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Assistant/Associate Professor

Troy University

Troy University

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Posted 6+ months ago
Position Information
Posting Number F0905P
Position Title Assistant/Associate Professor
Position Type Faculty
Department Anthropology, Sociology and Criminology - Troy
Division College of Arts and Sciences
Campus Troy
Faculty Rank Assistant Professor
If Faculty position 10 Month
Is this position tenure track or non-tenure track? Tenure Track
Work Status Full-Time (FT)
Temporary No
Location Troy - T01
Job Summary
The Department of Anthropology, Sociology, and Criminology at Troy University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant or associate professor of Anthropology, anticipated to begin in August 2024. The department is seeking a colleague whose research supports the growth of our newly established interdisciplinary minor in forensic science and complements the existing strength of the department. The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in Biological Anthropology and Forensic Anthropology and demonstrate forensic science-related or applicable research experience.
The ideal candidate will be dedicated to excellent teaching in a liberal arts environment and welcome opportunities to work with, mentor, and advise students with diverse backgrounds, academic interests, and learning styles. The successful candidate will teach four courses per semester in a normal academic year. Troy University has a long tradition of in-person and online education, so we seek a candidate who will welcome the opportunity to teach in both formats each semester. Strong research credentials, a promising scholarly agenda, and service to the department, college, university, community, and discipline are also essential.
In Class Teaching Percentage
Online Teaching Percentage
Minimum Qualifications
1. Ph.D. in Anthropology or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution.
Preferred Qualifications
While the specialty area should be Biological Anthropology, the research subject is open. Preferential consideration will be given to the candidate who:
1. Has expertise in Forensic Anthropology
2. Demonstrates the ability to teach courses such as Introduction to Biological Anthropology, Osteology, Forensic Anthropology
3. Shows the capacity to involve students in ongoing or potential research project(s) or grant(s).
4. Demonstrates the potential to form an interdisciplinary partnership(s).
Will this position require driving (personal vehicle, university vehicle, utility vehicle, or golf cart) in order to perform the job duties? No
Work Hours
NA
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
NA
Does this position have supervisory responsibility? No
Posting Date 04/04/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Academic Term Position Will Begin Fall 2024
Quick Link https://www.troyuniversityjobs.com/postings/39822