Assistant Professor of Instruction, Anthropology (Non-tenure track)

Ohio University Kids; Athens (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio University is seeking an Assistant Professor of Instruction in Anthropology for a non-tenure track position starting in Fall 2025. The role involves teaching introductory courses and engaging with students through community-based research. The position offers a competitive benefits package and a vibrant academic environment in Athens, Ohio.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Holidays

Educational Benefits

Sick Leave

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• ABD in Anthropology or related field required.
• Experience as an Instructor of Record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory courses in Cultural and Biological Anthropology.
• Non-tenure track faculty teach an eight-course load per year.

Skills

Teaching Philosophy

Public Engagement

Education

Ph.D. in Anthropology

Job description

Assistant Professor of Instruction, Anthropology (Non-tenure track)

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Assistant Professor of Instruction, Anthropology (Non-tenure track)

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button.If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link.Applicant Portal Voluntary Demographics. The information requested below is used to assist us in our compliance with Federal/State equal employment opportunity record keeping and reporting. Your response is voluntary and will not be used in any way to determine your eligibility for employment.

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

To apply, please complete the online application and include:

Cover letter

Curriculum Vitae

Statement of Teaching Philosophy

Unofficial copy of graduate school transcripts

Sample syllabus(i) for Introduction to Cultural Anthropology and/or Introduction to Biological Anthropology

Other documents to provide evidence of your teaching quality. These may include course evaluations, peer observations, etc. These other documents must be combined into one pdf file and uploaded using the document type “Other."

A list of 3 professional references with current contact information, including email addresses. Letters of recommendation will be requested after an initial screening of candidates to minimize inconvenience to applicants and referees.

Review of application materials will begin immediately. The position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by 11:59pm, EST on the close date listed below.

Posting Details

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the ‘Posting End Date’ shown below.

Position Information Job Title Assistant Professor of Instruction, Anthropology (Non-tenure track) Applications Accepted From Public: Open to the Public Special Instructions to Applicants To apply, please complete the online application and include:

Cover letter

Curriculum Vitae

Statement of Teaching Philosophy

Unofficial copy of graduate school transcripts

Sample syllabus(i) for Introduction to Cultural Anthropology and/or Introduction to Biological Anthropology

Other documents to provide evidence of your teaching quality. These may include course evaluations, peer observations, etc. These other documents must be combined into one pdf file and uploaded using the document type “Other."

A list of 3 professional references with current contact information, including email addresses. Letters of recommendation will be requested after an initial screening of candidates to minimize inconvenience to applicants and referees.

Review of application materials will begin immediately. The position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by 11:59pm, EST on the close date listed below. This position is eligible for the following benefits: medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, and retirement. Posting Number 20162836F Job Description OHIO UNIVERSITY’s Department of Sociology and Anthropology invites applications for a one-year non-tenure-track Assistant Professor of Instruction specializing in Anthropology beginning in Fall 2025-2026. The successful candidate will be expected to teach introductory courses in Cultural Anthropology and/or Biological Anthropology on both the Athens campus and eCampus. Non-tenure track faculty teach an eight-course teaching load per year.

This Assistant Professor of Instruction position is a full-time, nine-month benefitted position for the academic term of one year (from August 16, 2025, to May 15, 2026). Depending on departmental requirements, funding availability, and the candidate’s successful performance, there is a possibility of extending the position for additional years.

Housed in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology , the Anthropology Program consists of 7 full-time faculty and over 100 majors and minors. The program maintains a core focus on public engagement and outreach across the subfields. This focus provides opportunities for undergraduate students through community-based research and learning such as internships, field schools, independent research projects, and study abroad opportunities. Ohio University is a Research Intensive institution that serves more than 20,000 students on a residential campus in Athens, Ohio, a college town seventy-five miles southeast of Columbus, Ohio, as well as expanding eCampus online programs.

College of Arts & Sciences
This college is central to Ohio University’s transformative learning experience. The foundational instruction for the entire university, delivered through the general education and liberal arts curriculum, is provided by the College of Arts and Sciences . The college provides the primary instruction for approximately one-third of the undergraduate majors on campus, as well as half of the undergraduate credit hours on the Athens campus. In addition, the college offers a number of master’s programs, and eight departments offer doctoral degrees.
Ohio University
Established in 1804, Ohio University has a rich history and beautiful Appalachian settings. As part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. Athens, home of Ohio University, provides a classic and vibrant residential learning environment for over 28,000 students across all campuses, and is a family-friendly and culturally rich community. The charm of treelined brick walkways on the University’s College Green makes you feel as if you are at a small college rather than a large university. Our picturesque campus is located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains amidst scenic state and national parks. Recently, Athens was rated the Best College Small Town by the readers of USA Today. Ohio University has joined the highest level of research institutions in the country by earning the R1 Classification in the latest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Ohio University is a member of the OH/Western PA/WV Higher Education Recruitment Consortium:www.ohwpawvherc.org .

Minimum Qualifications

• The successful candidate must be ABD in Anthropology, or a related field, at the time of application and must have a Ph.D. in Anthropology or a related field by December 31, 2025.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in Anthropology, or a related field, by the start date of the position.
• Experience as an Instructor of Record.

Department Sociology and Anthropology Pay Rate Salary will be commensurate with education and experience, while also considering internal equity. Employees also enjoy a generous benefits package including paid holidays, sick time, a tuition waiver up to 100% for self and dependents, a comprehensive insurance package (including but not limited to health, prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance), an excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% company contribution, a 12-week parental leave program, adoption reimbursement, transgender care, flextime and flexplace policies, counseling and mental health care, access to professional development programs and more. Additional information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits. Job Open Date 05/12/2025 Posting Close Date 06/12/2025 Employment Type full-time term Job Category Instructional and Clinical Faculty Months 9 month Planning Unit College of Arts & Sciences Work Schedule Campus Athens Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position. Nancy Vandeman, [e-mail] Non-Discrimination Statement Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer. Clery Act Crime Statistics Clery Act Statistics

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Teaching philosophy statement

Actual or proposed course syllabi

Other (See Special Instructions to Applicants for Details)

References

Unofficial transcripts

Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

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