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Jobs for 2025

Assistant Professor and Specialized Teaching Faculty in Cultural Anthropology at Florida State University

The Department of Anthropology at Florida State University is recruiting two Cultural Anthropologists to join our vibrant and growing department. We invite applications for a Tenure Track Cultural Anthropology (Assistant Professor) position and a Specialized Teaching Faculty (Teaching Faculty I) position.

Assistant Professor of Cultural Anthropology

Responsibilities

The Department of Anthropology invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Cultural Anthropology. Our department is in an unprecedented period of growth as we reopen our PhD program. We seek applicants whose expertise complement and expand the existing strengths of the faculty. Preferred candidates will demonstrate a research focus that is both theoretically and methodologically grounded, and that tackles important global issues and contemporary challenges. Specific research and geographic focus are open.

Of particular interest are individuals whose research utilizes a mixed-method approach for understanding issues related to climate and the Anthropocene, migration and mobility, and/or social inequalities. Candidates whose research program has the potential to attract funding from the NSF, NIH, and other external sources are especially encouraged to apply.

This position is on a 9-month contract. Tenure-line faculty teach a 2-2 load, mentor undergraduate and graduate students, conduct research, and contribute to the shared governance of the department and university. Primary teaching duties will include courses required for the undergraduate major, courses that satisfy the general education undergraduate requirements and combined upper-division/graduate courses on topics in the candidate's research area.

Qualifications

Applicants must minimally hold a Ph.D. from an accredited institution or the highest degree appropriate in Anthropology. We seek a colleague with a demonstrated record of excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching, an interest in incorporating students into research opportunities, and an active externally-funded research program.

Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to motivate and inspire students, are essential.

Other Information

The Department of Anthropology, with the support of the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, is expanding its role in maintaining Florida State University as one of the top Public Carnegie Research I universities in the country. The Department is undergoing a phase of dynamic growth and adding new faculty in our newly reopened PhD program. We seek scholars who enhance applied learning and advance research and scholarly activities. Ideal candidates will organize and capitalize on key partnerships across campus and the city and increase community building locally, regionally, and/or globally. Given our commitment to community engagement and engaged scholarship we seek to appoint faculty who are deeply embedded in the communities they study.

Contact Info

Please contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. François Dengah, at francois.dengah@fsu.edu with any questions.

How To Apply

Apply to Florida State University at https://hr.fsu.edu/facultyjobs (job ID 58894). If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service. Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information.

Applicants must submit the following application materials:

Cover letter
Curriculum vitae
Single statement on research and teaching that is no more than four pages total
Names and contact details (including e-mail addresses) of three references. Letters will be requested only after a long list has been assembled.

Review of applications will begin November 22, 2024. The deadline for applications, including all materials, is December 2, 2024.

Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer. FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at:

https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf.

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Teaching Faculty in Cultural Anthropology

The Department of Anthropology at Florida State University invites applications for a Specialized Teaching Faculty position in Cultural Anthropology beginning in August 2025. We are seeking a dynamic colleague with expertise in applied anthropology, broadly defined, in fields such as business anthropology, community health, environmental anthropology, UX research, or related areas. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate courses that both complement and expand our current offerings, while also contributing to the growth and development of our PhD program. Our graduate program emphasizes biocultural anthropology and scientific methodological approaches, and we welcome applicants who can enhance its interdisciplinary reach. The geographic focus for this position is open.

This is a 12-month renewable contract position at the rank of Teaching Faculty I, with opportunities for rank advancement and promotion. Teaching faculty at FSU typically carry a 4-4-2 teaching load and are expected to participate in the shared governance of the department and university. Teaching expectations may be adjusted based on class size and service commitments. Primary responsibilities include teaching required courses for the undergraduate major, as well as upper-division and graduate courses aligned with the candidate’s area of expertise.

