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One-year, Full-time Teaching Position, Cultural Anthropology, Shippensburg University

The Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Shippensburg University is seeking candidates for a temporary, one-year, full-time teaching position in cultural anthropology beginning August 2013.  Preference will be given to candidates specializing in applied anthropology; geographical area is open. The successful candidate will be expected to teach four courses per semester, which will include two sections of an introductory course in cultural anthropology as well as two upper-level courses in the candidate’s areas of topical and regional specialization.  An ABD in cultural anthropology is required; a Ph.D. is highly desirable. 

Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, names and contact information for three references, and unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial for application, official prior to an on-campus interview) to:  Dr. Alice James, Anthropology Search Committee Chair, Department of Sociology and Anthropology, Shippensburg University, 1871 Old Main Drive, Shippensburg PA  17257-2299.  As part of a successful on-campus interview process, selected candidates will be expected to provide a demonstration of teaching effectiveness and evidence of understanding diverse populations.

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check, proof of eligibility to work in the U.S., as well as sufficient course enrollment and budget allocations.  Review of application materials will begin on March 1 and continue until the position is filled. Shippensburg University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran’s status, sex/gender, sexual orientation/preference and gender identity/expression. Shippensburg offers employment benefits to domestic partners of employees.  Individuals from traditionally underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply. Visit our website at www.ship.edu.

(February 1, 2012)

Assistant Professor, Social and Behavioral Sciences, Indiana University Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health at IUPUI

Join the faculty of an exciting and growing academic Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences at the Indiana University Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health at Indiana University, Indianapolis Campus. The Indianapolis Campus is the focal point of health professions education at Indiana University. The newly established IU School of Public Health is a rapidly growing institution whose mission is to cultivate innovative, interdisciplinary, community engaged education, research and service and prepare leaders in public health and health care.

The Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences and CEPH accredited public health program is recruiting two highly motivated behavioral scientists to teach public health courses, advise students, conduct research and engage in professional service.

The IU School of Public Health offers three PhD programs; an MPH program with concentrations in Social and Behavioral Sciences, Environmental Health, Epidemiology, Health Policy and Management, and Biostatistics; and a Master of Health Administration program. The School also offers a Bachelor of Science in Public Health with majors in Community Health and Environmental Health Science and a Bachelor of Science in Health Services Management.

The Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences oversees the BSPH in Community Health and Social and Behavioral Concentration of the MPH program. Faculty within the Department have diverse research activities ranging from examining the role and impact of underlying determinants of health to cancer survivorship and chronic disease prevention in vulnerable populations. Our Department has well established relationships with community serving agencies; we are especially interested in candidates whose interests, prior research and training experience prepare them for this type of work. To learn more about the work done in the School and Department please visit our website at http://pbhealth.iupui.edu.

The faculty rank for these positions is open and will be determined based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. Applicants should have a research track record and interests in public health or a related discipline.

The successful candidates will have:

  • A doctorate in public health or related social sciences (such as anthropology, human geography, psychology, sociology) with an emphasis on community engaged research, health disparities, vulnerable populations, and/or social determinants of health; preferably utilizing mixed methods in areas complementary to existing faculty interests.
  • A developing or active program of funded research with high potential for external funding.
  • Teaching experience or strong interest in teaching courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels in areas such as social and behavioral theory and methods, qualitative methods, intervention design, program planning and evaluation.
  • Clear evidence of academic scholarship in the social and behavioral sciences or a closely related field.

Review of applications for these tenure track positions will begin December 1st, 2012 and continue until the positions are filled. Salary will be commensurate with rank and experience. We are committed to building a diverse faculty and encourage and welcome applications from underrepresented groups and women.

Indianapolis is the capital of Indiana and the country's 11th largest city. It is large enough to play host to the Indianapolis 500 (the largest single-day sporting event in the world) and the 2012 Super Bowl, but small enough to personify small-town charm. Indianapolis offers superb cultural, educational, sports and dining opportunities. Residents enjoy low cost of living, short commute times, and high quality of life.

