University of Colorado
Assistant Professor in Anthropology
University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
Overview
Assistant Professor in Anthropology - 37351 Faculty Department of Anthropology, College of Letters, Arts and Sciences Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate, Inspire, and Impact in the Rockies! Description
Assistant Professor The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is seeking an
Assistant Professor in Anthropology
to join our team. UCCS supports academic excellence, professional development, and student success. At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs offers outdoor lifestyle and a diverse community with arts, history, and a growing tech scene. Salary
Salary/Pay Range : $70,000 to $73,000 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions. Work Location
Work Location : On-Site Benefits
Benefits at a Glance: details available through CU/HR sites. Total compensation calculator CU Advantage program Summary
We are seeking a tenure-track
Assistant Professor
in Cultural Anthropology specializing in applied medical anthropology, with demonstrated experience working with and in underserved communities. Preference will be given to candidates whose research incorporates either Hispanic or Asian communities and to those who can relate southern Colorado and/or adjacent regions to research and applied practice. We emphasize high-impact teaching practices and applied community-based research. Candidates with skills in digital media and/or public outreach in courses and research are encouraged to apply. The position involves conducting original research in cultural and/or applied medical anthropology, advising majors focusing on cultural anthropology, and teaching core and elective courses (courses to be decided in consultation with department faculty). Service responsibilities will begin at the department level and expand with years of service. Workload: 40% teaching (5 courses/year with one course offload first year), 40% research, 20% service; subject to change based on departmental needs. Essential Functions
The duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Teaching core and elective courses in cultural anthropology and supervising independent studies/honors theses; courses may include Introduction to Cultural Anthropology, Ethnographic Methods & Theory, and History & Theory of Anthropology. Conducting original research in cultural and/or applied medical anthropology, including publishing and dissemination to stakeholders. Participating in departmental and college service tasks. Tentative Search Timeline
Priority applications due by:
October 9, 2025 Interview period:
Start the week of October 20, 2025 Possible start date:
August 17, 2026 Qualifications
PhD in Anthropology with a cultural focus required by start date. Active research agenda required. Demonstrated ability to teach at college level required. 2 years of college-level teaching experience preferred. Ability to teach both in person and online preferred. Equal Opportunity
Employer statements and inclusivity language are retained from the original; UCCS complies with applicable nondiscrimination laws and encourages diverse applicants. Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications submitted by Thursday, October 9, 2025, by 5pm MDT will receive full consideration. Apply at cu.edu/cu-careers (job #: 37351). Official transcripts required upon hire. Contact information for inquiries is provided in the original posting. The University will sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position. Materials required: Cover Letter, CV, List of References, Unofficial Transcripts, and an optional Syllabus/Attachments; submitted as one file per instructions in the original posting. Job Category : Faculty Primary Location : Colorado Springs Department : C0001 -- Colorado Springs Campus - LAS-Anthropology Schedule : Full-time Posting Date : Sep 3, 2025 Unposting Date : Ongoing Posting Contact
Name: Rebecca Wood Contact Email : rwood2@uccs.edu Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.
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Assistant Professor in Anthropology - 37351 Faculty Department of Anthropology, College of Letters, Arts and Sciences Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate, Inspire, and Impact in the Rockies! Description
Assistant Professor The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is seeking an
Assistant Professor in Anthropology
to join our team. UCCS supports academic excellence, professional development, and student success. At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs offers outdoor lifestyle and a diverse community with arts, history, and a growing tech scene. Salary
Salary/Pay Range : $70,000 to $73,000 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions. Work Location
Work Location : On-Site Benefits
Benefits at a Glance: details available through CU/HR sites. Total compensation calculator CU Advantage program Summary
We are seeking a tenure-track
Assistant Professor
in Cultural Anthropology specializing in applied medical anthropology, with demonstrated experience working with and in underserved communities. Preference will be given to candidates whose research incorporates either Hispanic or Asian communities and to those who can relate southern Colorado and/or adjacent regions to research and applied practice. We emphasize high-impact teaching practices and applied community-based research. Candidates with skills in digital media and/or public outreach in courses and research are encouraged to apply. The position involves conducting original research in cultural and/or applied medical anthropology, advising majors focusing on cultural anthropology, and teaching core and elective courses (courses to be decided in consultation with department faculty). Service responsibilities will begin at the department level and expand with years of service. Workload: 40% teaching (5 courses/year with one course offload first year), 40% research, 20% service; subject to change based on departmental needs. Essential Functions
The duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Teaching core and elective courses in cultural anthropology and supervising independent studies/honors theses; courses may include Introduction to Cultural Anthropology, Ethnographic Methods & Theory, and History & Theory of Anthropology. Conducting original research in cultural and/or applied medical anthropology, including publishing and dissemination to stakeholders. Participating in departmental and college service tasks. Tentative Search Timeline
Priority applications due by:
October 9, 2025 Interview period:
Start the week of October 20, 2025 Possible start date:
August 17, 2026 Qualifications
PhD in Anthropology with a cultural focus required by start date. Active research agenda required. Demonstrated ability to teach at college level required. 2 years of college-level teaching experience preferred. Ability to teach both in person and online preferred. Equal Opportunity
Employer statements and inclusivity language are retained from the original; UCCS complies with applicable nondiscrimination laws and encourages diverse applicants. Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications submitted by Thursday, October 9, 2025, by 5pm MDT will receive full consideration. Apply at cu.edu/cu-careers (job #: 37351). Official transcripts required upon hire. Contact information for inquiries is provided in the original posting. The University will sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position. Materials required: Cover Letter, CV, List of References, Unofficial Transcripts, and an optional Syllabus/Attachments; submitted as one file per instructions in the original posting. Job Category : Faculty Primary Location : Colorado Springs Department : C0001 -- Colorado Springs Campus - LAS-Anthropology Schedule : Full-time Posting Date : Sep 3, 2025 Unposting Date : Ongoing Posting Contact
Name: Rebecca Wood Contact Email : rwood2@uccs.edu Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.
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