Assistant Professor Position in Medical Anthropology and Global Health
- Employer
- Case Western Reserve University - Department of Anthropology
- Location
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- Sep 28, 2024
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- Position Type
- Faculty
- Discipline
- General Anthropology
- Hours
- Full Time
- Specialty
- Anthropology of Education, Medical Anthropology
- Organization Type
- Academic
Assistant Professor Position in Medical Anthropology and Global Health
The Department of Anthropology in the College of Arts and Sciences at Case Western Reserve University (https://anthropology.case.edu/) invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of assistant professor in our program in medical anthropology and global health, beginning in the 2025-2026 academic year.
Expertise in all areas of medical anthropology and global health are welcome, including expertise in biocultural anthropology, mental health, migration and health, reproductive health, global health and development, medical systems, environment and health, or other areas of medical anthropology. Geographic or culture area is open. Applicants must demonstrate the potential for research, publication, and extramural funding.
Successful candidates will be expected to contribute to our undergraduate anthropology major and our graduate program in Medical Anthropology and Global Health. This faculty member will have the opportunity to work with faculty in other departments across the College and University who share research interests. The normal teaching load is two courses per semester and includes teaching undergraduate and graduate students. Teaching releases are available for faculty with funded research. Candidates will supervise graduate students at the MA and PhD level. The successful candidate will be expected to teach our introductory course in medical anthropology as well as introductory and advanced courses in their area of expertise.
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or comparable degree by date of appointment. Fall semester classes begin 25th August 2025.
Submit applications via InterFolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/151985. Send other correspondence to Janet W. McGrath, Chair, Anthropology (janet.mcgrath@case.edu). Review of applications will begin October15, 2024.
A complete application includes:
- A cover letter describing one’s qualifications and potential contribution to teaching and research in the Department.
- A CV
- The names of three references who agree to be contacted for letters of recommendation
In employment, as in education, Case Western Reserve University is committed to Equal Opportunity and Diversity. Women, veterans, members of underrepresented minority groups, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Case Western Reserve University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Equity at 216.368.3066 with their request. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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