Assistant Professor, Forensic Anthropology

Submitted: 10/03/2025
Submitted By: Dr. Michael Callaghan
Department: Anthropology
Institution: University of Central Florida
Job type: Tenure-track
Apply by: 10/31/2025
Application Email:
Application URL: https://jobs.ucf.edu/jobs/assistant-professor-forensic-anthropology-orlando-florida-united-states

The Department of Anthropology in the College of Sciences (COS) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-earning assistant professor in forensic anthropology, anticipated to begin August 2026. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in biological anthropology with a focus in forensic anthropology. The successful candidate will be expected to teach in different modalities including face-to-face and online. The instructional duties and service assignments are in accordance with the department’s equitable workload policy. Questions regarding this search should be directed to: Dr. Michael Callaghan, Associate Professor, at Michael.Callaghan@ucf.edu or (407) 823-2227. For more information on the Department of Anthropology, visit www.sciences.ucf.edu/anthropology.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

-A doctorate in anthropology or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution by time of hire is required.
-Documented evidence of forensic anthropological teaching, research, or casework experience.
-The successful candidate will have experience teaching in different modalities including face-to-face, mixed-mode, or online.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

-An ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in biological anthropology with a focus in forensic anthropology.
-A successful research program that includes peer-reviewed publications, a record of external funding, and the ability to advise and mentor graduate students.
-Research specializations that include the application of digital methods such as medical imagery technologies, AI/ML techniques, virtual or augmented reality, histological or biomolecular methods, or geospatial and remote sensing technologies. This may include applications in estimation of the biological profile, trauma, forensic archaeology, or taphonomy.
-An ability to teach methodologically-focused courses by teaching classes such as quantitative, GIS, and/or mixed methods.

APPLICATION MATERIALS REQUIRED:

-UCF requires all applications and supporting documents be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website, https://www.ucf.edu/jobs. In addition to the online application, candidates should upload:
– 2- or 3-page letter of interest that includes statements of research (including future research plans), teaching, and relevant forensic experience
-Current curriculum vitae
-List with contact information (phone and email) for three (3) professional references (please do not submit a letter of recommendation)