Medical Anthropology Jobs: Academic
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Assistant Professor of Cultural Anthropology - The University of Alabama
- The Department of Anthropology of The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in cultural anthropology beginning Fall 2010. Ph.D. in Anthropology is expected to be in hand at the time of the appointment. We seek a cultural anthropologist with research interests in medical anthropology with a biocultural focus. Topical and geographic specializations are open, although the applicant should complement existing specialties in the department, and be well-versed in both quantitative and qualitative research methods. The successful applicant will have research skills and interests that contribute directly to our undergraduate and graduate programs, with particular reference to our Ph.D. program and its focus on biocultural medical anthropology. The proposed faculty member will have teacing responsibilities that include specific core undergraduate and graduate level classes and courses of their own development.
- To apply, go to http://facultyjobs.ua.edu and complete the online application. Attach a letter of application (outlining research interests, plans and relevant experience) and a curriculum vitae. Send examples of publications (PDF format is desirable), teaching evaluations (if available) and the names and addresses of three references, directly to Dr. Kathryn Oths, (koths@as.ua.edu), Cultural Anthropology Search Committee, Department of Anthropology, Box 870210, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35487-0210. Review of applications will begin December 15, 2009, and will continue until the position is filled. The University of Alabama is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and actively seeks diversity among its employees.
Assistant Professor, Medical Anthropology - University of Iowa
- The University of Iowa, Department of Anthropology, invites applications for a tenure-track position in medical anthropology, at the rank of assistant professor, beginning August 2010. Requirements include Ph.D. in hand by August 1, 2010, an established publication record, a strong research program, a record of external grant support and previous teaching experience. Postdoctoral or equivalent experience is preferred though not required. Applicants whose topical and geographical foci complement expertise represented by the two medical anthropologists on the faculty are especially welcome. See department website (http://www.uiowa.edu/~anthro) for current faculty strengths. Teaching load is four courses per year including one large introductory course to be taught once each academic year, as well as undergraduate and graduate courses in the candidate's areas of expertise. Salary is commensurate with experience. The Department and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences are strongly committed to gender and ethnic diversity; the strategic plans of the University and College reflect this commitment. Women and members of minorities are especially encouraged to apply. The University of Iowa is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Applicants must apply online at the following website (http://jobs.uiowa.edu/) and refer to requisition number 57208. Electronic attachments to the online application must include a cover letter (with details of applicant's research program, previous teaching experience and prospective courses), a curriculum vitae, and name and contact information for three references. Hard copies of representative publications and any other supporting materials may be sent to: Scott Schnell, Medical Anthropology Search Committee Chair, Department of Anthropology, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA 52242. Screening of applications begin on December 7, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled.
- For more information, see http://jobs.uiowa.edu/faculty/view/57208
Tenure Track Faculty Position in Population and Health - Northwestern University
- Northwestern University is seeking an experienced scholar in sociology, demography, population health, social epidemiology, economics, or related fields, whose research program includes a focus on biology or health. The scholar will join the multidisciplinary faculty of Cells to Society (C2S): The Center on Social Disparities and Health at the Institute for Policy Research. Applicants should demonstrate outstanding records of scholarly publication, teaching, and externally-funded research. The successful candidate will help to lead C2S in its goal to become an NICHD-funded population research center.
- This position can be solely or jointly appointed, involving the following departments: Sociology, Statistics, or Economics in the Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences; Human Development and Social Policy in the School of Education and Social Policy; or Medical Social Sciences in the Feinberg School of Medicine.
- Please mail a statement of research, vita, representative reprints, and 3 names of references to P. Lindsay Chase-Lansdale, PhD, Search Committee Chair, Cells to Society, Institute for Policy Research, Northwestern University, 2040 Sheridan Road, Evanston, IL 60208. We will begin reviewing application materials on October 1 and will continue until the position is filled. Minorities and women are strongly encouraged to apply. AA/EOE.
The Karl Mannheim Chair for Cultural Studies invites applications for a Lecturer in Cultural Studies (Sociology)
- We are seeking to appoint for a three year period an exceptional individual to help lead and contribute to research in one of the following areas of strength of the chair: Modern societies as knowledge societies, science studies, consumption, climate and society. We expect a Ph.D. in one of the Social Sciences/Cultural Studies with distinction, a scientific publication record, and the willingness to take part in teaching in the B.A. and M.A. programs at Zeppelin University (in English).
- Starting date is September 2009. Please submit a letter of interest, vitae, copies of two publications and the names of two potential referees. Closing date is July 6 with interviews likely to take place late July/early August 2009.
