Assistant or Associate Professor of Anthropology

Company: University of La Verne
Location: La Verne
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Summary The Department of Sociology and Anthropology at the University of La Verne invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor in Anthropology with a specialty in Forensic or Medical Anthropology. Candidates would be expected to teach courses such as Introduction to Anthropology, Cultural Anthropology, Forensic Investigations, Quantitative Methods, Research Methods, Archaeology, and Internship, in addition to special topics in their area of expertise. In addition, candidates are expected to engage in research and provide departmental service, including advising majors and minors. Preference given to candidates with departmental leadership experience. We welcome candidates from underrepresented groups in college faculties. Minimum Qualifications Candidates must have a Ph.D. in anthropology from an accredited institution at the time of appointment (July 1, 2024) and have prior teaching experience. Preferred Qualifications Consistent with the mission of the university and the department, the ideal candidate for this position should be a teacher-scholar who is a good departmental citizen and demonstrates a commitment to the principles of diversity, inclusion, and social justice. Candidates should demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and a commitment to working with diverse populations, including first generation and Latinx students. We welcome candidates with departmental leadership experience.

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