Assistant/Associate Professor 10, Mesoamerican Archaeology

The Department of Anthropology at the University at Buffalo invites applications for a 10-month tenure-track position (Assistant or Associate Professor) in anthropological archaeology with a focus in Mesoamerica to begin Fall 2023. The successful candidate will have an active research program, and be committed to excellence in teaching and student mentoring. We are interested in candidates with a demonstrated record of original scholarship, and who actively engage in field or laboratory-based research. Strong preference will be given to candidates with broad anthropological training whose areas of research interest and expertise include the Valley of Mexico, and whose work compliments and extends the existing research strengths within the department.  

The successful candidate must have a PhD in archaeology, anthropology or a related discipline at the time of hire. In their application, candidates should describe their ongoing and future research plans, and how their research program will provide learning opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students. They should also provide a clear vision for how their research and teaching interests intersect with, build on, and complement existing activities in the department. The position will be open until filled but priority will be given to applications submitted by October 14^th 2022.  

In their application, candidates should emphasize their qualifications and suitability for the position, and include relevant information on research experience and future plans, teaching experience and approach, and their commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment.  

Outstanding Benefits Package

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Minimum Qualifications

PhD in archaeology, anthropology or related discipline

Preferred Qualifications

Active research; publications; teaching experience

Special Instructions

The position will be open until filled but priority will be given to applications submitted by October 14th 2022. In the application materials including a cover letter of no more than 3 pages, CV, and up to three examples of relevant scholarly output, candidates should describe their ongoing and future research plans, and how their research program will provide learning opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students. They should also provide a clear vision for how their research and teaching interests intersect with, build on, and complement existing activities in the department. Candidates should emphasize their qualifications and suitability for the position, and include relevant information on research experience and future plans, teaching experience and approach, and their commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment. All application materials should be submitted via UB Jobs. Application materials submitted directly to the posting contact will not be acknowledged and cannot be considered.

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