Assistant Professor of Anthropology

North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC. The Department of Sociology and Anthropology is accepting applications for an assistant professor (tenure-track) appointment to begin fall 2018. Qualifications: Ph.D. in Anthropology, or related field, by start date (anticipated 8/16/2018); strong record or promise of research and publication, including potential for obtaining extramural funding; strong commitment to student mentorship. The faculty member hired will serve 75% of the position in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology and 25% in the Science, Technology and Society (STS) Program in Interdisciplinary Studies. Teaching load is two courses per semester for research active faculty, of which one course per year would apply to the B.A or B.S. curriculum in STS. Undergraduate courses in STS will contribute to a program that combines historical, philosophical, social, and policy approaches to the conduct and impacts of science. Candidates should have a research background in areas of study pertaining to bioarchaeology. In anthropology, candidates should be prepared to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in bioarchaeology, human osteology, and biological anthropology theory. Priority will be given to candidates whose research areas complement existing program strengths, including, but not limited to: health and disease, paleodemography, paleopathology, or dental anthropology. The Anthropology program at NCSU values a holistic approach, and candidates with the ability to reach across sub-disciplinary boundaries are especially welcome.

Salary Range: $66,000 to $72,000.

To Apply: All applicants must apply online by going to http://jobs.ncsu.edu and search for Job Number 91895 under “Faculty/Research/Professional”.

All applicants should submit a vita and a cover letter. The vita should include the names of three references and their email addresses. The cover letter should describe qualifications, research agenda, and teaching interests and philosophy. Applicants may be contacted for additional materials such as writing samples and evidence of effective teaching.

Formal screening of applications will begin November 10, 2017, and will continue until the position is filled.

North Carolina State University is the largest public university in North Carolina. Located in Raleigh at the heart of the Research Triangle, it offers excellent area amenities. To learn more, please visit our website at https://socant.chass.ncsu.edu/. NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.