Required Qualifications:

● Doctorate in Anthropology

● Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching cultural anthropology

Preferred Qualifications:

● Evidence of excellence in teaching cultural anthropology

● Experience in applied anthropology with the ability to prepare students for diverse career paths

● Ability to develop relationships with community stakeholders to support applied MA theses and PhD dissertations

Contact Info

Please contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Francois Dengah, at francois.dengah@fsu.edu with any questions.

How To Apply

Apply to Florida State University at https://hr.fsu.edu/facultyjobs (job ID 58905). If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service. Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information.

Application materials should include:

A cover letter identifying courses the candidate is prepared to teach and proposals for new course development
A curriculum vitae
A teaching portfolio, not exceeding 7 pages, that may include items such as a teaching philosophy, teaching statement, evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as course evaluations and sample syllabi)
Names and contact information (including email addresses) for three references. Reference letters will be requested only after a long-list has been assembled.

The deadline for applications, including all materials, is January 31, 2025.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

Learn more about our university and campuses.

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FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.

Use our interactive tool to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.

Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer. FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at:

https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf.

Assistant Professor, Applied Cultural Anthropology, Mississippi State University

The Department of Anthropology and Middle Eastern Cultures (AMEC) invites applications for an Assistant Professor, tenure-track position in applied cultural anthropology, beginning August 16^th 2025. Regional focus is open. The preferred candidate will bring innovative methodologies for training students in engaged and/ or applied anthropology that have the potential to build collaboration within and across the sub-disciplines of the department.

AMEC is a dynamic department offering an anthropology major and Middle Eastern studies minor, with an applied anthropology MA program including a cultural anthropology track, and applied archaeology, bioarchaeology, and forensics tracks. A strong, active research agenda with the potential for involving graduate and undergraduate students is crucial to this position. The successful candidate will contribute to our track in applied cultural anthropology and must demonstrate a strong commitment to both graduate and undergraduate teaching and mentoring. The preferred candidate will be able to teach introduction to cultural anthropology, qualitative/quantitative research methods, as well as topical courses in their area of study. The position carries a 2:3 teaching load and a nationally competitive salary.

Mississippi State University (MSU) is ranked among the National Science Foundation’s top 100 research institutions, a Carnegie Foundation R1-Very High Research Activity Doctoral University, and is the recipient of a “Community Engagement Classification” from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. MSU also receives consistent recognition as a “Great College to Work For” by the Chronicle of Higher Education, a Top Colleges for Diversity Higher Education Award from Insight into Diversity, and a Top 10 School for College Free Speech from the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression. Mississippi State University is located in Starkville, MS, which is a progressive, growing, sun-belt community.

Rank: Assistant Professor.

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Basic qualifications: Applicant must have a Ph.D. or equivalent foreign degree in Anthropology or closely related field. Ph.D. must be in hand by August 16^th 2025. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong research activity and an excellent record of teaching.

Position available: August 16^th 2025, with academic year beginning Fall 2025.

To apply: All applicants must apply online at www.msujobs.msstate.edu and attach a cover letter (which should address the candidate's current and future research agenda and teaching philosophy), curriculum vitae, and the complete contact information for at least three references willing to write a letter of recommendation if solicited. Please submit attachments as PDF files only. Additional materials will be requested from a selection of applicants.

Communication about this position should be sent to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Molly Zuckerman (mkz12@msstate.edu).

MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, sex. (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, disability status, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.

Closing date: Review of applications will begin on November 26^th 2024. To ensure full consideration, complete applications should be received by this date. The position will remain open until filled, but not later than August 16^th2025.

UNLV--Assistant Professor in Cultural Anthropology (focus on environmental anthropology. Latin America and US Southwest)

https://nshe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UNLV-External/job/UNLV1-Main-Campus-Las-Vegas/Assistant-Professor-in-Cultural-Anthropology--R0144408-_R0144408

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) appreciates your interest in employment. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:

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Please note that applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.

Once a recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted. If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or unlvjobs@unlv.edu.

Job Description

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Assistant Professor in Cultural Anthropology (Focus on Environmental Anthropology) [R0144408].

