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Visiting Assistant Professor of Anthropology

Employer
Albion College, Department of Anthropology & Sociology
Location
Albion, Michigan
Salary
$42,000
Closing date
May 8, 2021

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Position Type
Non-Tenure Track
Hours
Full Time
Organization Type
Academic

Job Details

The Department of Anthropology & Sociology at Albion College invites applications for a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor in Anthropology for the 2021-2022 academic year.  Candidates should have experience with and be enthusiastic about teaching 1) a four-field Introduction to Anthropology, 2) an upper-level course on the history, culture, and/or anthropology of Africa, and 3) upper-level courses in their area of expertise, and 4) students from diverse backgrounds.  A Ph.D. is preferred but not required at the time of appointment.  Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching is essential.  Candidates with experience teaching a diverse student population will be given preference. Albion College is an anti-racist institution. This position will actively promote diversity, belonging and equity through critical and compassionate communication and strategic outreach efforts to various students, faculty and staff (e.g., historically under-represented, first-generation, undocumented and DACA students, LGBTQ students). The teaching load is three courses per semester and includes the possibility of contributing to Albion’s core curriculum and interdisciplinary programs.

Interested candidates should submit the following materials:

  1. A current CV;
  2. A letter of application describing: your academic background and research interests, your philosophy of teaching and student engagement, at least one proposed upper-level course in your area of expertise.
  3. A statement explaining how you foster diversity, equity, and inclusion in your classroom and on campus through your teaching, research and/or service.
  4. Evidence of teaching effectiveness; and
  5. Names and contact information for three academic references.

Materials should be uploaded to Interfolio at: https://apply.interfolio.com/85879. Please direct any questions about the position or search to Dr. Brad Chase, Search Chair, (bchase@albion.edu).  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled.

 

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Albion College is a private liberal arts college in Albion, Michigan. The college was founded in 1835 and its undergraduate population was approximately 1,500 students in 2014.

They participate in NCAA Division III and the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA). The college's athletic teams are nicknamed the Britons, and their colors are purple and gold.

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  • This employer does prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation/preference.
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