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adjunct Professor of Anthropology:Job description:
adjunct Professor of AnthropologyUnion College invites applications for the position of adjunct Professor of Anthropology, tenure track, beginning September 1, 2026. Review of applications will begin on Nov. 3, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by Nov. 3, 2025 will receive priority consideration.We seek socio-cultural candidates whose research addresses and who can teach courses on: environmental anthropology, economic anthropology, science and technology studies, public health, and/or indigeneity. We are especially interested in candidates who can also offer courses on gender and/or religion (particularly Islam, Hinduism and Buddhism) and who could potentially develop an ethnographic field school. In terms of geographic skills, preference will be given to candidates who work in Sub-Saharan Africa, the Caribbean, the Middle East, South, East, or Southeast Asia or amongst indigenous people of Oceania or the Americas, but we will also consider other areas not currently represented by faculty in the department. Candidates with Ph.D. in anthropology in hand and teaching practice are preferred, but ABD candidates, as well as candidates in closely related fields are welcome to apply. The prosperous candidate will teach six courses over three ten-week trimesters. About the Anthropology Department: The Department prides itself on strong teaching and on building relationships with students. Department members are all active scholars who support each other's scholarship and who value the integration of research and teaching. The department has a long tradition of field schools (currently running in Fiji and India) where students do hands-on research. Anthropology at Union contributes to many and to the Complex Questions general education curriculum that focuses on global challenges and on social justice. Union College offers many opportunities for both faculty and students to engage with multiple disciplines in interdisciplinary programs and unique research initiatives. We believe that creating and maintaining a welcoming and inclusive environment, particularly in the classroom, is central to our department mission. more information about the Anthropology Department may be found at https://www.union.edu/anthropology. Application instructions: Please submit all application materials as PDF files. Only the materials listed below will be considered: » Cover letter » C.V. » Writing sample » Teaching statement » One or two sample syllabi In your teaching statement, please address strategies for making the classroom a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students. candidates invited to the first round of interviews will receive a request for the contact information for three professional references who can speak to their abilities in research and teaching. Please send questions and other inquiries to Karen Brison at brisonk@union.edu. Compensation The annual income range for this job offer is $81,500-$83,500. Except for functions with a set rate of pay, the wage/income of the finalist selected for this function will be set located on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, practice, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Job location: Schenectady, NY We offer exceptional benefits including: » Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts) » Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs » Employee Scholarships toward Certifications, Seminars, Training and Professional Development » Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan » income Continuation Program in the event of Discapability » Tuition Assistance Program for Employee, Spouse and/or Dependents Background Checks: In conformity with our , finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions. E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Lgain more about and your . Skills:
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