The Department of Anthropology and Middle Eastern Cultures (AMEC) invites applications for an Assistant Professor, tenure-track position in applied cultural anthropology, beginning August 16^th 2025. Regional focus is open. The preferred candidate will bring innovative methodologies for training students in engaged and/ or applied anthropology that have the potential to build collaboration within and across the sub-disciplines of the department.

AMEC is a dynamic department offering an anthropology major and Middle Eastern studies minor, with an applied anthropology MA program including a cultural anthropology track, and applied archaeology, bioarchaeology, and forensics tracks. A strong, active research agenda with the potential for involving graduate and undergraduate students is crucial to this position. The successful candidate will contribute to our track in applied cultural anthropology and must demonstrate a strong commitment to both graduate and undergraduate teaching and mentoring. The preferred candidate will be able to teach introduction to cultural anthropology, qualitative/quantitative research methods, as well as topical courses in their area of study. The position carries a 2:3 teaching load and a nationally competitive salary.

Mississippi State University (MSU) is ranked among the National Science Foundation’s top 100 research institutions, a Carnegie Foundation R1-Very High Research Activity Doctoral University, and is the recipient of a “Community Engagement Classification” from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. MSU also receives consistent recognition as a “Great College to Work For” by the Chronicle of Higher Education, a Top Colleges for Diversity Higher Education Award from Insight into Diversity, and a Top 10 School for College Free Speech from the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression. Mississippi State University is located in Starkville, MS, which is a progressive, growing, sun-belt community.

Rank: Assistant Professor.

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Basic qualifications: Applicant must have a Ph.D. or equivalent foreign degree in Anthropology or closely related field. Ph.D. must be in hand by August 16^th 2025. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong research activity and an excellent record of teaching.

Position available: August 16^th 2025, with academic year beginning Fall 2025.

To apply: All applicants must apply online at www.msujobs.msstate.edu and attach a cover letter (which should address the candidate's current and future research agenda and teaching philosophy), curriculum vitae, and the complete contact information for at least three references willing to write a letter of recommendation if solicited. Please submit attachments as PDF files only.

Additional materials will be requested from a selection of applicants.

Communication about this position should be sent to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Molly Zuckerman (mkz12@msstate.edu).

MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, sex. (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, disability status, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.

Closing date: Review of applications will begin on November 26^th 2024. To ensure full consideration, complete applications should be received by this date. The position will remain open until filled, but not later than August 16^th 2025