Lecturer Pool, Department of Anthropology

University of California - Santa Barbara; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 70,977 - 98,249; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Anthropology at UCSB invites applications for our lecturer pool, focusing on Archaeology, Integrative Anthropological Science, and Sociocultural Anthropology. The number of positions varies from quarter to quarter, depending on the needs of the department.

We aim to enrich our academic community with broad perspectives and innovative teaching. This opportunity is ideal for educators enthusiastic about employing modern pedagogies to meet the varied needs of a wide range of

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Anthropology or related field required at time of application.
• Minimum of 1 year of demonstrated teaching experience.
• Ph.D. in Anthropology or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Archaeology, Integrative Anthropological Science, and Sociocultural Anthropology.
• Contribute to the lecturer pool and engage in effective teaching practices to support diverse learners.

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

Master's degree in Anthropology

Ph.D. in Anthropology (preferred)

Job description

Position overview

Position title: Lecturer in Anthropology

Salary range

See Table 15 for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimated full-time (100%) annual rate for this position is $70,977 - $98,249. Percent appointments may vary.

Percent time

Percent appointments may vary, up to 100%

Application Window

• Open date: June 4, 2026
• Most recent review date: Thursday, Jun 18, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
• Final date: Wednesday, Mar 31, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

The Department of Anthropology at UCSB invites applications for our lecturer pool, focusing on Archaeology, Integrative Anthropological Science, and Sociocultural Anthropology. The number of positions varies from quarter to quarter, depending on the needs of the department. We aim to enrich our academic community with broad perspectives and innovative teaching. This opportunity is ideal for educators enthusiastic about employing modern pedagogies to meet the varied needs of a wide range of academic backgrounds, thereby enhancing learning experiences and academic excellence.

The posting will remain open until March 31, 2027, to accommodate our department needs. The pool will close on March 31, 2027; if you would like to continue to be considered after that time, and the pooled position is advertised again, you will need to submit a new application.

Please note: The use of a lecturer pool does not guarantee that an open position exists at the time you are applying. See the next review date specified in UC Recruit to indicate the next potential upcoming opening. If there is no future review date showing, your application may not be considered at this time.

Department: https://www.anth.ucsb.edu/

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• Minimum of a Master's Degree in Anthropology or related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of demonstrated teaching experience.

Preferred qualifications

• Ph.D. in Anthropology or related field

Application Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Teaching - Maximum of 2 pages. May include, but not limited to, detailed teaching experience, teaching philosophy, teaching strategies, career goals as a teacher, and preferred courses to teach.
• Teaching Evaluations - Provide one year's worth of teaching evaluations. (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

References will only be contacted for the top candidate(s).

About UC Santa Barbara

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination as defined by the employer.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, students and third parties
• APM - 035: Aff irmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment

Additionally, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.