Sciences by the beginning of the appointment.
We seek a scholar whose work focuses on the effects of climate change and/or responses to them, in Latin America, the Caribbean or for Latinx groups in the United States. Topics could include climate science, broadly construed, in Latin America and the Caribbean; environmental and climate justice in the region and in the diaspora; green/climate-extractivism; effects of climate risks, such as migration, political conflict, health, and poverty; risks and burdens of maladaptation; responses of indigenous and Afrodescendant groups to climate change and their active engagement in the processes of policymaking and development of climate action; and Latinax climate movements. We are open to multiple disciplines and quantitative, qualitative or mixed methodologies.
Applicants should submit materials below here: academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/24255 1) a cover letter of no more than three pages including descriptions of research, teaching experience and philosophy, and approaches to supporting diversity in the classroom; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3.) an article-length writing sample (may be a published article or chapter, or a chapter of the dissertation); 4) names and contact information for three referees.
Application deadline has been extended to March 21, 2023. Please contact committee chair Elizabeth Ferry (ferry@brandeis.edu) with any questions.
University of Vienna - University Assistant (post doc) at the Department of Evolutionary Anthropology (due Mar 21)[]
The Department of Evolutionary Anthropology, University of Vienna is offering a 4-year postdoctoral position in ancient DNA genomics in the research group of Prof. Ron Pinhasi.
We are seeking capable candidates with a strong background in ancient DNA lab work and sequence analysis who can contribute significantly to the development of new computational tools, and the analyses of ancient DNA genomic data.
The researchers will be part of Pinhasi’s team and the new ancient DNA laboratory complex. They should have an excellent publication record and preferably a track record of awards/scholarships/external grants.
Flinders University - Lecturer in Archaeological Science (due Mar 22)[]
We are seeking a Lecturer in Archaeological Science to join our talented academic staff in the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences at Flinders University.
The Lecturer in Archaeological Science will deliver undergraduate and/or postgraduate teaching in Archaeological Science and undertake quality research as part of Associate Professor Ian Moffat’s Future Fellowship project "Dead Heart Beating? Landscape, Climate and People in Desert Australia". The Lecturer in Archaeological Science will make an important contribution to this project by undertaking research in palaeobotany, isotope geochemistry and/or remote sensing.
This research project will undertake the first detailed investigation of the archaeology, landscape history and paleoenvironment of dryland lakes in the Simpson, Strzelecki and Stuart Stony Deserts in Central Australia. Using cutting edge methods, the project expects to discover new archaeological sites, provide a new climate record for inland Australia, and develop innovative new analytical and field techniques. Expected benefits also include the development of new cutting-edge methodologies for the investigation of Australian desert landscapes, comprehensive baseline data of how this region has evolved prior to European colonization and resolving why no Pleistocene aged archaeological sites have been found in the region.
CNRS - Archaeozoologist specializing in the study of prehistoric butchery practices and ontological issues (closes Mar 23)[]
The post-doctoral project will be integrated into the OccitAnimaux project (coord. S. Costamagno, A. Gardeisen and A.-M. Moigne) "Les pratiques de boucherie: mieux comprendre les relations entre les humains et les autres animaux dans le passé" (Butchery practices: better understanding the relations between humans and other animals in the past), which aims to federate the community of archaeozoologists in Occitania around this common problem. The post-doctoral project aims to explore butchery practices beyond the mere survival economy, in the framework of a diachronic archaeozoological investigation carried out on two privileged study laboratories in the current territory of Occitania: the Magdalenian and the protohistory, through in particular the Bronze Age and the Iron Age. Butchery practices will be studied both in their daily dimension and in particular contexts such as deep decorated caves for the Magdalenian, intentional deposits of carcasses or episodes of war for the protohistory. Research on the ritualized and/or symbolic aspects of butchery practices is little developed in Paleolithic archaeozoology, which has been built up as the specialty in charge of providing information related to the "economic-nutritional" status of the animal. For more recent periods, the ritual nature of certain exceptional butchery practices is not in doubt, but these aspects are rarely questioned in a domestic context and the place of wildlife is relatively little discussed.
University of Calgary - Conservation Technician, Libraries and Cultural Resources (due Mar 23)[]
The Archives and Special Collections in Libraries and Cultural Resources invites applications for a Conservation Technician. This Full-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 12 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.
Reporting to the Manager Archival Processing, Archives and Special Collections, the Conservation Technician provides treatments of all levels of complexity for the Glenbow collection, including textual records, books, maps, glass plate negatives, daguerreo/ambro/tintypes, prints and negatives. Position includes evaluating and working with materials that may be contaminated with dust, mould or other contaminants, and the repair, cleaning, and rehousing of records and books for access.
This position requires collaboration, innovation, and partnership building skills. The work requires the management of competing interests and deadlines and the ability to effectively manage multiple projects with shifting priorities. High volume and variety of work demands, many of which are driven by internally and externally imposed deadlines and requirements, can be expected. This position requires vigilance of the work environment and surroundings to prevent unnecessary exposure to contaminants. Lifting of document boxes and manipulating large items is a necessary part of the position.
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The postdoctoral researcher will be responsible for collecting paleoclimatic and paleoenvironmental records from different repositories (ex: Pangea, NOAA, ISOARCH and Neotoma) and formatting them into an electronic database. He/She will benefit from data mining algorithms and databases already developed at CEREGE as well as fauna databases developed at LAMPEA. The calibrations of certain paleoclimatic indicators will be updated with innovative methods to take into account the uncertainties in the reconstructions. Chronologies will also be updated. The result will be a georeferenced database of high resolution paleoenvironmental indicators from different types of archives in Europe. Then, the new chronometric data generated within the framework of NeHos will be integrated into the database. Spatio-temporal analyzes will then be carried out at the local, regional, and continental scale using state-of-the-art statistical methods.
Leiden University - Postdoctoral Researcher in Ancient Near Eastern Studies (closes Mar 24)[]
The Faculty of Humanities at Leiden University invites applications for a fulltime postdoctoral researcher in ancient Near Eastern Studies.
The Netherlands Institute for the Near East (NINO) is pleased to offer a two-year postdoctoral fellowship hosted at Leiden University. This initiative is designed to foster early-career researchers specializing in the study of the ancient Near East. The fellowship comes with full-time employment at the Faculty of Humanities at Leiden University and with access to facilities at NINO (office space, computer, libraries and collections). The fellow is expected to reside in or near Leiden during the time of appointment and to participate in the intellectual life of the Institute. All applicants, but especially those with interdisciplinary research profiles beyond the Humanities, are encouraged to seek additional affiliation to relevant researchers or research groups in the Netherlands (Leiden or elsewhere).
The fellowship is aimed at candidates of any nationality who completed their doctorate (PhD) within the last four years and who have proven their potential to conduct and publish research at an international level. This year, we invite applications of researchers who work in the field of Egyptology.
During the fellowship, the successful candidate will work on their own research. They will design and teach a graduate course on “Methods and Concepts in ancient Near Eastern Studies”, which is offered at a national level to advanced students from a wide range of disciplinary backgrounds, including ancient Near Eastern Archaeology and History, Assyriology, Classics, Egyptology, Hittitology and Coptic Studies. In their second year, the fellow will convene an international academic conference on a topic relevant to their own research, taking into consideration the research interests represented at the NINO and/or other institutes and universities in the Netherlands. The proceedings of this conference will be published after peer-review in one of NINO’s book series.
Yale University - Postdoctoral/Postgraduate position: Research/program development on Assyrian stone reliefs (closes Mar 24)[]
The Technical Studies Laboratory of the Yale Institute for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage (IPCH) is seeking applicants for a one-year position at the postdoctoral or the postgraduate associate level, supported by a grant from the Avangrid Foundation. The appointee will carry out a project with two overlapping objectives: research on the polychrome color schema of Assyrian stone reliefs and developing educational materials about polychromy and pigment analysis for use by the Yale Peabody Museum in gallery interpretation and programming. Desired Skills & Related Activities:
- Experience with imaging and instrumental analysis techniques used to identify pigments and colorants. Ability to collect and analyze data using methods including in-situ x-ray fluorescence spectroscopy and Raman spectroscopy as well as sample-based techniques (FTIR, SEM-EDS, etc.).
