Teaching Assistant Professor of Anthropology

Submitted: 09/12/2024
Submitted By: Lucas Delezene
Department: Anthropology
Institution: University of Arkansas
Job type: Full time
Apply by: 01/05/2025
Application Email:
Application URL: https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UASYS/details/Teaching-Assistant-Professor-of-Anthropology_R0062294?q=%C2%A0R0062294%C2%A0&locations=17a66cdad98201f7890cfb48ca00e249

The Department of Anthropology and the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas invite applications for a full-time, non-tenure track Teaching Assistant Professor (TAP) to start August 2025. This is a standard nine-month faculty appointment.

The TAP will contribute to the Department’s commitment to undergraduate teaching and expand offerings in the large-enrollment Introduction to Biological Anthropology course. This is initially a one-year appointment, with annual reappointment and promotion contingent upon performance.

The ideal applicant is one that could contribute positively to the academic life within the Department of Anthropology, including pedagogical mentoring of graduate Teaching Assistants, and whose teaching and/or research background complements and broadens, but does not duplicate, that of the existing department faculty.

The individual appointed to this position will be responsible for teaching four in-person courses per semester, primarily Introduction to Biological Anthropology lectures and labs. The TAP is expected to develop and implement new methods of teaching to reflect changes in the field, update curriculum, construct syllabi, lead classroom instruction, write and administer exams, evaluate students, create interest and understanding among students, and serve on various student-oriented committees. Additionally, the TAP will supervise the Graduate Assistants responsible for delivering the Introduction to Biological Anthropology lab sections and conduct an annual in-person evaluation of Graduate Assistant teaching effectiveness. Based upon demand for courses and availability of funds, and subject to the recommendation of the department chair, summer, intersession, and online assignments can be provided for additional compensation. Summer teaching assignments can provide up
to one-third of the academic year salary and must comply with all university policies and procedures.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

About the Department
The Department of Anthropology at the University of Arkansas currently has 15 full time faculty, spanning the subdisciplines of Archaeology, Biological Anthropology, and Cultural Anthropology. Courses help students explore many approaches to the various subfields. For more information see the Department webpage: https://fulbright.uark.edu/departments/anthropology/.

Duties will include
90% Teaching
05% Research
05% Service

Minimum Qualifications
With submitted materials, the candidate must demonstrate: Ph.D. in Biological Anthropology (or a closely related field) from an accredited institution of higher education conferred by the date of initial appointment (August 11, 2025).

Preferred Qualifications
1) Demonstrated commitment to building a scholarly environment through teaching college undergraduates, particularly in introductory-level Biological Anthropology lecture and/or laboratory courses.
2) Teaching and/or research background that complements and broadens, but does not duplicate, existing Biological Anthropology faculty.
3) Documented ability to effectively communicate concepts related to Evolutionary Biology and Biological Anthropology.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
1) Documentation of, or willingness to engage in, pedagogical training related to undergraduate education.
2) Strong evidence of the ability to be an active, involved, and collegial member of a collaborative faculty team.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Completed applications received by January 5, 2025, will be assured full consideration. Late applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position.

For additional inquiries, please contact the search committee chair, Dr. Lucas Delezene, at delezene@uark.edu.

For a complete position announcement and information regarding how to apply, visit https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UASYS/details/Teaching-Assistant-Professor-of- Anthropology_R0062294q=%C2%A0R0062294%C2%A0&locations=17a66cdad98201f7890cfb48ca00e249.

Applicants must submit:
1) Curriculum vitae
2) Cover letter/letter of application that includes description of teaching/advising experience
3) Teaching philosophy statement (no more than two pages)
4) List of three professional references (name, title, email address, and phone number) willing to provide letters of recommendation if requested during the application process. Letters of recommendation will be requested only for candidates selected for interviews.
5) Doctoral degree verification or evidence that a dissertation defense date will be scheduled prior to the start date.

Optional Supplemental Documents (provided as a single supplemental PDF file)
1) Sample Syllabi
2) Course Evaluations
3) Peer or Supervisor Evaluations

Review of applications will begin January 6, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.

Annual Salary/Benefits Package: Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

EMPLOYER INFORMATION
The University of Arkansas: Founded in 1871 as a land grant institution, the University of Arkansas is classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the top two percent of universities in the nation with the highest level of research activity. Ten colleges and schools serve more than 32,100 students with more than 200 academic programs. University of Arkansas students earn nationally competitive awards at an impressive rate and represent 50 states and more than 120 countries.

Fulbright College: The Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences is the largest and most academically diverse unit on campus with 3 schools, 16 departments, and 43 academic programs and research centers. The University of Arkansas is committed to providing an educational and work environment in which thought, creativity, and growth are stimulated, and in which individuals are free to realize their full potential. The Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences promotes these ideals and welcomes applicants who foster an inclusive environment through an open exchange of voices and ideas from populations of diverse backgrounds.

The Community: Fayetteville is home to the University of Arkansas campus, and is known for its spectacular views and ample green spaces. Fayetteville is considered one of the country’s finest college towns, and the surrounding northwest Arkansas region is regularly ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. Some of the nation’s best outdoor amenities and most spectacular hiking trails are within a short drive of campus. For more information, visit: https://diversitynwa.com/

The University of Arkansas is an Affirmative Action/EOE institution committed to achieving diversity in its faculty and staff. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, especially individuals who contribute to diversity of our campus community. The university welcomes applications without regard to race/color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas
Freedom of Information Act.