ROLE of the POSITION

The Department of Anthropology at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is seeking applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, specializing in cultural anthropology with a focus on environmental anthropology in the Americas (Latin America and the US Southwest). The anticipated start date for this position is the Fall semester of 2025. We invite applications from dynamic individuals whose research expertise significantly contributes to the field of environmental anthropology, with a specific emphasis on the Americas. The successful candidate will explore and advance understanding in areas such as environmental degradation, illegal economies, extractivism, natural protected areas, national/regional identities, decolonization, heritage, and sustainability. Geographical focus should center on Latin America and the US Southwest. The ideal candidate will possess an active research project, demonstrating a commitment to advancing knowledge in the anthropology of the environment and climate change, particularly emphasizing the role of Indigenous communities and social movements in contemporary debates. The Assistant Professor will be responsible for teaching a range of courses, including Introduction to Cultural Anthropology, Ethnographic Methods, as well as upper-level and graduate seminars in their area of specialization. The teaching load for this position is 2 courses per semester.

PROFILE of the DEPARTMENT/COLLEGE

The Department of Anthropology at UNLV is a three-field department (archaeology, biological anthropology and cultural anthropology). Faculty members in the UNLV Department of Anthropology specialize in diverse geographical areas, including Africa, Alaska, the American Southwest, Central Andes (Peru), China, England, Mexico and the Mexico-U.S. border

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a PhD in Anthropology from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and must be prepared to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses. Must be research active. Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date.

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

SALARY

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

Competitive total rewards package including:
- Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
- Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
- Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
No state income tax
Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS

Employee recognition and appreciation programs
Connect with colleagues with shared interests
Personal and professional development opportunities
UNLV athletics ticket discounts
Statewide employee purchase program discounts
RebelCard discounts on and off campus
Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, a research statement, a teaching statement and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

You may also be asked to submit two academic writing samples that are representative of your work (published or unpublished) and two syllabi.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates’ materials will begin on November 01, 2024.

Materials should be addressed to Dr. Ivan Sandoval-Cervantes, Search Committee Chair, and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES

UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, R0144408 in the search box.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.

For more information, visit us on line at: http://www.unlv.edu

EEO/AA STATEMENT

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

TITLE IX STATEMENT

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Box 451062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Frank and Estella Beam Hall (BEH) Room 553, Telephone: (702) 895-4055; Email: titleixcoordinator@unlv.edu, or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX: 202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: OCR@ed.gov; or to both.

Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage.

SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.

JOB CATEGORY

Academic Faculty

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, a research statement, a teaching statement and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Posting Close Date

12/31/2024

Note to Applicant

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided).

Recruitments that provide a work schedule are subject to change based on organizational needs.

UC Berkeley (CA, USA). Assistant Professor - Afro-diasporic Cultures, Gender and Sexuality, Indigeneity Studies - Department of Music. The Department of Music at the University of California, Berkeley invites applications for a fulltime tenure-track Assistant Professor in Ethnomusicology with an expected start date of July 1, 2025. For more information about the position, including required qualifications and application materials, go to https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF04491. The deadline to apply is September 20, 2024. Please direct questions to Marié Abe, Committee Chair, at marie.abe@berkeley.edu. Questions about the application process can be directed to Kris Andrews, Academic HR Analyst, at musichr@berkeley.edu. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status., TT/NT

A VAP position 2024-25, applications due by end of July.

https://highpoint.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Highpoint-Faculty/job/High-Point-University/Visiting-Assistant-Professor--Medical-Anthropology_R0006699

Yale Institute of Sacred Music - Interdisciplinary Fellowships - Deadline: Oct. 15 2024

The Yale Institute of Sacred Music is an interdisciplinary center where scholars and artists engage in academic and creative work across a variety of fields at the intersection of religion and the arts. Each year the Institute brings a diverse cohort of Long-term Fellows to Yale to pursue scholarly and creative projects that connect with the mission of the Institute and are informed by various interdisciplinary perspectives. ISM Fellows are exceptional scholars and practitioners at all career stages whose projects range from studies of Buddhist chant to African American sacred music, and analyses of Medieval ritual to Jewish art. With access to Yale’s unparalleled resources, ISM Long-term Fellows join a vibrant interdisciplinary community for the academic year where they convene regularly with their cohort to share their work in progress. Fellows also have the option to teach interdisciplinary courses based on their area of research at Yale.