- Ability to engage with scholarship on the cultural history of Assyrian art (applicants do not need to be experts in Assyrian history) and current research into ancient polychromy. Connect with curators, conservators, and scientists at other institutions to learn about and incorporate their findings into this study.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary and cross-institutional setting involving scientists, cultural historians, museum programming and outreach specialists, as well as a wide range of supporting departments.
- Demonstrated robust verbal and written communication skills. The selected candidate will communicate scientific findings to audiences ranging from specialists to the public. Modalities may include written analytical reports; gallery content in the form of graphic representations of polychromy and written description of analysis processes for museum audiences; in-person engagement with high-school student participants in the Yale Peabody Museum’s EVO program; written and visual website and social media content.
- Organizational skills needed for project management.
University of Groningen - POSTDOC POSITION IN THE CLASSICAL ROOTS OF (EARLY) MODERN COLONIZATION (due Mar 28)[]
The postdoc project is expected to employ an intellectual history perspective on the ideologies and practices that shaped Dutch colonization in the East (e.g., modern-day Indonesia) and/or the West (New Netherlands/ Brazil, Caribbean etc.). Particular attention is devoted to the role of classical (i.e., ancient Greek and Roman) discourses and themes that influenced colonial policy makers and communities in shaping their settlements and their relations with their mother-city and the surrounding communities. The postdoc project takes a broad/conceptual/ critical approach to the influence of classical ideology and texts in (early) modern colonization by the Dutch.
University of Helsinki - Laboratory Coordinator in Archaeology (due Mar 28)[]
The laboratory coordinator in archaeology is responsible for organising laboratory operations and contributing to the instructions for fieldwork and laboratory equipment in archaeology. The coordinator will participate in preparing and conducting fieldwork and post-excavation work (including training excavations and inventories) as well as managing the archaeological resources and collections of the discipline. The position covers a fixed term from 1 August 2023 to 31 December 2024.
The duties of the laboratory coordinator include supporting archaeology teachers, researchers and students in laboratory operations and instructing on the use of research tools and archaeological laboratory practice. Also among the coordinator’s essential duties are the development of laboratory operations and collaboration with partners within and outside the University of Helsinki to increase opportunities for use of the laboratory. The appointee will acquire equipment and any additional resources required and help plan and implement extensive projects for the development of research activities and equipment.
Additionally, the appointee will be responsible for hazardous waste and vehicles, supervise the safe use of chemicals and X-ray equipment, and ensure general occupational safety in the laboratory in accordance with agreed practices and guidelines. The coordinator will also be responsible for arranging maintenance for archaeological equipment. If possible, the laboratory coordinator may participate in the discipline’s research projects by providing analyses and reports commensurate with their skills.
Harvard - College Fellow in Human Evolutionary Biology (due Mar 28)[]
The Department of Human Evolutionary Biology seeks applications for a College Fellow in Human Evolutionary Biology, specializing in any relevant area of the discipline. We are especially interested in scholars with expertise in fields such as human and /or non-human primate and behavior and ecology, reproductive biology, and life history theory.
The appointment is expected to begin on July 1, 2023. The College Fellow will have teaching responsibilities, with 25 percent of the appointment reserved for the Fellow’s own research. Teaching duties will include teaching three courses or their equivalents. This will likely involve some combination of a lecture course, undergraduate seminar, one or more sections of sophomore tutorial, and section teaching in a department foundation course. The Fellow might also advise and evaluate senior honors theses and perform other duties as required.
The appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal for a second year, contingent on performance, position availability, curricular need, and divisional dean authorization.
University of Bristol - A.G. Leventis Postdoctoral Fellowship in Ancient Greek Studies (due Mar 29)[]
The A.G. Leventis Fellowship in Ancient Greek Studies, tenable for three years, is awarded for the pursuit of an advanced research project in ancient Greek studies leading to publication. The project may relate to any area of ancient Greek studies, including reception. The Fellowship is an early career development post that offers an extended period of time in which to develop an ambitious research project while gaining some experience in teaching and participating in outreach activities. The post-holder will be a member of the Department of Classics and Ancient History at the University of Bristol and a committee member of the Insitute for Greece, Rome, and the Classical Tradition, and will also be affiliated with the Bristol Classics Hub.
University of Southampton - Research Fellow in Digital Humanities (due Mar 29)[]
The University of Southampton is seeking to appoint a Research Fellow to work on the AHRC funded project ‘Beyond Notability: Re-evaluating Women's Work in Archaeology, History and Heritage, 1870 – 1950’. The project seeks to transform understandings of women's work in archaeology, history and heritage in the 19th and 20th centuries using inclusive cataloguing and linked open data (LOD) to unlock and share these histories. It is focused on archives held at the Society of Antiquaries of London (SAL), which from its foundation in 1707 was a hub for archaeological, historical and heritage research.
You will become part of a team of dedicated researchers at the Southampton Digital Humanities and the Institute for Classical Studies, University of London. You will have a PhD or equivalent qualifications and experience in Digital Humanities, Data Science, or a related subject area. You will lead in investigating the potential of innovative and experimental data analysis and visualisation to produce new interpretations of complex historical biographical data. You will bring expertise in data analysis and visualisation, and contribute to the ‘Beyond Notability’ project’s objective of generating new insights into large-scale, longitudinal changes in the nature of women’s archaeological, historical, and heritage work. You will present project findings effectively to academic and non-academic audiences. We would be particularly interested in candidates who are active researchers in linked open data, interactive data analysis, inclusive and/or justice-oriented approaches to data presentation, and/or advancing data visualisation in a humanities context.
Hong Kong University - Fixed Term Research Assistant Professor (due Mar 30)[]
Applications are invited for appointment as Research Assistant Professor in Early Chinese History and Archaeology at the Hong Kong Institute for the Humanities and Social Sciences (Ref.: 519605), to commence as soon as possible, on a two-year fixed-term basis, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.
The appointee will join the Quantitative History Cluster led by Professor Zhiwu Chen at the Institute. The Cluster explores the historical roots of China’s development in the prehistoric and historic periods. Drawing on historical archives and statistical tools, quantitative history is a rising interdisciplinary research area that links history to other disciplines such as economics, finance, sociology, political science, archaeology, and earth science.
Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree with research experience in early Chinese history, Chinese archaeology, bioarchaeology, or quantitative history areas. They should demonstrate both the ability to work across disciplines and leadership skills in managing a team to drive forward new research initiatives. They should have a strong track record of high-quality research, plus the ability to reach out to international scholars in related fields and promote quantitative archaeology and early Chinese history research. Research experience in biometrics based on excavated material remains with journal publications would be an advantage.
The appointee will work on the projects of the Quantitative History Cluster. He/She will be expected to conduct research and prepare research programs, grant proposals, publications and reports, and to organize academic activities. There will be opportunities for participation in teaching programs. Inquiries about the post can be sent to [[14]].
University of York - Postdoctoral Research Associate (Anthropocene encounters) (closes Mar 30)[]
This fixed term, full time Postdoctoral Research Associate position is linked to an International Leverhulme Professorship awarded to Professor Emma Waterton. This grant has established the new Heritage for Global Challenges Research Centre for which we are now seeking an enthusiastic Postdoctoral Research Associate. The successful applicant will work closely with Professor Waterton to co-design and co-lead research activities that connect with the theme of “Anthropocene Encounters”. They will design and carry out research, including data collection/analysis and disseminating results. The successful applicant will also co-create an exhibition that disseminates the Centre’s research findings to a general audience. The specifics of the successful applicant’s research focus will be open for discussion once in post. Applicants invited to interview will therefore be asked to propose a program of research that connects with the overarching theme of “Anthropocene Encounters”. Applicants with a developing research profile in a relevant theoretical framework (i.e environmental humanities, naturecultures, contemporary archaeology, Critical Indigenous Studies, geophilosophy, environmental history etc.) are encouraged to apply.
