Assistant Professor of Anthropological Archaeology, One-Year Term (Start Fall 2025)
Grinnell College
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Posted: 17-Dec-24
Location: Grinnell, Iowa
Type: Full Time
Salary: Competitive
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The Department of Anthropology invites applications for a one-year term contract with the possibility of renewal appointment in anthropological archaeology beginning fall 2025. Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Instructor (ABD) or Associate Professor possible. Research and teaching interests are open to any area in the subfield. Teaching will include an introductory course that incorporates the four-fields of American anthropology (i.e. biological anthropology, archaeology, cultural anthropology, and linguistic anthropology) through the exploration of some topic (such as adaptation, kinship, childhood, migration, etc.), as well as intermediate and upper-level archaeology courses in the candidate’s specialization. The ability to teach a course in archaeological methods is also desirable. Term contract renewals are subject to departmental and college priorities and budget availability.
Grinnell College is a highly selective undergraduate liberal arts college with a strong tradition of social responsibility. In letters of application, candidates should discuss their potential to contribute to a college community that maintains a diversity of people and perspectives as one of its core values. To be assured of full consideration, all application materials should be received by March 2, 2025. Please visit our application website at https://jobs.grinnell.edu to find more details about the job and submit applications online. Candidates will need to upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts (copies are acceptable), titles and course descriptions for an introductory four-fields topics course and two archaeology courses at the intermediate or advanced levels and provide email addresses for three references. Questions about this search should be directed to the search chair, Associate Professor Monty Roper, at AnthropologyySearch@grinnell.edu or 641-269-3017.
Grinnell College is committed to establishing and maintaining a safe and nondiscriminatory educational environment for all College community members. It is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in matters of admission, employment, and housing, and in access to and participation in its education programs, services, and activities. The college does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, religion, disability, creed, or any other protected class.
An offer for this position will be contingent on successful completion of a background check.
Assistant Professor (Ph.D.) preferred; Instructor (ABD) or Associate Professor possible.
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