The work of the ISM touches a broad array of disciplines, and applicants from any disciplinary background are invited to apply, including:

Anthropology ~ African American Studies ~ Area Studies ~ Art ~ Architecture ~ Composition ~ Creative Writing ~ Ethnomusicology ~ Film Studies ~ History of Art or Architecture ~ Latinx Studies ~ Literature ~ Liturgical Studies ~ Musicology ~ Native American and Indigenous Studies ~ Religious Studies ~ Ritual Studies ~ Sociology ~ Theatre Studies ~ Theology

Applications are due on October 15, 2024 for fellowships that begin in fall 2025. In addition to a competitive stipend, fellows receive research funds and relocation costs. More information and the application can be found at https://ism.yale.edu/ism-fellows. The application is now open and available. For questions, please contact the ISM Fellows Coordinator at ismfellows@yale.edu.

The ISM also offers Short-term fellowships to work in Yale libraries and collections. More information can be found at: https://ism.yale.edu/fellowships/short-term-collections-based-fellowships

Colorado College: TT Position Position in Anthropology (Environmental or Medical), Due: November 10, 2024

The Department of Anthropology is seeking to hire a sociocultural anthropologist at the Assistant Professor level with research and teaching expertise in environmental anthropology and/or medical anthropology. Further, we are interested in applicants with expertise or a strong interest in developing skills in lenses of equity (e.g. critical race studies) and those who use community-based learning or other applied approaches that can take advantage of opportunities in the local region. We are committed to hiring someone in this position who will join and strengthen our department’s commitment to antiracism, equity, and inclusion as stated in our Department of Anthropology Anti-Racism Statement. This tenure-track hire would be expected to teach introductory and upper-level courses in sociocultural anthropology that contribute to our course offerings for the major and minor and the college’s General Education requirements. This hire would also share departmental faculty’s responsibility in regularly teaching methods courses appropriate to their subdiscipline and the department’s core requirements for the major: Anthropology (AN) 206 Doing Ethnography, AN215 Anthropological Theory, and AN315 Senior Capstone.

Colorado College is a private, undergraduate liberal arts institution. Located in downtown Colorado Springs, the College enrolls approximately 2,200 undergraduate students. One distinguishing feature of Colorado College is its Block Plan, in which professors teach, and students take, one course at a time. Each block meets daily for three and a half weeks, allowing for unique teaching and learning strategies. Professors teach six of the eight blocks in an academic year, and this schedule often includes one block dedicated to supervising senior capstone projects. The Block Plan lends itself to experiential, field, community-based, and project-based teaching. Funds and logistical support for such projects are available through the College and the Anthropology Department. For more information, consult the following link https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/blockplan/.

Colorado College seeks to develop an inclusive community, welcoming students and employees with a diversity of backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives, thereby enriching our shared learning environment. The College is committed to becoming an antiracist institution in all its policies, practices, and pedagogies. The Department and College believe that recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty committed to building an inclusive community strengthens and deepens our lives and scholarship. Candidates who can contribute to these goals are particularly encouraged to apply.

For more information on the department, please visit: https://www.coloradocollege.edu/academics/dept/anthropology/

To view the department’s antiracism statement, please visit: https://www.coloradocollege.edu/academics/dept/anthropology/about_us/our_department.html

Preferred Qualifications: A demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching and research. A commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism (ADEI) in the classroom, as a mentor, and as a researcher.

Minimum Qualifications: The successful candidate will hold a PhD in anthropology at start of appointment with expertise in environmental and/or medical anthropology.