- Electronic applications for the Lecturer Position should be addressed to Dr. Marian Adolf: marian.adolf@zeppelin-university.de
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville - The Anthropology Department invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Cultural Anthropology with a program of research in medical anthropology.
- An area specialization in African-American culture, African cultures and/or Latin American and Caribbean cultures is preferred, although other area specializations will be considered. Ph.D. required at time of employment, beginning August 2009. Expectations of research, service, and quality undergraduate teaching and mentorship. Courses to be taught will include introduction to anthropology (4 fields) and medical anthropology. Other desired courses could include urban anthropology, applied anthropology, or globalization.
- Applications close January 15, 2009. Send vita, transcripts, contact information for three references, and separate one-page statements of teaching interests/philosophy and research interests to: Anthropology Chair, Box 1451m/a, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Edwardsville, IL 62026-1451.
- SIUE is a state university – benefits under state sponsored plans may not be available to holders of F1 or J1 visas. Applicants may be subject to a background check prior to offer of employment. SIUE is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
The Department of Anthropology at San Diego State University invites applications for a tenure track faculty appointment in linguistic anthropology at the Assistant Professor rank to begin August 2009, PhD in Anthropology required.
- We seek candidates with active projects relating to discourse analysis, language renewal, preservation, or maintenance that will complement our developing emphasis in applied anthropology. Candidates should have strengths both in descriptive linguistics and in sociocultural anthropology. Candidates will be expected to teach a basic course in descriptive linguistics as well as a course in the ethnography of their area of regional interest, language and culture, applied linguistic anthropology, and related cultural or linguistic topics in the department’s new state-of-the-art Discourse Analysis Lab.
- Preference will be given to candidates whose geographic focus is on the Pacific Rim, specifically Asia, Southeast Asia, Oceania, the Southwestern U. S., California, Mexico, or ethnic populations from these areas in Southern California. A strong record of research, publications, collaborations within and outside the academic community, and acquisition of external funding should be evident. Candidates should show evidence of success in working with a diverse student population and in relating to community groups. We are especially interested in candidates who can involve our students in research and who are prepared to participate in joint projects in the department or university. We are a department committed to the four-field approach and we seek a candidate who also supports the four-field model.
- The search committee will begin screening applications on November 1, 2008.
Salary commensurate with experience.
Roanoke College invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level in sociocultural anthropology beginning in August 2009.
- The ideal candidate will be able to teach an introductory course in cultural anthropology and be able to contribute one or two courses related to health, illness, and healing. Other courses and area of geographical interest are open. Applicants should have or be near completion of their Ph.D. and should have a strong commitment to undergraduate education. Teaching responsibilities are divided between introductory level and upper-level courses and includes participation in the college’s general education program. Opportunities exist for interdisciplinary teaching, travel courses during the May Term, and participation in construction of an anthropology minor.
- Roanoke College has 2,000 students and is a nationally ranked, residential, liberal arts college affiliated with the Lutheran Church (ELCA), located in the Roanoke Valley of Virginia. A Phi Beta Kappa institution, Roanoke College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity among its faculty, staff, and students; members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
- Please send a letter of interest, statement of teaching and research interests, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to Gregory L. Weiss, Chair, Anthropology Search Committee, Department of Sociology, 221 College Lane, Roanoke College, Salem, Virginia, 24153. Review of applications begins November 1 and will continue until the position is filled. We will be conducting interviews at the AAA meeting.
The Department of Anthropology of The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in biological anthropology beginning Fall 2009.
- Ph.D. in Anthropology is expected to be in hand at the time of the appointment. We seek a biological anthropologist with biocultural research interests in one or more of the following: genetics, nutritional anthropology, maternal and child health, reproductive health and ecology, evolutionary medicine, international health, growth and development, or human adaptability. The successful applicant will have research skills and interests that contribute directly to our undergraduate and graduate programs, with particular reference to our Ph.D. program and its focus on biocultural medical anthropology. The proposed faculty member will have teaching responsibilities that include specific core undergraduate and graduate level classes and courses of their own development.
- To apply, go to http://facultyjobs.ua.edu and complete the online application. Attach a letter of application (outlining research interests, plans and relevant experience) and a curriculum vitae. Send three letters of recommendation, examples of publications (PDF format is desirable), and teaching evaluations, if available, directly to Keith Jacobi (kjacobi@as.ua.edu) Biological Anthropology Search Committee, Department of Anthropology, Box 870210, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35487-0210. Review of applications will begin November 15, 2008, and will continue until the position is filled. The University of Alabama is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and actively seeks diversity among its employees.