University of York - Postdoctoral Research Associate (materialities and mobilities) (closes Mar 30)[]
This fixed term, full time Postdoctoral Research Associate position is linked to an International Leverhulme Professorship awarded to Professor Emma Waterton. This grant has established the new Heritage for Global Challenges Research Centre for which we are now seeking an enthusiastic Postdoctoral Research Associate. The successful applicant will work closely with Professor Waterton to co-design and co-lead research activities that connect with the theme of “Materialities and Mobilities”. They will design and carry out research, including data collection/analysis and disseminating results. The successful applicant will also co-create an exhibition that disseminates the Centre’s research findings to a general audience. The specifics of the successful applicant’s research focus will be open for discussion once in post. Applicants invited to interview will therefore be asked to propose a program of research that connects with the overarching theme of “Materialities and Mobilities”. Applicants with a developing research profile in a relevant theoretical framework (i.e assemblage theory, new mobilities, posthumanities, ANT, more-than-human geographies etc.) are encouraged to apply.
Durham University - Fixed Term Lecturer in Human Bioarchaeology (closes Mar 31)[]
We seek to complement and enhance our strengths in human bioarchaeology and forensic anthropology by appointing a talented individual to the fixed term role of Lecturer in Human Bioarchaeology. We welcome applications from those with research and teaching interests in the fields of Human Bioarchaeology, Palaeopathology, and with some experience teaching topics related to Forensic Archaeology and/or Anthropology. They will contribute to our MSc Human Bioarchaeology and Palaeopathology and MSc Forensic Archaeology and Anthropology programmes as well as our undergraduate teaching in these areas. The candidate will explore the potential for CPD courses, both in person and online, as well as contribute to the recruitment and supervision of PhD students working in the field of Human Bioarchaeology. It is expected they will also lead on grant-funded projects and complete high quality publications. We seek to appoint a candidate who will teach our students to an exceptional standard and work closely with existing staff working in related areas, such as isotopic studies and DNA research. The successful candidate will be expected to engage fully in the services, citizenship and values of the University. The University provides a working and teaching environment which is inclusive and welcoming and where we strive to treat everyone fairly with dignity and respect. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate these key principles as part of the assessment process.
Hamilton College - Visiting Assistant Professor of Anthropology (Archaeology) (review begins Mar 31)[]
The Anthropology Department at Hamilton College invites applications for a one-year position at the rank of Visiting Instructor or Visiting Assistant Professor, beginning July 1, 2023. We seek candidates with a specialization in archaeology and general ability to teach biological anthropology, and whose research and teaching broadly reflect training in archaeological science. We expect candidates to be able to offer introduction to archaeology (with 20% biological anthropology), a course on the Archaeology of Food and/or North American Archaeology, and participate in the senior program. Area of specialty and geographic focus is open.
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Invitation for Zoom interview (3/14)
Indiana University - Robert E. and Avis Tarrant Burke Postdoctoral Fellow in Ancient and Indigenous Art of the Americas (review begins Mar 31)[]
The Department of Art History at Indiana University, Bloomington (https://arthistory.indiana.edu/) invites applications for the Robert E. and Avis Tarrant Burke Postdoctoral Fellowship in Ancient and Indigenous Art of the Americas to begin in August 2023. The duration of the fellowship is one year. We welcome applications from early career scholars specializing in the art, architecture, archaeology and/or material culture of the ancient and indigenous peoples of North, Central, and/or South America, including the Caribbean. Eligible candidates will have received their Ph.D. degree within 7 years of the position’s start date. The Burke Postdoctoral Fellowship provides an exciting opportunity to conduct research, teach, and engage in professional development at a research institution that includes the Eskenazi Museum of Art and the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology. We seek a dynamic and original thinker who is committed to excellence in scholarship and is well-suited to teaching an introductory survey and an upper-level course for undergraduate and graduate students. The teaching load is one course per semester. Applicants should submit a cover letter that includes a detailed description of their research program and teaching philosophy; a CV; a 20-30 page writing sample; and a one-page statement on how they would foster diversity, equity and inclusion in research and teaching. Applicants should also arrange for the submission of three letters of recommendation. Applications should be submitted online at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/16037. Review of applications will begin on March 31, 2023. Queries about the position can be sent to Julie Van Voorhis (julvanvo@indiana.edu).
Radboud University - Postdoctoral Researcher: Archaeology of Roman Failure (due Mar 31)[]
Are you a Roman archaeologist passionate about marrying empirical detail to large-scale socioeconomic questions? The Roman Archaeology expertise group at the Radboud Institute for Culture and History is looking for a postdoctoral researcher to work closely with the group's Chair on developing a project on Roman failure. You will collect and analyse archaeological data to investigate what happened when investments did not pay off as expected.
In this position for two years you will contribute to a larger developing project that aims to take a case study-based approach to investigate the causes of and responses to failure in the Late Republican and Early Imperial Roman world. Failure is here defined as instances when risk caught up with plans. The Roman world was a high-risk environment, but this risk and its consequences were not equally distributed. A focus on failure favours socioeconomic processes of boom and bust at the expense of narratives of smooth growth and success. Overarching questions include whether failure was tied to a particular vision of the future; how failure intersects with precarity and privilege (who could fail; who could bounce back; who was marked as a failure); and whether and when failure triggered increased investment and fuelled growth.
As a postdoctoral researcher, you will collect data from published and unpublished excavation reports of Late Republican and Early Imperial Roman sites with evidence of investments that were abandoned, short-lived, or reoriented. These might include settlements, agricultural installations, infrastructure, or crafts and industries. Preference will be given to projects focusing on Roman Italy, but proposals on other areas of the Roman Empire will also be considered. You will build a database cross-referenced with a GIS platform in order to detect chronological, spatial, and organisational patterns, and carry out quantitative and/or qualitative analyses responding to some of the overarching questions as set out above.
Austrian Academy of Sciences - Postdoc in Prehistoric Archaeology (due Mar 31)[]
The successful candidate will be part of Katharina Rebay-Salisbury’s research group “Prehistoric Identities”. The research group embarks on a new way of identity research that discusses contextual information on equal footing with bioarchaeological data. “Prehistoric Identities” emerge from the interaction between humans, animals, plants, material culture and landscapes. Current research topics are sex and gender, kinship, marriage patterns and genetic inheritance, as well as foodways, mobility, migration and the experience of being foreign. Case studies from Austria and neighbouring countries form the foundation of a contextualization of these themes within European prehistory
University of the West of England, Bristol - Research Associate in Geomorphology (due Mar 31)[]
This is an amazing opportunity to work with a large interdisciplinary team supporting safeguarding of heritage under strain from climate change and conflict. The Partnership for Heritage and Heritage in the Crossfire teams, funded by the British Council, use a combination of geomorphological and archaeological techniques to identify and quantify environmental and human threads to the Amazigh heritage in the Jebel Nafusa and Tatouine region.
As the expert on environmental change in semi-arid environments, you will be responsible for mapping and quantification of geomorphological processes related to climate change. This includes substantial autonomy in developing an overarching environmental research strategy for the region, and the design and remote supervision of appropriate smaller-scale research projects for the project’s Libyan and Tunisian trainees.
You are therefore expected to contribute to in situ training in Tataouine, specifically focussed on geomorphological field methods for climate change assessment. You are also required to carry out geomorphological fieldwork within the Tataouine region to produce GIS-based climate change risk maps, to be integrated with long-term heritage conservation strategies and will be working closely with the intangible heritage team to develop new interdisciplinary approaches to qualitative and quantitative long-term risk assessment for heritage in this semi-arid region.
