Assistant Professor of Anthropological Archaeology

The Department of Anthropology in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Anthropological Archaeology to start in August 2025. This is a standard nine-month faculty appointment. This is one of two archaeology positions currently being advertised in the department; applicants wishing to be considered for both must submit materials for each position separately.

The geographic and temporal areas of specialization for this position are open. We seek candidates who will complement and/or expand upon existing program strengths. The archaeology program currently is strong in public archaeology and archaeometry, including environmental, zooarchaeological, spatial, and materials analyses.

The successful candidate will demonstrate an active field and/or laboratory research program supported by extramural funding, can produce peer-reviewed publications, and provide impactful undergraduate and graduate educational experiences. Candidates should also demonstrate through teaching, mentorship, research, and service a commitment to establishing a scholarly environment for all.  

We especially invite applications from candidates who are committed to developing collaborative research within the Department of Anthropology, as well as with colleagues in cognate environmental and area studies programs and other units such as the Arkansas Archeological Survey, the University of Arkansas Stable Isotope Lab, the Center for Advanced Spatial Technologies, and the Arkansas Humanities Center. We encourage applicants to view the University’s current Strategic Plan and Signature Research Areas. 

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Duties will include:

40% Teaching

40% Research

20% Service

Minimum Qualifications:

With submitted materials, the candidate must demonstrate

• Ph.D. in anthropology or a closely related field from an accredited institution of higher education conferred by the start of appointment.
• An active research program in anthropological archaeology

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated theoretical and methodological expertise that complements or expands on existing program foci
• A strong record of national/international scholarship including extramural funding and peer-reviewed publications
• Ability to effectively teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses and to develop new curricula that complement and expand the current course catalog 
• Demonstrated ability to mentor undergraduate and graduate students in independent research
• Demonstrated commitment to cultivating a scholarly environment for all through teaching, mentoring, research, outreach, and service.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Completed applications received by October 27, 2024 will be assured full consideration. Applications received after that date will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position.

For a complete position announcement and information regarding how to apply, visit: https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UASYS/job/Assistant-Professor-of-Anthropological-Archaeology_R0062421-1?locations=17a66cdad98201f7890cfb48ca00e249.

Applicants must submit:

• a brief cover letter addressing the applicant’s fit to the position criteria 
• a curriculum vitae
• a research statement (1-2) outlining main research questions, approaches, and future research plans
• a teaching statement (1-2 pages) outlining the applicant’s teaching experience and future curricular offerings
• a list of three professional references (name, title, email address, and phone number) willing to provide letters of recommendation if requested during the application process. Letters of recommendation will be requested only for candidates selected for interviews.

For additional inquiries, please contact the search committee chair, Dr. Ben Vining, at vining[at]uark.edu.

The University of Arkansas is an Affirmative Action/EOE institution committed to achieving diversity in its faculty and staff. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, especially individuals who contribute to diversity of our campus community. The university welcomes applications without regard to race/color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law.  Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.