Tenure-Track: Evolutionary Biocultural Aging Scholar

Boston University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston University’s Department of Anthropology invites applications for an Assistant Professor position focusing on the Future of Healthy Aging. The successful candidate will pursue evolutionary and biocultural approaches to aging, bridging biological and population perspectives and potentially applying AI methods to large biomedical datasets.

We seek a biological anthropologist who can establish an independent research program, contribute to teaching and mentoring, and participate in

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent degree in Anthropology or related field.
• Ability to lead an independent research program.
• Commitment to excellence and innovation in teaching, education, and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead an independent research program; actively engage in collaborative research; teach and mentor students.
• Provide rank-appropriate service to the department, university, and profession.
• Develop and apply computational and AI methods to large biomedical datasets and collaborate across disciplines.

Skills

Independent research leadership

Teaching and mentorship

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD in Anthropology

Job description

Boston University’s Department of Anthropology invites applications for an Assistant Professor position focusing on the Future of Healthy Aging. The successful candidate will pursue evolutionary and biocultural approaches to aging, bridging biological and population perspectives and potentially applying AI methods to large biomedical datasets.

We seek a biological anthropologist who can establish an independent research program, contribute to teaching and mentoring, and participate in