Aarhus University - Two-year postdoc on Macroecological isotopic perspectives on past novel ecosystem dynamics (deadline Apr 1)[]
This postdoc project will be part of the ECONOVO research theme 1: Diversity Dynamics, focused on understanding biodiversity dynamics in novel ecosystems (NEs) past and present. This position is focused on isotopic niche dynamics of selected terrestrial megafauna during the Late Glacial and Early Holocene in Europe and/or Africa. The aim of this project will be first to collate relevant stable isotopic data from the literature and available databases, and then model megafaunal isotopic niche spaces comparatively and in relation to background environmental variables and key markers of ecosystem novelty, as inferred from published proxy records and/or models. The postdoc is expected to lead a systematic compilation of published stable isotope values for relevant terrestrial megafauna and to use existing modelling tools (e.g., rKIN, SIBER, nicheROVER) to assess dietary niche breadth and stability across time and space. Further, dietary niches should then be assessed in relation to the pace and nature of ecosystem novelty during these periods. Finally, the postdoc is expected to contribute ideas and concepts to the project and lead at least two high-quality papers in this research area. It is also expected that the postdoc contributes to the project’s public outreach and teaching, as well as collaborating with other team members, including students, sharing skills, and helping solve problems in her/his area of expertise.
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Email notification that shortlist has been created (May 1)
Cleveland Museum of Natural History - Collections Manager of Archaeology and Cultural Anthropology (review begins Apr 1)[]
The Cleveland Museum of Natural History invites applications for the position of Collections Manager (CM) of Archaeology and Cultural Anthropology. The Museum is searching for a highly-motivated individual to work within the Museum’s Archaeology and Cultural Anthropology collections. The successful candidate will also serve as liaison to Native American tribal groups and Native Hawaiian organizations in regard to NAGPRA compliance. The CM will oversee the maintenance, organization, and development of these collection areas and work in collaboration with the curatorial staff to advance mutual interests pertaining to the collections’ advancement, growth, and accessibility. The CM will work in collaboration with other collections management staff to develop collaborative efforts to secure and advance the institutional collections through methodological development and external funding. The CM will contribute to the fiscal year operations budget for the collection area by working with the Director of Collections through the annual budgeting process. The CM will oversee collections assistant staff and work with volunteers to complete strategic priorities for the collections.
Preferred qualifications:
- Master’s degree (M.A.) or higher degree in relevant field to the collection areas of appointment; with 2-5 years of collections management experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Norwegian Institute in Rome, University of Oslo - Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship (SKO 1352) in Ancient Studies (closes Apr 1)[]
A Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship (SKO 1352) in Ancient Studies is available at the Norwegian Institute in Rome, University of Oslo from October 2023.
The Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship is funded by the Norwegian Institute in Rome and is associated with the Institute’s ongoing research, teaching and outreach.
The position is within Ancient Studies in a broad sense, targeting applicants from fields including Archaeology, History, Art History, Religious Studies and Theology. Applicants should propose an original, high-quality research project to be carried out during the fellowship. The proposed research project must deal with theme(s) within the time span from the Archaic to the Late Antique period, and geographically within the Mediterranean region, with pronounced relevance to Italy and Rome. The successful applicant will participate in teaching courses in Rome and in Oslo. Potential course topics are the history, archaeology, art, and architecture of Rome, as well as the cultural heritage and reception of Rome. Examples are https://www.uio.no/studier/emner/hf/ifikk/ANT2210/ and https://www.uio.no/studier/emner/hf/ifikk/ROMA2020/
University of Pittsburgh - Visiting Assistant Professor: Biological Anthropology (due Apr 3)[]
The Department of Anthropology at the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for a one year Visiting Assistant Professor in Biological Anthropology beginning in Fall 2023. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Anthropology or closely related field in hand at the time of application.
We are particularly interested in scholars whose expertise in one or more of genetics, epigenetics or epidemiology uses a life-history approach to explore health inequities, social identity, environment and health, or mobility in contemporary and/or past human populations. Geographic area is open, but we are especially interested in Africa, North America, and Indigenous or African Diaspora descendent communities.
The successful candidate will teach two courses per semester, that may include three of: Introduction to Biological Anthropology, Introduction to Human Evolution, Human Evolution and Variation, or the Graduate Biological Anthropology Core. In addition, they will teach an upper-class undergraduate/graduate seminar course in their area of expertise.
University of Copenhagen - Postdoc in ancient environmental DNA analysis at the Globe Institute (due Apr 3)[]
The successful candidate will be part of the Copenhagen group of the ERC Synergy project, SEACHANGE (https://seachange-erc.eu/), in which a cross-disciplinary approach is adopted to assess the impact of major cultural transitions on marine ecosystem functioning and biodiversity. Apart from ancient environmental DNA analyses, the overall project includes classical zooarchaeology, stable isotope analyses, dating methods, marine historical ecology and ecosystem modelling.
A major focus of the role will be research into marine biodiversity changes across the European Mesolithic-Neolithic transition (from foraging to farming), specifically Southern Scandinavia (Work Package 1). The successful candidate will undertake DNA extraction, metabarcoding, next-generation sequencing, bioinformatic and ecological analysis of ancient environmental DNA from collected marine sediments and midden samples provided by project partners. Through collaboration with project partners the candidate will analyse a cross-disciplinary dataset of marine biodiversity changes, human impact and paleoclimate. Although material has already been collected, there are opportunities for further field collections from archaeological sites throughout Denmark. The main partners will be Prof Oliver Craig and Dr Harry Robson, University of York.
Beyond the main objective, there are opportunities for the successful candidate to develop the project according to their interests and contribute to other work packages within the project. Additionally, there are opportunities to contribute to and lead novel methodological research to improve and develop laboratory and bioinformatic workflows for the analysis of ancient environmental DNA.
University of Edinburgh - Teaching and Research Fellow in Roman History and Latin (due Apr 4)[]
The School of History, Classics and Archaeology at the University of Edinburgh is pleased to invite applications for a one-year Teaching and Research Fellowship in Ancient History, within the Department of Classics. A research speciality in late Roman History and the ability to leach Latin are required. The candidate will be required to teach Roman History and Latin at all levels, to both undergraduate and graduate students.
Cambridge - Assistant Professor in Egyptian Language [Temporary Cover] (closes Apr 6)[]
Temporary cover: This post is fixed-term until 30 September 2024 or the return of the post holder, whichever is the earlier.
The Department of Archaeology is seeking to appoint a temporary University Assistant Professor in Egyptian Language, to start from 1st September and no later than 1st October 2023. The contract will end on 30th September 2024. The successful candidate will be active in research and committed to teach in Egyptian Language.
The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating and teaching Egyptian Language for the Archaeology and Egyptology Tripos and MPhil degrees. They will be responsible for three papers taught to both undergraduates and MPhil students:
- Introductory Egyptian Language
- Middle Egyptian Texts
- Old and Late Egyptian Texts
Moreover, they are expected to contribute and enhance the research profile of Cambridge Archaeology, recognized as a world leader in Archaeology. Other responsibilities include assessment and examining and supervision of undergraduate and MPhil dissertations, and contribution to relevant administrative activities of the Department.
Hamilton College - Visiting Instructor or Visiting Assistant Professor (closes Apr 6)[]
The Anthropology Department at Hamilton College invites applications for a one-year position at the rank of Visiting Instructor or Visiting Assistant Professor, beginning July 1, 2023. We seek candidates with a specialization in archaeology and general ability to teach biological anthropology, and whose research and teaching broadly reflect training in archaeological science. We expect candidates to be able to offer introduction to archaeology (with 20% biological anthropology), a course on the Archaeology of Food and/or North American Archaeology, and participate in the senior program. Area of specialty and geographic focus is open.
We are seeking candidates who can demonstrate their experience in teaching or working with diverse student populations. Your cover letter should address the ways in which you would further the College's goal of building a diverse and inclusive educational environment. Candidates with ABD will be considered, although candidates with a PhD are preferred. The teaching load for this position is five courses over two semesters.
