Visiting Assistant Professor (Human Biology) - Anthropology

The University at Albany, State University of New York; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University at Albany, State University of New York is seeking a Visiting Assistant Professor for the 2026-27 academic year in the Department of Anthropology. The successful candidate will teach lab sections in Human Anatomy and Physiology and upper-level courses in Biological Anthropology.

Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. degree and experience teaching at the college level. The environment is supportive of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and applicants will be expected to contribute positively to these values.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within a diverse campus community.
• Experience teaching at the college or university level.
• Experience teaching human anatomy and physiology.

Responsibilities

• Teach lab sections for Human Anatomy and Physiology and upper-level courses.
• Provide service to the University, College, and Department.
• Perform other reasonable duties as assigned.

Skills

Inclusive teaching methods

Development of equitable relationships

Education

Ph.D. or terminal degree in relevant field

Job description

Location: Albany, NY

Category: Faculty

Job Type: Full-time Temporary

A Visiting Assistant Professor (academic‑year appointment) for the 2026‑27 academic year in the Department of Anthropology, University at Albany, SUNY. The position is for a large and growing undergraduate major in Human Biology and carries teaching obligations for Human Anatomy and Physiology lab sections (AANT 316/AANT 318) and upper‑level Biological Anthropology/Human Biology courses. The successful candidate will teach three courses per semester.

Primary Responsibilities

• Teaching lab sections for Human Anatomy and Physiology (AANT 316/AANT 318) and upper‑level courses in Biological Anthropology/Human Biology, or other courses as assigned.
• University, College, Department Service and other reasonable duties as assigned.

Functional and Supervisory Relationships

• Reports to: Department Chair
• May supervise employees as assigned

Job Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within a diverse campus community.
• Demonstrated ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to the role.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree or terminal degree from an accredited institution.
• Experience teaching at the college or university level.
• Experience teaching human anatomy and physiology at the undergraduate or graduate level.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biological Anthropology, Biology, or related field from an accredited institution.
• Experience teaching undergraduates in Biological Anthropology, Biology, or related discipline.

Working Environment

• Typical office, classroom, and instructional laboratory environment.

Professional Rank and Salary Range

Visiting Assistant Professor (academic‑year appointment)

Special Notes

Visa sponsorship is not available. This position is not an E‑Verify employer.

Equal Opportunity Statement

THE UNIVERSITY AT ALBANY IS AN EO/AA/IRCA/ADA EMPLOYER