The Department of Anthropology in the Faculty of Social Sciences at McMaster University invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the level of Assistant Professor. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2023.

We expect the person who fills this position to have demonstrated an emerging record of research accomplishments. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. We are seeking to appoint a biological anthropologist with research and teaching interests in disease, either infectious or non-communicable, in humans. Specialty is open but we will give preference to those who use molecular, genetic, chemical, and/or epidemiological methods to explore biocultural components of health.

The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. in Anthropology or a related discipline at the time of appointment and should have a demonstrated record of teaching excellence at the undergraduate level. They will also demonstrate strong potential for outstanding teaching contributions at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and an ongoing commitment to academic and pedagogical excellence in support of the department’s programs. At the undergraduate level, the appointee will be expected to teach introductory as well as more advanced courses in an area of their expertise. At the graduate level, the appointee will teach courses and supervise students as their contribution to the Master’s and Ph.D. programs in Anthropology. The person who fills this position is expected to contribute to the department’s supportive and collegial working environment, and to make substantive contributions through service to the department, the Faculty of Social Sciences, the University, and/or the broader community. Full posting is available on application portal: https://hr.mcmaster.ca/careers/