Assistant Professor of Anthropology

College of Charleston; EE. UU.; Presencial; USD 70.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The College of Charleston invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology, beginning August 16, 2027. We seek a broadly trained cultural anthropologist with a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching at a public undergraduate institution.

The successful candidate will teach three courses per semester (typically limited to two preps), ranging from a four-field introductory course to upper-level anthropology.

Formación

• Ph.D. in Anthropology required by time of appointment.
• Broadly trained cultural anthropologist with commitment to undergraduate teaching.
• Ability to teach and mentor undergraduates with diverse backgrounds.

Responsabilidades

• Teach three courses per semester (typically two preps).
• Deliver courses ranging from four-field introductory to upper-level anthropology.
• Contribute to undergraduate advising and curriculum development, including pre-law advising as applicable.

Educación

Ph.D. in Anthropology

Descripción del empleo

The College of Charleston Department of Sociology and Anthropology invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position beginning August 16, 2027. We seek a broadly trained cultural anthropologist who demonstrates a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching in at a undergraduate institution. The successful candidate will teach three courses per semester (typically limited to two course preps), ranging from a four-field introductory course to upper-level anthropology courses. Preference will be given to those that specialize in Political and Legal Anthropology with the ability to contribute to the College of Charleston’s pre-law advising program. We seek candidates with an active, current research agenda.

A Ph.D. in Anthropology is required by the time of appointment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially value the ability to teach and mentor undergraduate students with differing experiences, needs, and perspectives.

• Cover letter outlining candidate’s current research agenda and teaching experience
• Curriculum vitae
• Unofficial graduate transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon hiring)
• One sample manuscript
• One sample syllabus (upload under “Other Document”)
• Contact information for three references who may be asked to submit letters of recommendation online at the virtual interview stage in the selection process, at least one of whom should specifically address your teaching qualifications.

Review of applications will begin on Tuesday, December 15. Position open until filled. Questions regarding the position can be directed to Dr. Allison Foley at [e-mail].

The College of Charleston, located in Charleston, SC, is a public institution of 11,000 students with a commitment to excellence in teaching and research. The Department of Sociology and Anthropology consists of 17 faculty (7 anthropologists and 10 sociologists) and has approximately 190 undergraduate majors (SOCY 125, ANTH 65). Applicants may learn more about the department at https://charleston.edu/sociology-anthropology/index.php.