College Of Arts And Sciences - Assistant Professor - Anthropology - F1949p
Company:
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Job Location:
Birmingham, Alabama
Category:
Anthropology
School/College: College of Arts and Sciences
Assignment Category
Full-Time
Rank: Assistant Professor
Tenure Status: Tenure Track
Payroll Status: Faculty 9
Job Description
The Department of Anthropology in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin in August 2023. The Anthropology department provides a four-field undergraduate degree, a Master's Program in the Anthropology of Peace and Human Rights, and a newly formed Master's Program in Cultural Heritage Studies (shared with the Department of Art and Art History). We seek candidates from any subfield of anthropology whose research includes an applied/engaged approach to the anthropology of peace, social justice, and/or human rights, and whose teaching experience will strengthen our undergraduate and graduate programs. A PhD in Anthropology from an accredited institution is required of all applicants. Preference will be given to applications that show a strong record of research and teaching in the applied anthropology of peace and human rights and/or cultural heritage studies.
Interested individuals are encouraged to apply at https://uab.peopleadmin.com/postings/16848. Applications require a curriculum vitae, cover letter, research statement, and statement of teaching philosophy. Letters of recommendation will be sought for short-listed candidates. Review of applications will begin on November 7, 2022 and continue until the position is filled. A pre-employment background investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment. Questions about the position can be directed to the Search Committee chair, Stephen Merritt (stmerr@uab.edu).
Known for its innovative and interdisciplinary approach to education at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, the University of Alabama at Birmingham, a part of the University of Alabama System, is an internationally renowned research university and academic medical center with over $600 million in research awards annually, as well as Alabama's largest single employer, with some 26,000 employees, and has an annual economic impact exceeding more than $7.15 billion on the state. The pillars of UAB's mission include education, research, innovation and economic development, community engagement, and patient care. Learn more at www.uab.edu.
UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of, race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.
UAB's College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) treasures the rich diversity of our student body and is committed to their success. Members of the CAS community are expected to reflect our values for inclusive excellence in both our work and learning environment as well as in our efforts to serve and engage the community.
A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.
Required Qualifications
A PhD in Anthropology from an accredited institution is required of all applicants. Preference will be given to applications that show a strong record of research and teaching in the applied anthropology of peace and human rights and/or cultural heritage studies.
Open Date: 10/04/2022
EEO Statement
UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of, race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans. UAB's College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) treasures the rich diversity of our student body and is committed to their success. Members of the CAS community are expected to reflect our values for inclusive excellence in both our work and learning environment as well as in our efforts to serve and engage the community.
COVID-19 Vaccination Statement
The laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccination continue to evolve. Please be aware that UAB may determine that obtaining the COVID-19 or related vaccination is a requirement for this position, based on legal changes or otherwise. If that occurs, the successful candidate may be required to submit proof of vaccination or obtain an approved vaccination exemption as a condition of employment.
Pre-employment Background Check
A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.
About University of Alabama at Birmingham
To learn more about the University of Alabama at Birmingham click here.
Assignment Category
Full-Time
Rank: Assistant Professor
Tenure Status: Tenure Track
Payroll Status: Faculty 9
Job Description
The Department of Anthropology in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin in August 2023. The Anthropology department provides a four-field undergraduate degree, a Master's Program in the Anthropology of Peace and Human Rights, and a newly formed Master's Program in Cultural Heritage Studies (shared with the Department of Art and Art History). We seek candidates from any subfield of anthropology whose research includes an applied/engaged approach to the anthropology of peace, social justice, and/or human rights, and whose teaching experience will strengthen our undergraduate and graduate programs. A PhD in Anthropology from an accredited institution is required of all applicants. Preference will be given to applications that show a strong record of research and teaching in the applied anthropology of peace and human rights and/or cultural heritage studies.
Interested individuals are encouraged to apply at https://uab.peopleadmin.com/postings/16848. Applications require a curriculum vitae, cover letter, research statement, and statement of teaching philosophy. Letters of recommendation will be sought for short-listed candidates. Review of applications will begin on November 7, 2022 and continue until the position is filled. A pre-employment background investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment. Questions about the position can be directed to the Search Committee chair, Stephen Merritt (stmerr@uab.edu).
Known for its innovative and interdisciplinary approach to education at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, the University of Alabama at Birmingham, a part of the University of Alabama System, is an internationally renowned research university and academic medical center with over $600 million in research awards annually, as well as Alabama's largest single employer, with some 26,000 employees, and has an annual economic impact exceeding more than $7.15 billion on the state. The pillars of UAB's mission include education, research, innovation and economic development, community engagement, and patient care. Learn more at www.uab.edu.
UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of, race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.
UAB's College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) treasures the rich diversity of our student body and is committed to their success. Members of the CAS community are expected to reflect our values for inclusive excellence in both our work and learning environment as well as in our efforts to serve and engage the community.
A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.
Required Qualifications
A PhD in Anthropology from an accredited institution is required of all applicants. Preference will be given to applications that show a strong record of research and teaching in the applied anthropology of peace and human rights and/or cultural heritage studies.
Open Date: 10/04/2022
EEO Statement
UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of, race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation. UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans. UAB's College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) treasures the rich diversity of our student body and is committed to their success. Members of the CAS community are expected to reflect our values for inclusive excellence in both our work and learning environment as well as in our efforts to serve and engage the community.
COVID-19 Vaccination Statement
The laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccination continue to evolve. Please be aware that UAB may determine that obtaining the COVID-19 or related vaccination is a requirement for this position, based on legal changes or otherwise. If that occurs, the successful candidate may be required to submit proof of vaccination or obtain an approved vaccination exemption as a condition of employment.
Pre-employment Background Check
A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.
About University of Alabama at Birmingham
To learn more about the University of Alabama at Birmingham click here.