Applicants should submit curriculum vitae, cover letter and names/contact information of six references in the relevant areas described above. Electronic submissions should be addressed to Eric Wright, PhD and sent to Amanda Baldwin, Financial Services Coordinator for Administration and Finance, School of Public Health at fsphsrch@iupui.edu. Inquiries about the position should be sent to Lisa Staten, PhD, Department Chair, Social and Behavioral Sciences at lkstaten@iupui.edu.

IUPUI is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution M/F/D.

(November 7, 2012)

Associate Professor or Professor, Environmental Health Disparities, University of Texas at El Paso

Position Description

The University of Texas at El Paso is seeking a tenure-track or tenured faculty member at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor in the area of environmental health disparities. The candidate’s current and/or future research should be relevant to international border regions, especially the U.S.-Mexico border.  Responsibilities include teaching and mentoring at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.  The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active research agenda, secure extramural funding, and serve on departmental and university committees.  Examples of potential research topics include environmental and health factors stemming from both natural and built environments; socioeconomic factors as determinants of environmental health; public policies and their implications; and others. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to collaborative interdisciplinary research and the ability to work with stakeholders in the health, environmental, and social sectors. The academic home will be in an appropriate department in the College of Health Sciences, College of Liberal Arts, or College of Science, depending on the individual’s training and research interests. Collaboration across departments and colleges and with interdisciplinary research centers on campus will be expected.

About UTEP & El Paso

The University of Texas at El Paso is an emerging national research university at the heart of the U.S.-Mexico border region committed to the ideals of access and excellence. UTEP ’s nearly $70 million in research spending a year ranks the University among the top 200 universities in the nation; and its more than $35 million in federal research spending ranks fourth among all Texas public universities. In 2012, UTEP was ranked #12 in the nation by the Washington Monthly in its annual “College Guide and Rankings.”  UTEP enrolls more than 22,000 students – about 77 percent of them Hispanic – and is the only doctoral research university in the nation with a student body that is a majority Mexican- American.  UTEP offers 70 bachelor’s, 79 master’s, and 19 doctoral programs – with more in development. UTEP features excellent classroom and laboratory facilities, including the recently opened Health Sciences Building.  For more information about UTEP, please visit our website: www.utep.edu.

El Paso County is a highly livable, bi-cultural community of 800,000 people that offers affordable homes and is the safest large city in the United States. Shielded by mountains on three sides, El Paso enjoys more than 300 days of sunshine annually and a dry climate, making it possible to engage in outdoor activities year-round. The city of El Paso adjoins both the state of New

Mexico and the country of Mexico, making it one of the largest international communities in the world. El Paso comprises 248 square miles and is the sixth largest city in Texas and 19th largest in the United States.

Required Qualifications

An earned doctorate in an appropriate field of science, health science, social science, or related area with a record of scholarship and experience to qualify for the rank of either Associate or Full Professor; demonstrated ability to effectively teach and mentor students; and a successful record of obtaining funding through grants and contracts.

The successful candidate must be able to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, and community members from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates are encouraged to apply.

Appoint Date and Salary

Anticipated appointment date is fall 2013.  Salary will be competitive for rank and commensurate with experience.  The position comes with an attractive start-up package and excellent fringe benefits.

Application Procedure

Applications will be received until the position is filled.  Review of applications will begin January 1, 2013. Only electronic submissions will be accepted. Applicants must submit the following in a single PDF file: 1) a letter of application, 2) curriculum vita, and 3) name, title, and contact information for three references. The PDF file should be sent electronically as an attachment and labeled with the initials and last name of the applicant to:  wlhargrove@utep.edu.

For Questions or More Information, Contact

wlhargrove@utep.edu

The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services.

(November 3, 2012 - January 1, 2013)

Assistant Professor, Anthropology/Archaeology/Heritage Studies, Michigan Technological University

The Department of Social Sciences at Michigan Technological University seeks a tenure-track faculty member in Anthropology/Archaeology/Heritage Studies to join an interdisciplinary social sciences faculty.