Application deadline: 11/10/2024 at 11:59 PM Mountain Time

Application Information: To be considered for this position, please apply at https://jobs.coloradocollege.edu/jobs/assistant-professor-of-anthropology-on-campus-colorado-united-states.

References will be contacted to upload a letter of recommendation when a candidate accepts a Zoom/Phone interview

Required Documents

1) Curriculum vitae

2) One to three sample syllabi

3) Names and contact information for three references. References will be contacted when candidates have advanced in the hiring process.

4) In lieu of a cover letter, please provide a brief response to a – d (below). Each response should be around one to two paragraphs in length, aiming for a word count of approximately 300 – 600 words for each response.

a. Why are you interested in the teacher-scholar model utilized at CC and many other liberal arts institutions?

b. Describe your current research

c. How do you envision using the college’s block plan schedule in your teaching?

d. How will you use ADEI approaches in your teaching?

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $88,500 to $90,000

Visa Sponsorship Information: Eligible for H-1B sponsorship

For additional information, please see the application announcement.

Idaho State University - Assistant Professor of Anthropology ( Priority Deadline: October 1, 2024)

Job Description

The Department of Anthropology at Idaho State University seeks an exceptional colleague for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the sub-field of medical anthropology to support and grow critical programming in teaching and research. This 9-month tenure-track position will begin August 2025. Candidates will demonstrate collaborative research interests emphasizing the intersection between medical anthropology and Latinx/Latin American studies, complementing current department strengths and the health professions mission of Idaho State University. Successful applicants will have a strong background in cultural anthropology and ethnographic methods. Research foci may include, but is not limited to, public health, ethnomedicine, environmental health, mental health, violence and trauma, gender and sexuality, biotechnologies, globalization of disease, policy, among many.

Applicants should demonstrate original research specializing in medical anthropology or global health as evidenced in publications and grants, with the potential to attract significant external funding. Applicants should also demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in medical and cultural anthropology, student mentoring, community engagement, and a commitment to working with diverse populations, including Latinx and/or indigenous students.

The successful applicant will teach 6 courses (3 per semester) in medical and cultural anthropology, including introductory courses, upper division courses, and graduate courses that may be field based, service learning, online, or interdisciplinary. Faculty are expected to supervise undergraduate and graduate students, perform university and professional service, and conduct active research that involves students.

As a college, we pride ourselves on being a community of scholars who make meaningful, professional contributions to our disciplines, departments, university, and community. This includes being passionate about providing outstanding learning opportunities for our students, many of whom are first-generation college students from Idaho. We also pride ourselves on our commitment to working collaboratively with other members of the department to achieve university goals to meet our collective mission. Our goal in the College of Arts and Letters is to work together in putting students first, and we expect all our faculty to embrace this core value.

Key Responsibilities

Teach six courses per year in cultural anthropology, medical anthropology, and Latino Studies at the introductory and advanced levels
Supervise undergraduate and graduate students, mentoring student development
Conduct active fieldwork and research that involves students
Seek external funding for research
Perform department, university, discipline, and community service as appropriate
Foster collaborations across disciplines, the university, and community
Direct Medical Anthropology Certificates and Latino Studies programs

Minimum Qualifications

PhD in Anthropology or related field at the time of appointment
Demonstrates dynamic research specialization in medical anthropology or related emphasis
Demonstrates accomplishment or clear potential for significant external funding
Demonstrates innovative and engaging teaching

Preferred Qualifications

Conducts active field research on current medical anthropology issues
Research emphasis on the Latinx experience, Latin America, or related area of specialization
Spanish language skills

Institution Information

Idaho State University, established in 1901, is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000 students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students and faculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand, natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of our University community!

Additional Information

You must submit your CV/resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references, including current contact information. This position will remain open until it is filled, priority review of applications will begin October 1, 2024. Salary will be between $60,000 - $70,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistance program (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; and generous paid time off/sick leave accrual. All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation, provided by HireRight.

Posting Number: req2187
Type: Working 9 months per year
Position: Faculty Tenure Track
Division: College of Arts and Letters

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.