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Assistant Professor of Anthropology, General Faculty

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University of Virginia

Charlottesville, VA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 4 weeks ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/22/2026

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Job Description

  • Assistant Professor of Anthropology,
  • General Faculty
  • The University of Virginia's Department of Anthropology, a leading program dedicated to archaeological, biological, and sociocultural scholarship, invites applications for a one-year Assistant Professor of Anthropology, General Faculty.
We seek an anthropological archaeologist whose research is in bioarchaeology, the archaeology of care, or the archaeology of colonialism and health. The anticipated start date for the position is August 10, 2026. We are particularly interested in candidates who can teach undergraduate courses, including large introductory lecture courses as well as specialized upper-level seminars. The core responsibilities of this position include teaching six courses per year, three each during the spring and fall terms. Potential courses include Human Origins, Biological Anthropology, Bioarchaeology, Death and Dying, and introductory courses in Anthropology, among others. This is a one-year, non-renewable, tenure-ineligible appointment.
  • Minimum Qualifications
  • Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Anthropology by the beginning of the appointment.
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • + Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching, including experience engaging large introductory lecture courses as well as leading specialized upper-level seminars. + A demonstrated ability to effectively teach and support students from a wide range of backgrounds and lived experiences.
  • Required documents
  • + A cover letter addressing the candidate's interest in the position and their teaching experience.
+ Current curriculum vitae + Contact information for two references will be requested from short-listed candidates only. Review of applications begins after May 13th and will continue until the position is filled. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Questions about this position should be directed to Adria LaViolette, Chair of the search committee (laviolette@virginia.edu). Questions about the application process should be directed to Margaret Weeks, mew7ys@virginia.edu. The university will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment (https://eocr.virginia.edu/notice-non-discrimination-and-equal-opportunity) .
  • The University of Virginia offers confidential Dual Career Services to partners of incoming faculty candidates. To learn more, please visit
  • dualcareer.virginia.edu

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