The Department of Social Sciences offers an M.S. program in Industrial Archaeology and a Ph.D. program in Industrial Heritage and Archaeology.  In addition it offers B.S./B.A. programs in Anthropology, History, and general Social Science as well as M.S. and Ph.D. programs in Environmental & Energy Policy. The successful applicant will teach undergraduate courses in his or her fields, contribute to graduate teaching and research, and seek/secure external funds to support graduate research. Potential areas of expertise might include heritage planning; industrial and historic site development, interpretation, and management; material culture and industry; and analyses of historic/industrial landscapes.   Stand-alone teaching experience and experience seeking external funding are preferred for this position; teaching load is typically 2/2.  This is a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level, beginning August 2013.  An earned Ph.D. in anthropology, archaeology or related disciplines is expected at the time of appointment. 

 Michigan Tech, a research university with 7,000 undergraduate and graduate students, values diversity, cross-disciplinary faculty, and student contributions to research.   Located on Lake Superior in Houghton, Michigan, its community offers year-round recreational and cultural opportunities.  This environment, combined with a competitive compensation package and an average cost of living, results in an excellent quality of life.

Applicants should send: a letter of interest and details describing their teaching experience and their research plans pertinent to contributing to an interdisciplinary social sciences department; a curriculum vitae; and contact information for three referees. Review of the applications will begin on December 1, 2012 and continue until the position is filled.  Candidates should submit application materials via electronic transmission to http://www.jobs.mtu.edu/postings/683 at the Human Relations office of Michigan Tech.

Contact person:  Dr. S.R. Martin (srmartin@mtu.edu).      

Michigan Tech is an ADVANCE institution, one of a limited number of universities in receipt of NSF funds in support of our commitment to increase diversity and the participation and advancement of women in STEM. The university is also in its sixth year of a strategic faculty hiring initiative (see www.mtu.edu/sfhi).  We also have a Dual Career Program which assists departments with partner orientation to the university and community and identification of possible positions for partners (see www.dual.mtu.edu).

Michigan Tech is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer/educational institution.

(October 25, 2012)

Department Head, Anthropology, Univ. of North Carolina at Greensboro

The Department of Anthropology at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro invites applications and nominations for the position of Department Head, the appointment to be effective August 1, 2013. The appointment carries permanent tenure and may be at the rank of either Professor or Associate Professor, depending upon the individual’s qualifications and experience.

The Head is expected to provide effective administrative and intellectual leadership for the department, to have a strong commitment to the department’s undergraduate mission, to support the faculty in their work as teachers and researchers, to supervise further development of the undergraduate program and undergraduate research opportunities, and to establish strong ties between the department and university initiatives. The department welcomes applications from individuals representing any area of anthropology, particularly those whose empirical research would complement the emphases already represented in the department.

The Department of Anthropology (http://www.uncg.edu/ant) is one of 20 departments in the College of Arts & Sciences and offers the BA degree with a current enrollment of approximately 116 undergraduate majors. The department supports a four-field approach to anthropology and values hands-on experiences for students. It has nine full-time faculty members and expects to be hiring additional tenure-track faculty in the coming years. The areas currently represented are archaeology, cultural anthropology, and biological anthropology. The faculty members have a strong commitment to engaging students in their research programs.

UNC Greensboro, one of 16 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a research university with high research activity and as a community-engaged campus. Enrollment is approximately 18,000 students, including 3,000 graduate students, in the College and six professional schools. Greensboro is a city of about 240,000 in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, a location providing easy access to the Research Triangle and to recreational opportunities at the coast and the mountains. The local metropolitan area (which includes the cities of High Point and Winston-Salem) has a population of almost one million and offers an excellent quality of life.

UNC Greensboro is especially proud of the diversity of its student body, and it seeks to attract an equally diverse applicant pool for this position, including women and members of minority groups. It is an AA/EEO employer with a strong commitment to increasing faculty diversity and will respond creatively to the needs of dual-career couples. Review of applications will begin on Jan. 2, 2013, and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit their vita with a letter explaining their interest in the position and a description of their approach to the responsibilities of a Department Head, including evidence of demonstrated leadership accomplishments as well as effective communication and organizational skills; a statement about their research program and evidence of funded research; a statement about their teaching philosophy; and contact information for four references. If you have questions about the position, please contact the chair of the search committee, Denise Baker (dnbaker@uncg.edu)

Applications should be submitted by email to lawright@uncg.edu.