- Although the closing date is listed as April 6 on the AAA jobs site, the Hamilton posting states that review begins on Mar 31. I didn't actually see the April 6 close date in the Hamilton job ad itself, so the March date might be a more reliable deadline. This job was posted here earlier based on the review date.
Whittier College - Bayard Rustin Faculty Fellow in Anthropology of the African Diaspora (closes Apr 6)[]
The Bayard Rustin Fellowship positions are designed to attract faculty from historically underrepresented groups within higher education to experience the unique liberal arts college setting. Applicants for the Fellowship can be either new Ph.Ds. or in the writing stage of the dissertation before beginning the position. The Department of Sociology & Anthropology at Whittier College seeks a Rustin Fellow in the Anthropology of the African Diaspora. Anthropological subdiscipline, specialty, and region are open. We are interested in candidates who are dedicated to their teaching practice and who seek to work in a small department of research-active teacher-scholars. The successful candidate should be able to teach introductory courses as well as upper-level courses in the regions or issues of their expertise.
Cambridge - Palaeoanthropology Research Laboratory Technician (closes Apr 10)[]
The Department of Archaeology seeks to appoint a full time, permanent Palaeoanthropology Research Laboratory Technician. This post is based in the Henry Wellcome Building (HWB) on Fitzwilliam Street. The HWB houses the Palaeoanthropology Laboratory and the Duckworth Laboratory, both state of the art facilities supporting international level research. Both laboratories are devoted to research into human and non-human primate evolutionary studies as well as wider archaeological research through a variety of methods.
The duties of the role holder include technical support for research and teaching in osteology and palaeoanthropology. The role holder will work in both the Palaeoanthropology Laboratory and the Duckworth Laboratory. The work will be primarily, but not exclusively, on osteological material, using morphometric and photogrammetric techniques, microscopy, 3D scanning and printing, mCT scanning, and destructive biological and chemical sampling procedures.
The post holder will provide technical support for the Director and Collections Manager of the Duckworth Laboratory, for visiting and in-house researchers working with material in the Duckworth Laboratory, as well as supporting the Collections Manager in curatorial and conservation work on the collections. They will be expected to attend and contribute to weekly Palaeolab and Duckworth group meetings as well as less frequent technician support meetings.
Candidates will have a good standard of general education, (A level, NVQ level 3, or an equivalent level of practical experience.) Candidates will have a basic knowledge of anatomy and biology, with an interest in osteology, some knowledge of basic conservation and curatorial practices applicable to osteological material and archaeological/palaeontological samples and some experience of 3D scanning and photographic techniques. Knowledge of 3D imaging software and morphometric techniques are desirable but not required.
The deadline for applications is 10 April 2023. Interviews will be held on 19 April 23.
University of Bergen - Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Middle Stone Age African Archaeology (closes Apr 11)[]
The Department of Archaeology, History, Cultural and Religious Studies invites applications for a postdoctoral position in Middle Stone Age African Archaeology, starting August 1st 2023, or as agreed. The position is for a fixed-term period of four years. The position is part of Centre for Early Sapiens Behaviour (SapienCE), a Centre of Excellence funded by the Norwegian Research Council. The position as postdoctoral research fellow is a fixed-term appointment for four years.
The successful applicant’s research project will synthesise and integrate SapienCE archaeological data with those from our climate and cognition research groups to construct a publishable data-driven and theoretically grounded narrative on the development of modern human behaviour. One of the most important tasks of the postdoctoral researcher will be to compare and contextualise the SapienCE data within similar developments elsewhere in Africa and the world.
Cornell University - Research Associate, Cornell Tree-Ring Laboratory (deadline Apr 14)[]
A Research Associate with specialization, experience, and training in dendrochronology is sought for a position at the Cornell Tree-Ring Laboratory starting 1 September 2023 (or a mutually agreed date). This position is to collaborate on and to support the research of the Cornell Tree-Ring Laboratory (approximately 0.67 FTE of role) and to support and assist with teaching in dendrochronology (a class in one semester each year – and the laboratory training of students in dendrochronology (approximately 0.33 FTE of role). Teaching experience is preferred but not required. Appropriate academic title (Teaching Associate or Lecturer) will be based on role. Candidates must hold (by start date) a PhD and must have training/experience in dendrochronological fieldwork, training/experience in dendrochronological laboratory work, training/experience and facility with tree-ring sample preparation, sample recording and analysis, including crossdating, chronology-building and subsequent tree-ring time-series analysis for dendrochronological research (e.g. Dendro Program Library routines and more recent equivalents). Experience/interest in archaeological dendrochronology (or other cultural heritage relevant areas), and/or isotope/climatic applications in dendrochronology, is preferred. Familiarity with (at least some of) a range of standard dendrochronology software and data management and analysis tools is required, and other data analysis, GIS, or IT skills (e.g. R or web-oriented) would be an advantage. The position is for 3 years in the first instance with an initial 1-year probation period.
Cornell University - Hirsch Postdoctoral Associate in Archaeology (deadline April 1)[]
The Cornell Institute of Archaeology and Material Studies (CIAMS) (https://archaeology.cornell.edu/) invites applications for a two-year Hirsch Postdoctoral Associate in Archaeology position, starting in Fall 2023. We invite applications from scholars who have completed the Ph.D. within the last three years with a specialization in archaeology (broadly defined). We especially seek applicants who offer areas of research and teaching that complement the existing CIAMS faculty (see https://archaeology.cornell.edu/faculty). The area of specialization is open, but we are particularly interested in scholars with research interests in the archaeology of the Western Mediterranean and related regions in Europe and/or North Africa within the past three millennia. We are also interested in candidates who can bring new analytical methods to CIAMS, including but not limited to paleoethnobotanical research. Given the interdisciplinary nature of the faculty, we seek scholars whose work addresses issues of broad intellectual significance. The Hirsch Postdoctoral Associate will teach two courses per year, and will deliver at least one public lecture each year (one of which may form part of the CIAMS, Finger Lakes AIA, or NYSAA lecture series). Additionally, the position-holder will be responsible for organizing and moderating the CIAMS brown-bag workshop series during the first year, and for organizing and hosting a thematic speaker series during one semester of the second year. The balance of the Hirsch Postdoctoral Associate’s time is to be devoted to her/his own research. A faculty mentor will be appointed to assist the Hirsch Postdoctoral Associate with their professional development. The Hirsch Postdoctoral Associate is required to be in residence at Cornell during the semesters of her/his tenure, but is free to conduct fieldwork in the summer or during the winter break if desired. The salary for the position meets the NIH minimum commensurate with experience. Materials must be received by April 1, 2023 to receive full consideration. Eligibility: Applicants must have received the Ph.D. degree no earlier than January 1, 2020. Applicants who will complete all requirements for the Ph.D. degree (including filing the dissertation) before appointment in August 2023 are eligible to apply. The completion requirement for the Ph.D. degree will in no circumstances be waived or extended. Teaching: The position-holder is expected to teach four classes during the two years at Cornell, as follows: (1) a lower-level undergraduate course on a broadly-construed topic within his/her specialization; (2) a course on the practice of archaeology (on methods, ethics, etc.); (3) an upper-level course for a mix of undergraduate and graduate students on topics in his/her geographical area; and (4) a course of the applicant’s choosing. The timing and content of offerings will be negotiated after the fellow has accepted the position. Applications: Applications must be submitted through Academic Jobs Online https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/24550. Please submit (1) a letter of application; (2) CV; (3) a statement on the applicant’s contribution to diversity, equity, and inclusion (4) a list of two courses (each with a 100-word description) that you propose to teach at Cornell; (5) a description of a possible theme for a series of 3–4 speakers in the second year; and (6) names and contact information for three references. Letters of reference and additional materials will be solicited for those applicants of the most interest to Cornell. Questions about the position or the application process should be addressed to Search Committee Chair Prof. Caitie Barrett at ceb329@cornell.edu.
