Assistant Professor of Instruction (Non-Tenure Track): Archaeology

Temple University’s Department of Anthropology seeks an archaeologist with experience in museums, archaeological research centers, and/or cultural resource management. This individual should hold a PhD in Anthropology or another related field. The successful candidate must have experience with archaeological collection curation, especially large legacy collections, and will ideally have experience in repatriation, curation of a wide variety of anthropological material culture, and digital heritage management. We are particularly interested in an archaeologist with experience working with Indigenous peoples who can contribute to an emerging focus on Indigenous studies in the Department of Anthropology. The successful candidate should also be firmly grounded in anthropological theory and be able to demonstrate the way that their research or professional goals enhance the Temple Anthropology Laboratory and Museum (TALM). This might include previous experience in a museum or state collection, work in a large research laboratory or resource management setting, or training in theoretical perspectives (e.g., decolonization; Indigenous worldviews and knowledge production) that will allow them to support the TALM. The successful candidate will teach a 4-4 teaching load, primarily undergraduate classes on methods (in the field and in the museum), Indigenous North America, and Mid-Atlantic archaeology (prehistoric through colonial periods). We are especially interested in innovative pedagogy that will incorporate the TALM in their teaching.
Temple University is a state-related Carnegie Research University (very high research activity) located in Philadelphia. The College of Liberal Arts is home to 32 undergraduate majors, 32 minors, 23 certificate programs and 15 graduate degree programs. With its vibrant and diverse array of educational programs, the College of Liberal Arts plays a tremendous role in Temple University’s academic success and its mission mirrors the historical importance of the liberal arts in society.
Requirements include a Ph.D. at time of appointment and a strong record of research, teaching, and collections management experience. The application should include 1) a letter with detailed description of experience and how they expect that can inform their teaching practice, 2) a curriculum vitae with contact information for three references, and 3) a teaching statement that demonstrates high potential for excellent in teaching and explains how the applicant would enhance their teaching through use of the TALM.

To apply, applicants should send completed materials to Anthropology department chair Kimberly D. Williams kimberwilliams@temple.edu by December 1, 2024.

Temple University is an Affirmative Action equal opportunity employer and particularly encourages applications from women, persons of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities.