Temporary Faculty, Anthropology

Georgia Southern University; Statesboro (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Georgia Southern University invites applications for a pool of Temporary Faculty in Anthropology to teach undergraduate courses at the Statesboro Campus for the 2026-2027 academic year. Instructors may teach face-to-face, hybrid, or online formats as needed.

Qualified candidates hold a master's degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Anthropology, and are committed to student success initiatives, pedagogy development, and curriculum design.

Qualifications

• Earned master's degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Anthropology at the time of appointment.
• Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives
• Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in Anthropology.
• Applicants may be asked to teach in various modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, and online).

Skills

Engaging customer service

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Human relations skills

Education

Master's degree in Anthropology

18 graduate semester hours in Anthropology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Temporary Faculty, Anthropology

Job ID: 303631

Location: Statesboro, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary:

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and more than 100 countries.

With four vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah, the Liberty Campus in Hinesville, and the East Georgia Campus in Swainsboro - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment that encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned specialized accreditation from numerous professional and academic associations that set standards in their respective fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive, student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally recognized for the caliber of its academic programs and student experience. Georgia Southern University has also been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location

Statesboro Campus

1332 Southern Drive

Statesboro, GA 30458

Armstrong Campus

11935 Abercorn Street

Savannah, GA 31419

Liberty Campus

175 West Memorial Drive

Hinesville, GA 31313

East Georgia Campus

131 College Circle

Swainsboro, GA 30401

Responsibilities

The Department of Sociology and Anthropology is now accepting applications for a pool of part time instructors for the 2026-2027 academic year to teach undergraduate courses in Anthropology.

• Teach undergraduate courses in Anthropology
• Applicants may be asked to teach in various modalities (face-to-face, hybrid, and online).

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and The Commission on Colleges and Universities (formerly SACSCOC) Faculty Credentials Guidelines.

Required Qualifications

Earned masters degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Anthropology at the time of appointment.

Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives

Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development.

Proposed Salary

Commensurate with experience.

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least 2 professional references. Other documentation may be requested.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Consistently exhibit engaging customer service

Ability to support various constituencies served by the University

Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Contact Information

Dr. Ted M. Brimeyer

[e-mail]

912-478-5621

For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at [phone] or [e-mail].

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect.These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

All work (with limited exceptions such as research and study abroad outside activities such as grading and email correspondence) for Georgia Southern University must be completed while the employee is physically present in the state of Georgia, unless specifically authorized by the university for a specific purpose and limited period of time within current policy.

Faculty are expected to contribute to the vibrant university community by engaging students, participating in events, and performing other responsibilities on-campus.

Faculty may be required to teach, conduct research, or perform service duties on any of the three campuses. Georgia Southern provides accessible transportation options between campuses.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Equal Employment Opportunity

More information about the institution is available through http://www.georgiasouthern.edu or https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/cbss/. The names of applicants and nominees, vitae, and other non-evaluative information may be subject to public inspection under the Georgia Open Records Act. Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: [phone].

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.

This position will not be required to drive.

This role is not considered a position of trust.

Background Check

• Standard + Education