Cambridge - Teaching Associate in Assyriology (Part Time, Fixed Term) (closes Apr 15)[]
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance. The Department of Archaeology is seeking to appoint a part-time, two-year Teaching Associateship in Assyriology, from 1 September 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter, in order to strengthen and support undergraduate and graduate teaching in Assyriology. The Temporary Teaching Associate will be based in the Department of Archaeology, Cambridge. The primary role of the Teaching Associate will be to support the curriculum in Akkadian language, specifically courses at the introductory and intermediate level. The Teaching Associate will also teach a portion of a Mesopotamian Culture module each year. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to:
- Provide major input into the examination of masters and undergraduate courses, including acting as double marker for MPhil coursework submissions;
- Provide supervisory and advisory support to undergraduate students in their dissertation work as needed.
- Have a flexible approach to the support provided for teaching.
The successful candidate should have broad knowledge and familiarity with Assyriology, demonstrated ability to teach, experience in research projects in the field, and an excellent knowledge of Akkadian. Training in other cuneiform languages, especially Sumerian, is preferred but not required.
Stockholm University - 3-year Postdoctoral Fellow in Palaeogenomics (closes Apr 15)[]
The Department of Archaeology and Classical Studies is seeking a 3-year postdoctoral researcher in palaeogenomics with placement at the Centre for Palaeogenetics. The postdoc will join the First Contact project, funded through a grant from the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation. The postdoctoral project is aimed at analyzing ancient DNA from large mammal remains dated to the Late Pleistocene, with a primary focus on woolly mammoths. The main goal of the project is to use state-ofe-the-art palaeogenomic sequencing coupled with radiocarbon time-series data to investigate whether, and to what extent, faunal demographic and genetic changes were correlated with the regional arrival of modern humans.
University of Copenhagen - 18-month postdoctoral position in archaeology (closes Apr 15)[]
The position is available full-time, from June 1st, 2023 and is funded by the research project Fashioning Sudan, financed by the European Research Council for 2022-2027. Fashioning Sudan. Archaeology of Dress along the Middle Nile investigates the rich corpus of archaeological textiles and animal skins excavated in Sudan and Nubia and dated from the Bronze Age to the Late Medieval Period. The project merges different academic approaches (archaeology, textile & animal skin research, palaeoproteomics, and socio-cultural theory) to develop an interdisciplinary study of garments and highlight the entanglement of dress practices in the fabric of society. The successful postdoctoral candidate will focus on the animal species used during this long period and large territory to produce textile and skin garments, while contributing to the overall research aims of Fashioning Sudan. The main methods used will be archaeology and palaeoproteomic analyses, with the dual aim of identifying animal species and understanding the role of garment production in wider animal husbandry practices.
Cambridge - Senior Teaching Associate in Quantitative and Computational Methods in Archaeology and Biological Anthropology (Part Time, Fixed Term) (due Apr 19)[]
The Department of Archaeology is seeking to appoint a Senior Teaching Associate in Quantitative Methods in Archaeology and Biological Anthropology for one year, part time at 0.8 FTE, from 1 September 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter.
The successful candidate will be responsible for co-ordinating and teaching core modules of quantitative methods in archaeology and biological anthropology for the Archaeology Tripos and the MPhil in Human Evolutionary Studies, as well as contribute on other papers as appropriate to their area of expertise. Numbers of students average 16-18 undergraduates and 11-12 at PGT level. Other responsibilities will include assessment and examining, and supervising MPhil and Undergraduate dissertations.
The role holder will be asked to contribute to the Department's recruitment and outreach work, attracting the next generation of students to the field of Archaeology and Biological Anthropology, and will be expected to contribute to departmental meetings and committees as appropriate.
Oxford University - Career Development 3-year Fellowship in European Archaeology (closes Apr 20)[]
Applications are invited for a Career Development Fellowship in European Archaeology at Keble College, Oxford, tenable from 1 October 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter. This is a fixed-term 3-year position. The College is seeking to appoint an outstanding early career academic with research interests in European Archaeology within the period from the Late Neolithic to the 12th century AD.
Cambridge University - Renfrew Fellow (closes April 24)[]
The McDonald Institute invites applications for the seventh 'Renfrew Fellowship' in archaeology. Named in honour of the Institute's founding Director, Professor Colin Renfrew, this three-year postdoctoral Fellowship will consist of a stipend at Research Associate level. The Fellow will be entitled to up to £2,500 p.a. research expenses for conference attendance, travel for training etc and the opportunity to apply for up to £5,000 p.a. for fieldwork or other research from the D. M. McDonald Grants and Awards Fund. We are also exploring possibilities to partner with a Cambridge college to offer further support and benefits. The successful applicant will take up his/her fellowship on 1 October 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Applicants must have defended their PhD a maximum of 7 years prior to the closing date shown below. They should propose an innovative, well-focused research project within any field of archaeology, broadly construed.
Yale University - Postdoctoral Associate, Pre-Modern Cultures and Civilizations (review begins Apr 25)[]
Yale University seeks to appoint a Postdoctoral Associate in ancient and pre-modern cultures and civilizations. This is a two-year position beginning in the academic year 2023-2024 and attached to Archaia: the Yale Program for the Study of Ancient and Premodern Cultures and Societies. Archaia is a collaborative forum that brings together scholars and graduate students working on early and pre-modern cultures and civilizations at Yale in the Humanities and Social Sciences in addition to the Divinity and Law Schools and various University collections and libraries, including the Yale University Art Gallery, the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, the Peabody Museum of Natural History, and the Institute for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage. Participating departments and disciplines include Classics, East Asian Languages and Literatures, Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations, History, Religious Studies, Archaeology and Anthropology, History of Art, and the Divinity School. In addition to hosting conferences and colloquia, the year-long Ancient Societies Workshop (ASW), and faculty-led study tours, Archaia offers a graduate qualification for students interested in research beyond departmental lines. For additional information, see https://archaia.yale.edu/training.
For the 2023-2024 academic year, the ASW theme will be “Ancient Musical Thought,” led by Profs. Pauline Leven (Classics) and Mick Hunter (East Asian Languages & Literatures). Applicants who can contribute to that theme are encouraged to apply, as are others with innovative and cross-disciplinary approaches for a future workshop and core seminar. We especially welcome applicants working in areas beyond the Mediterranean world.
The postdoctoral associate is expected to take an active role in Archaia programming while pursuing research in their own area of expertise. Additionally, the associate’s duties include: (1) in the first year of the appointment, teaching one graduate seminar with the approval of relevant department(s) or program(s); (2) in the second year of the appointment, co-teaching the Archaia core seminar with a Yale faculty member and/or co-organizing the Archaia Study Tour; and (3) serving as a member of the Archaia Steering Committee. The postdoctoral associate will work under the supervision of the Archaia coordinators and will also be provided with at least one mentor from a field/department close to their area of training and expertise.
British School at Rome - Two-year postdoctoral fellow in archaeology (closes May 5)[]
We are seeking to appoint a Fellow in Archaeology to play a vital role in the delivery of the BSR’s Research Strategy in Archaeology. Applicants must hold a doctorate and must have an excellent knowledge and understanding of the UK’s Higher Education and research environment. This is a residential role: a key responsibility of the role will be to support the community of Award Holders (AH) and residents of the School, providing them with appropriate pastoral care. The position is for a fixed-term period of two years, with a possible extension for a third year. The post-holder will be provided with a one-bedroom flat at the BSR, and all residential living costs will be covered including all meals provided. The post-holder will be enrolled in the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) pension scheme. Further details about the USS and the latest employee contribution rates may be found here: https://www.uss.co.uk.
University of Calgary - Adjunct Instructors (closes June 2; courses not filled will be readvertized)[]
The Department of Anthropology and Archaeology at the University of Calgary is seeking sessional instructors for multiple courses in all subfields of anthropology for the Fall 2023 and Winter 2024 semesters.
