Department:   Anthropology               

Rank: Assistant Professor

Specialization(s): Archaeology

Search #: 13-013

Posted: Oct 15, 2012

Brief Description of Duties/Responsibilities:                     

Teaching responsibilities will include overseeing the development of the archaeology concentration of a four-field, growing undergraduate Anthropology Department. Courses to be taught include introductory courses in archaeology and cultural or biological anthropology, as well as upper-level undergraduate courses in the candidate's specialization. Substantial involvement in the university's new Liberal Education Program is expected. Normal teaching load is four courses per semester. All faculty share student advising and departmental and university-wide committee assignments.

Required Qualifications: 

Candidates must have earned a Ph.D. in anthropology by time of appointment, show evidence of ability to teach introductory anthropology courses effectively, and demonstrate ability to engage in scholarly activity.

Preferred Qualifications: 

Area of specialization is open, although preference will be given to those working in the Americas. Candidates with experience and/or strong interest in developing a field school preferred, but not required.  University teaching experience and record of scholarship/creative activity are preferred.

Application Process:

Please mail letter of interest, current CV, official graduate transcript(s), and names and contact information of at least three references to:

            Chair, Search Committee Department of Anthropology
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT 06515-1355 

Also, please send the letter, CV and reference information to:  rogersm1@southernct.edu

In order for your application to be given full consideration, all materials must be received by December 15, 2012.  Position will remain open until filled.

SCSU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, and strongly encourages women and minority group member applications.