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Visiting Assistant Professor in Biological Anthropology

Employer
University of Missouri
Location
Columbia, Missouri
Closing date
May 31, 2024
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Position Type
Faculty
Hours
Full Time
Organization Type
Academic

Visiting Assistant Professor in Biological Anthropology – 2024-2025
 
The Department of Anthropology at the University of Missouri seeks a Visiting Assistant Professor in biological anthropology for the 2024-2025 academic year who will contribute to the department’s focus on scientific approaches to studies of human biology, behavior, culture, and evolution. Candidates are expected to contribute to the department research culture by having an active research program and serving as mentors for student research.
 
Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching the four-field Introduction to Anthropology course and Introduction to Biological Anthropology with Lab. Additional courses will include both lower- and upper-level/grad courses and will draw on the candidate's area of expertise. The teaching load will be 3 courses each semester.
 
Appointment period:  August 1, 2024 - May 31, 2025.  
 
Minimum Qualifications: A PhD in Anthropology or a related field is required at the time employment begins.
 
Please apply online at https://hr.missouri.edu/job-openings (Job Opening ID 51141). Merge your CV with a brief cover letter and upload the document in the Resume/CV section of the application. Applicants should include sample teaching evaluations, publications, and a list of at least 3 references, including contact information, in the “attachments” portion of the online application system. 

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement.  This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate. In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research and engagement.

Applicants may contact Dr. Gregory Blomquist (blomquistg@missouri.edu) with any questions about the job duties. Contact Andrew Longley (Andrew.longley@umsystem.edu)  for any questions about the application process. Screening of applications will begin on April 12 and will continue until the position is filled.

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo. 
 

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