(October 24, 2012)

Assistant Professor, Cultural Anthropology, University of Alaska Anchorage

The Department of Anthropology at the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) invites applications for an Assistant Professor in cultural anthropology with an emphasis in medical anthropology beginning August 2013. This is a tenure-track position requiring teaching excellence, research, and service.

Candidates should demonstrate knowledge, scholarly and research interests, and the ability to stimulate and encourage student interest in medical and cultural anthropology. Both the applicant's prior geographic area of research and area of interest within medical anthropology is open but the successful candidate must be interesting in developing an Alaska-based and applied research agenda. Medical anthropology has gained significance in Alaska because of the state's increased cultural diversity. Anchorage is Alaska's largest city with nearly 300,000 residents, where over 95 languages are spoken, and is the headquarters for the Alaska Native tribal health system. The University of Alaska Anchorage is also the designated health campus of the University of Alaska system. It is near three major hospitals and many health related agencies, affording abundant opportunities for developing interdisciplinary and inter-organizational partnerships. The Department seeks a candidate dedicated to equity and diversity of the campus community and to promoting an environment that increases student knowledge about local, national, and global communities.

The successful candidate should be able to work collaboratively with multiple organizations and individuals who are attempting to build health research priorities in Alaska with an interdisciplinary vigor.

The successful candidate should be a talented and devoted teacher with a record of excellence in scholarship and research in medical anthropology. Candidates will be evaluated on their ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, some of which are stacked. The candidate should expect to teach general courses in cultural anthropology in addition to offerings in medical anthropology and other specialty areas of their choosing. The position is tripartite, requiring teaching 3 courses per semester, research and service activities.

Our seven-member department takes a four-field approach to anthropology, with a research focus on Alaska and the Far North. The department has a congenial faculty and enthusiastic students, with more than one hundred undergraduate majors enrolled in a bachelor's degree program, and over thirty graduate students in our master's program that specializes in applied anthropology. The department additionally offers general education courses for liberal arts undergraduates, and contributes to teaching in international studies, study abroad, and other programs.

The University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) is the largest of three universities in the University of Alaska system, serving nearly 20,000 students. Anchorage offers a lively intellectual and cultural life, including opera, symphony, art events, and varied restaurants. Set between the snow-capped peaks of the Chugach Mountains and the ocean waters of Cook Inlet, the temperate climate of the city offers ready access to national forests and parks, year-round outdoor recreation, and unsurpassed natural beauty.

There may be an opportunity for in-person interview with candidates still in consideration at the AAA annual meetings in San Francisco, November 14-18th, 2012. Relocation funds may be available. More information about the department and the university are available at http://www.uaa.alaska.edu, or contact Dr. Steve Langdon at sjlangdon@uaa.alaska.edu; 907-786-6848 and/or Dr. Marie Lowe at marie.lowe@uaa.alaska.edu; 907-786-6534.  

(October 9, 2012)

AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowships for Anthropologists

Organization: American Association for the Advancement of Science

Contact Name: AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowships Staff

Contact Phone: 202-326-6700

Contact Email: fellowships@aaas.org

Website: http://fellowships.aaas.org

Key Words: fellowship, social science, policy, postdoc

Address:

1200 New York Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20005

Salary: $74,000 to $99,000

The 2012-2013 AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowships is seeking anthropologists. The online application system is now open. Interested applicants are encouraged to start their application early and contact their references as soon as possible. Please share this information via your networks.

Deadline

The deadline for applications is December 5, 2012, 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. Apply at https://fellowshipapp.aaas.org/

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Opportunities

Assignments are available in congressional offices and executive branch agencies. Four fellowship areas are available for September 2013 through August 2014:

  • Congressional
  • Diplomacy, Security& Development
  • Energy, Environment & Agriculture
  • Health, Education & Human Services

Eligibility

Applicants must hold a doctoral level degree (PhD, MD, DVM, etc.), in any of the following:

  • Social/Behavioral sciences
  • Medical/Health disciplines
  • Biological, Physical or Earth sciences
  • Computational sciences and Mathematics
  • Engineering disciplines (applicants with a master*s degree in engineering and three years of experience also qualify).

