Lecturer, Full-time

The Department of Anthropology in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Washington invites applications for a one-year, full-time lecturer position (not tenure eligible) in biocultural anthropology, beginning September 16, 2015. Reappointment for an additional year or years is possible pending funding. We seek a biological anthropologist who has a record of successful teaching at the undergraduate level. Applicants must have earned a doctorate by the date of appointment; applicants who have not completed their PhD at the time of application will be considered. Teaching responsibilities will include six undergraduate courses in biological anthropology, across three quarters of a nine-month academic year. University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service. Salary is competitive.

To apply, send a single PDF file including the following items in the specified order: (1) a cover letter that describes the applicant’s teaching interests, experience, academic preparation and publications; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) up to two course syllabi; (4) contact information for three professional references; and (5) a brief statement on how the applicant’s teaching addresses diversity and encourages an inclusive environment of individuals and groups from underrepresented backgrounds in the classroom and larger university community. Send this file to biolec15@uw.edu with the following subject header: UW Lecturer Position Your Name. Cover letter should be addressed to Dr. Steven Goodreau, Chair, Lecturer Search Committee, Department of Anthropology. Applications received by April 10, 2015 are assured consideration. Questions should be directed to Dr. Steven Goodreau at goodreau@uw.edu.

The Department of Anthropology values colleagues who have a strong commitment to an academic environment that promotes diversity. The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran, or other protected veterans.