All of the details can be found at these links:
Fall: https://internal.careers.ucalgary.ca/jobs/12768164-sessional-instructors-fall-2023-department-of-anthropology-and-archaeology
Winter: https://internal.careers.ucalgary.ca/jobs/12768165-sessional-instructors-winter-2024-department-of-anthropology-and-archaeology
If after reviewing the links above, you have any questions or require further information, please reach out to Dr. Susanne Cote, Undergraduate Program Director, at scote@ucalgary.ca. Please note that you do need to submit separate applications for Fall and Winter terms (i.e. apply to each job link separately). Courses can be bundled 2-3 per semester; if that's of interest, please let us know in your cover letter. Note that while Canadians (citizens and permanent residents) are given priority, it is possible to non-Canadians who hold citizenships from countries that have bilateral worker mobility agreements with Canada (i.e. the USA).
The deadline to apply is June 2nd. Courses that are not filled will likely be re-advertised later in the summer.
Boise State University - Visiting Assistant Clinical Professor (open until filled, review begins June 5)[]
The Boise State University Anthropology Department seeks outstanding candidates to fill one position for a Visiting Assistant Clinical Professor in Anthropology. We are seeking candidates with research and teaching interests in archaeology, biomedical anthropology, human-animal interactions, or any related areas of specialization in archaeology, biological, or cultural anthropology.
The regional focus of research is open. We encourage candidates to demonstrate how their methodological and analytical skills complement and contribute to the department’s focus on human adaptation, ecology, and evolution. Boise State University seeks a candidate who is highly motivated in promoting cultural competency and inclusivity in their chosen field of expertise.
Minimum Qualifications:
- An earned doctorate in Anthropology
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of anthropological theory, methods, and findings relevant to introductory courses including “Evolution and Human Behavior,” and “Wild, Tame and In-Between” as well as upper-division courses in their area of expertise.
- Pedagogical training in course delivery in the online environment Demonstrated professional development in teaching
- Publication history in anthropology
Required Application Materials:
Please submit:
1) a cover letter indicating your interest and how you meet the required/preferred qualifications for this position;
2) a CV that includes employment history (including dates of employment) and professional service;
3) the names and email addresses of three referees from whom we may obtain confidential letters of recommendation;
4) a statement of current research that includes an assessment of how it relates to teaching excellence in anthropology; and
5) documentation of teaching experience, including summaries of teaching evaluation and a statement reflecting on your teaching.
All of the details can be found at: https://jobs.boisestate.edu/en-us/job/497647/visiting-assistant-clinical-professor-anthropology
The position will remain open until filled, with review of applications beginning on June 5th, 2023.
Northland Pioneer College - Faculty in Anthropology (no closing date listed, posted Nov 15)[]
Northland Pioneer College invites applications for a 9-month faculty position in Anthropology. This position will consist of teaching 30 credits per year: live, hybrid, or online via the institution's learning management system. Responsibilities will include supporting NPC's values: 1.) Integrity 2.) Inclusion 3.) Adaptability 4.) Civility 5.) Access; as well as supporting the College's mission to provide educational excellence that is affordable and accessible for the enrichment of communities across northeastern Arizona.
Successful candidates will teach courses in the accredited undergraduate Social and Behavioral Sciences, as well as other courses for which they are qualified and assigned; teach in a variety of environments and modes (team-taught offerings, day offerings, evening offerings, online offerings, hybrid offerings, etc.) in accordance with course outlines and instructional procedures; integrate technology with instruction; assess students in light of the institution goals, program goals, and course objectives; maintain appropriate scheduled office hours; provide service to the department, division, college, and community as assigned by the supervising department chair, dean or elected by peers; develop good working relationships with discipline-related professionals in the College's Service area; collaborate and participate in AZTransfer to foster transferability opportunities; serve as a community resource in area of expertise; be active in one's field of expertise; travel within the College district.
Sul Ross State University - Visiting Assistant Professor of Anthropology (2 openings) (unknown close date, posted Dec 20)[]
Required: MA and or ABD in Anthropology with an emphasis on arid landscapes and Southwestern archaeology. Evidence of research productivity and publications.
Position Summary: This up to a 3 year appointment that is 75% research and 25% teaching 9-month appointment through the Center for Big Bend Studies and the Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences within the Jimmy D. Case College of Literature, Arts, and Social Sciences at Sul Ross State University. Additional summer salary is available and covered by research grants.
Primary Responsibilities: Teach 3 semester credit hours per semester (usually one course); while developing and conducting an active research program centered on Southwestern, arid landscapes, and Trans-Pecos archaeology. Courses to be taught or developed include but are not limited to, introduction to anthropology, introduction to anthropology research methods, field methods courses, and other advanced graduate courses.
Harvard University - Field Program Director (no closing date listed, posted Feb 13)[]
The Department of Human Evolutionary Biology’s Field Program Director is a full-time staff position whose primary duties will include performing research and instructing two HEB courses per year via a dependent lecturer appointment. The incumbent will lead an independent research program, collaborating with the American School of Prehistoric Research, in the area of human evolution in East Africa including the fossil and archaeological records as well as anthropology and ecology. The appointment is expected to start on July 1, 2023. This individual will work most closely with Harvard University students, both undergraduates who will be participating in the Summer School’s intensive field program, and with undergraduate/graduate students will be enrolled in courses that this individual will teach. They will also work closely with HEB Ladder faculty, the Summer School, and HEB departmental administration. The individual will also interact with local collaborators at the Turkana Basin Institute in Kenya. They will also collaborate with the Dept. of Anthropology at Harvard and the American School of Prehistoric Research (ASPR) at Harvard University.
University of Exeter - Lecturer in Archaeology (closes July 19th)[]
The post of Lecturer in Archaeology will be to support the delivery of teaching on a range of first year modules, for example, Practical Skills in Archaeology (ARC1070), Themes in World Archaeology (ARC1010), and Artefacts and Materials (ARC1040).
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DISCUSSION, RUMORS, SPECULATION[]
What is going on with the University of Arkansas position? Isn't this pretty much the exact same job posting as last year? Was it a failed search and if so, why?
-They offered it to someone and then negotiations fell apart. They offered it to someone else who wanted a faculty spousal hire and that didn't happen, either. Viola: failed search.
---I am the chair of the search committee for this position and have inside knowledge of the prior searches. Two positions were advertised last year. One was filled and the other was not. The current search is a different (third) position. There are close similarities in the language of the posting, which reflects a sustained interest in building a programmatic focus on environmental and public archaeology. Several of the criteria for prior searches have been changed for this one. If your work relates to environmental and/or public archaeology, I encourage you to apply. If you have other questions about the search, please feel free to contact me (my info is in the position announcement). I will answer any questions that I can, as appropriate.
People should be asking what is going on with the University of South Carolina search. They had two failed searches last year (one for biological, one for archaeology), and now they've posted a new archaeology position with a completely different specialization.
--The USC call for applications sounds too broad to really know what they want. Perhaps they don't know what they want. I didn't apply because it seemed like it'd be a waste of time.
Just want to second the complaint under the Berea job post about requiring up-front letters, ESPECIALLY for short-term positions. To any search committee members reading this: Stop asking for LOR upfront. Just stop. You know you aren't reading them all anyway. Wait until you get a long/short list, THEN ask for letters.
Interesting jobs cycle, the wiki has far more stuff posted than last year. Most of this is increased general wiki activity + more jobs from outside North America. However, as far as I can tell, this also reflects a slight but real increase in NA asst prof openings relative to the last cycle (and maybe even relative to recent pre-Covid cycles). Not to say things are good, because the market is obviously still brutal.
--I've been using this wiki for about five years. The intent of the wiki has never been to be a place to post every single available job; it has always been used as a place for people to get updates on searches (as far as I've seen). There are already websites that do an excellent job of posting academic positions, such as https://archpostgrad.wordpress.com/ . You are the one adding the jobs that is making it more comprehensive than it has been in previous years. If you go back through some of the websites that aggregate jobs, you will see that there are literally dozens of jobs that were never posted here. In short, the number of positions listed here is NOT a proxy for the job market and should not be understood as such. It's only an indicator of how specific people are using the board. I personally have stopped updating this board this year (unless people specifically request an update) because it is so damn unwieldy.
