Assistant Professor of Paleoanthropology

Submitted: 02/04/2026
Submitted By: Mary Ann Raghanti
Department: Anthropology
Institution: Kent State University
Job type: Tenure-track
Apply by: 02/28/2026
Application Email: bioanth@kent.edu
Application URL: https://jobs.kent.edu/jobs/faculty-tenure-track-9-mo-kent-campus-kent-ohio-united-states-5830a477-81f5-4ee8-9639-7d850d23499c

Kent State University’s Department of Anthropology invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position. The successful candidate will join a dynamic and growing department with excellent research and educational programs.

For this position, we are looking for a paleoanthropologist who can teach courses primarily in paleontology, osteology, and biological anthropology more broadly. Research area within paleoanthropology is open, with a preference towards fossil hominins/hominoids. The position will begin fall, 2026.

The successful candidate will be expected to establish an extramurally funded research program, engage in collaborative research, direct student research, and exhibit a commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education.

The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. at the time of hire and postdoctoral experience is desirable. This position is available at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank; candidates at the Associate Professor level are expected to have a history of successful extramural funding.

Salary and startup funds are competitive and commensurate with academic qualifications and prior experience. Information about the department can be found at https://www.kent.edu/anthropology.

Review of applications will begin February 28, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

Applicants should submit an online application and attach their CV. In addition, send their curriculum vitae as well as statement of research and teaching interests, by email to bioanth@kent.edu or by mail to:

Dr. Anthony Tosi
Chair, Anthropology Search Committee
Department of Anthropology
Kent State University
750 Hilltop Dr., Rm. 226 Lowry Hall
P.O. Box 5190
Kent, OH 44242-0001

Additional Information:
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