All degree requirements must be completed by the application deadline.

Visit http://fellowships.aaas.org/04_Become/04_Eligibility.shtml to learn more about eligibility and selection criteria.

Benefits

Stipends range from approximately $74,000 to $99,000 (depending on experience and prior salary). Other benefits include health insurance, travel/training allowance and relocation allocation. For more information about benefits, visit http://fellowships.aaas.org/05_Support/05_index.shtml.

Details

To learn more about the AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowships, visit our website at http://fellowships.aaas.org. Please contact the Fellowships staff at fellowships@aaas.org or 202-326-6700 with questions.

(October 6, 2012)

Marilyn Yarbrough Dissertation/Teaching Fellowship, Kenyon College

Kenyon College announces a competition for the Marilyn Yarbrough Dissertation/Teaching Fellowship. This fellowship is designed to increase the presence of members of underrepresented groups (e.g., ethnic minorities; women in fields that attract mostly men, or men in fields that attract mostly women; and persons who are first-generation college attendees) as faculty in the liberal arts environment. Those eligible to apply include individuals who are enrolled in a research-based Ph.D. program; who aspire to a teaching and research career; and who have not yet earned a doctoral degree at any time and in any field.

Kenyon College, located on an idyllic campus in the beautiful village of Gambier (50 miles NE of Columbus), enrolls approximately 1650 students and is ranked in the top tier of national liberal arts colleges. Kenyon prides itself on its reputation as an excellent teaching environment enriched by small classes, close contact with highly motivated and engaged students and an excellent faculty of dedicated teacher scholars. For more specific information regarding this fellowship and for application instructions please visit: http://www.kenyon.edu/x58530.xml. To learn more about Kenyon, visit: www.kenyon.edu.

Review of applications will begin December 15, 2012 and continue until the position is filled.

Kenyon College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the College's policy to evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, ancestry, disability, national or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, political belief or activity, or status as a veteran. Kenyon welcomes diversity and encourages applications from women and minority candidates.

(October 4, 2012)

Tenure-track Assistant Professor, Applied Cultural Anthropology, University of South Florida

The Department of Anthropology at the University of South Florida (USF) invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in applied cultural anthropology, to begin August 7, 2013.  We seek a scholar with a research and teaching focus on global development issues that encompass questions of human rights, citizenship, inequality, and social justice, as experienced both nationally and internationally.  Particular issues of interest could include: migration and/or other population movements (e.g., forced displacement, human trafficking, and disasters); cultural heritage (e.g., stakeholder politics, cultural tourism/development); development in the wake of conflict (e.g., transitional justice, refugees, and role of NGOs); development and environmental justice; development and ethnic/racial inequality. Geographical focus is open, but the successful applicant will build on existing departmental strengths in Africa, Latin America/Caribbean, and the United States.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach core undergraduate courses (e.g., cultural anthropology, introductory linguistics); advanced undergraduate courses in her/his specialization, and graduate courses, including required classes and electives in the applied cultural track. S/he will also mentor MA and Ph.D. students. Further, as part of the USF Strategic plan, s/he will be expected to develop interdisciplinary research collaborations with USF faculty in other departments and colleges, and be prepared to seek external funding for research. Applicants must have the Ph.D. in Anthropology in hand by time of appointment, and should provide evidence of teaching/mentoring competence, commitment to applied research, and research success, such as external funding and publication. 

For further information about the department and university, visit our web site: http://anthropology.usf.edu. Applicants must apply on line at http://employment.usf.edu and follow instructions for applying for a faculty position. Via up-loading on the website, applicants should submit: a letter detailing experience and interest in position, a CV, evidence of teaching/mentoring ability, 1-3 research publications, and the names and contact information for three (3) references. Applications must be received by December 1, 2012.  The University of South Florida is an affirmative action, equal access, equal opportunity employer.  Applications from women and minorities are encouraged.  According to Florida law, applications and meetings regarding them are open to the public.  For ADA accommodations, contact Debbie Roberson (813-974-0775) at least five working days prior to need.  USF is an AA/EA/EO institution.

(October 1, 2012)