---For what it's worth, I had made my own list last year and was comparing this one against that. So, those to two years should be at least roughly comparable (and why I was not so certain about recent pre-Covid cycles, which I don't have info on other than the Wiki and haven't felt the need to compile past postings from other sites). 2021-22 had a mild surge of ads for searches that were previously cancelled due to Covid, something I assumed would have dried up by now. But that doesn't appear to be the case.
IMPACT7G INC-Principal Archaeologist-May 3, 2023 (Filled)
We are seeking experienced Principal Archaeologists/Investigators that will be based out of our Rapid City, South Dakota location with travel across the United States. Required tasks include communication, project planning and management, supervising cultural resource inventories, archeological/historical/traditional cultural property site evaluation and mitigation, staff leadership, consulting with state and federal agencies and tribes, and writing and reviewing reports. Successful candidates will become integral members of our team of professionals and work in a responsive, positive environment.
In this role, you will be part of a collaborative team that works in multiple states across the US in support of a variety of industries, services, and government agencies, completing over 700 projects per year. We work with multiple tribes on many projects both for tribal and non-tribal groups and projects. To be considered for this position a minimum of 3 years’ experience is required.
A comprehensive employee benefits package is provided, including health and dental insurance, retirement plan with 401k match, bonus opportunity, paid leave, and paid holidays. The minimum range for this salaried-exempt position is $56,000 per year, but is flexible and commensurate with the credentials, experience, and industry qualifications. This position also brings with it the potential for a promotional opportunity and an increase in salary.
Relocation expense reimbursement or a sign-on bonus may be available for highly qualified selected applicants.
To apply submit your detailed resume/curriculum vitae, writing samples (site forms, reports, articles, maps, or other relevant documents), and references as part of your application.
Title: Principal Archaeologist |
Department: Natural & Cultural Resources |
FLSA Status: Salaried, Exempt |
Status: Regular full-time |
Reports to: Senior Project Manager or Department Head |
Effective Date: 07/11/2022, Revision #1, Revision Date: 03/08/2023 |
Employment Eligibility: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. |
Location: Fully onsite or hybrid at the Rapid City, South Dakota office. Remote and Hybrid roles must work in a location within the United States. |
Overview
A Principal Archaeologist is responsible for conducting small to medium size archaeological surveys, site testing projects, data recovery excavations, preservation planning, and research design development. The individual will be highly motivated and of a self-directed nature.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Research design development and preservation planning.
- Organize and implement archaeological survey, testing, and data recovery projects in varying environments and weather conditions.
- Compose detailed notes of conditions, field procedures, and results.
- Utilize ArcGIS for planning, fieldwork, and report preparation stages.
- Identify historic and prehistoric artifacts from the Midwest region of the United States.
- Prepare report on investigations with assistance from staff.
- Lead small to medium size field crews.
- Work independently on projects as needed and demonstrated ability to exercise critical thinking.
- Cross-train into other disciplines to become an integrated member of Impact7Gs’ team.
- Research and publication of company supported projects.
Required Qualifications
- Possesses degree (Master’s level or higher) in anthropology, archaeology, or related field required.
- Secretary of the Interior qualified in Archaeology.
- 3 years’ of experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ph. D or Master’s degree in anthropology, archaeology, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience.
- Demonstrated research skills and field experience conducting archaeological investigations.
- Basic knowledge of Midwestern and Northern Plains prehistory, history, physiographic regions, cultural processes, and artifact typologies.
- Transmission line and seismic experience.
- An understanding of geomorphological principles.
- Familiarity with Section 106 and National Register processes.
- Basic analytical skills for site interpretation and evaluation, including developing research questions for National Register determinations.
- Ability to use GPS units and ArcGIS.
- Excellent teaching, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Register of Professional Archaeologists (RPA) certification.
- Demonstrated ability to carry projects to completion.
Physical/Environmental Requirements
- Conduct archaeological survey and testing in varying environments and weather conditions.
- Hike moderate or long distances over uneven terrain.
- Use hand digging equipment and screens for subsurface testing.
- Excavate test units, trenches, and blocks.
- Carry up to 40 lbs.
- Patience.
Leadership Responsibilities
- Ability and willingness to coach, mentor, and motivate a team.
- Assists with recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and training staff.
- Provides input into workflow tools within the department.
Travel Requirements
- Variable in nature, with the duration being dependent upon requirements of the project(s) involved. Travel can be regional (within 1 day’s drive), primarily by car. There will also be a need for rare travel by air to conferences, meetings, etc.
- This position requires a valid non-commercial driver’s license and insurability under company policy.
Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Our Core Values
An effective Principal Archaeologist will live the Impact7G mission of relentlessly working to help our clients and fellow staff achieve their objectives through professional services that foster sustainable decisions. Our Seventh-Generation philosophy activates informed decision-making for today’s generation while considering the impacts on the environment and people of the future.
Selfless Service: Our staff are eager to help our clients and their colleagues at any moment, regardless of the task. The result is unmatched customer service.
Meaningful Connections: The story of Impact7G’s growth revolves around a network of meaningful connections. We rely on strong partnerships to support our mission of providing long-term value to our clients.
Exceed Expectations: In an extremely competitive environment, meeting expectations is not enough. Our diverse team of environmental professionals deliver innovative approaches and proactive communication.
Make an Impact: We strive to make positive impacts within natural and built environments. We do this by developing future-focused solutions that consider the entire lifecycle of each project.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Impact7G will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
We strongly encourage minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for openings with us.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
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University of Pittsburgh - School of Computing and Information-University of Pittsburgh School of Computing and Information Faculty Positions- October 25,2023[]
As the University of Pittsburgh’s newest school, the School of Computing and Information (SCI) is a growing interdisciplinary community of faculty, staff and students who are accustomed to thinking beyond boundaries and innovating new approaches to lead our institution and nation to positive change. Since 2017, SCI has recruited nearly forty new faculty members, and we are continuing our growth with multiple openings in the tenure stream this year.
SCI’s interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research and education spans computer science, informatics and networked systems, and information culture and data stewardship with rich connections to partners in education, health sciences, medicine, engineering, social sciences, business and other areas.
This year, we have tenure-stream positions in quantum computing, artificial intelligence (AI) and learning sciences, and appointment-stream (teaching) positions in computer science and data science. Our quantum position is coordinated with Quantum Science Initiative, the Pittsburgh Quantum Institute, and other units at Pitt. The AI and Learning Sciences position is joint with the Learning Research and Development Center (LRDC), which is a University Research Center dedicated to advancing the science of learning by bringing together researchers from the cognitive, developmental, social, educational, and computational sciences.
We place a strong emphasis on diversity, social justice, and inclusive excellence, and we are actively seeking faculty colleagues who share a deep commitment to these principles and contribute to the broadening of participation in computing through their research, education, service, engagement, and lived experiences. We promote an equitable and inclusive community through faculty development and mentorship, promotion of work-life balance, a program for dual-career couples, and a commitment to recruit, retain, and develop faculty from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
About the Position(s)
We have multiple openings in the following areas:
· Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Learning Science (Assistant Professor – Tenure Stream)
· Quantum Computing Systems (Assistant Professor – Tenure Stream)
· Computer Science (Teaching Assistant Professor – Appointment Stream)
· Data Science (Teaching Assistant Professor – Appointment Stream)
Minimum required qualifications
· Candidates should hold a PhD degree in computer science, information science or some closely related area
· Candidates should hold the PhD degree by September 2024
Application Process
Individuals interested in these openings may apply at https://sci.pitt.edu/recruiting. Application review will begin immediately. We anticipate that interviews will begin in January 2024. Please refer to the position descriptions for preferred qualifications, complete application details and deadlines. The anticipated start date is September 1, 2024. Questions about these positions and/or application status should be emailed to sci-recruit@pitt.edu.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity, EOE, including disability/vets.
Apply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/W42yanT7Ww6eGFzOmTjVoY
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