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Assistant Professor, Department of Anthropology (R0008106)
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Overview
WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY. The Department of Anthropology invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position as Assistant Professor of Anthropology effective July 1, 2026. Location
Winston-Salem, NC Open Date
Sep 25, 2025 Close Date
Nov 15, 2025 Qualifications
An earned Ph.D. in Anthropology or a related field is required; ABD candidates are invited to apply. Qualified applicants will demonstrate their ability to teach introductory and upper-level undergraduate courses in cultural anthropology, initiate and sustain original research, and contribute to an environment that fosters learning and growth for all stakeholders. Position Summary
This individual will be expected to teach courses in cultural anthropology at the undergraduate level, engage in scholarly activities, participate in departmental, College, and University service, and contribute to the University’s community outreach efforts. The current teaching load is 2/2/2/3. Preference for specialties in medical and/or environmental anthropology; geographic area outside the Americas is preferred. Applicants should have an ongoing program of research that is theoretically engaged and ethnographically grounded. About Wake Forest University
Founded in 1834, Wake Forest University is a private, coeducational institution dedicated to academic excellence in liberal arts, graduate, and professional education. For more information, visit about.wfu.edu. Wake Forest University is located in Winston-Salem, a mid-sized city in North Carolina. Application Instructions
The following materials should be submitted: 1) letter of application addressing program of research and teaching philosophy and 2) curriculum vitae. Applications submitted on or before November 15, 2025 will be given full consideration. To apply, visit: hr.wfu.edu/careers. Inquiries should be directed to Prof. Margaret Bender, Chair of the Search Committee, benderm@wfu.edu, or to Wake Forest University Human Resources at askhr@wfu.edu. Wake Forest University conducts background checks for all final faculty candidates. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status. Accommodations for Applicants
If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact AskHR@wfu.edu or (336) 758-4700.
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WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY. The Department of Anthropology invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position as Assistant Professor of Anthropology effective July 1, 2026. Location
Winston-Salem, NC Open Date
Sep 25, 2025 Close Date
Nov 15, 2025 Qualifications
An earned Ph.D. in Anthropology or a related field is required; ABD candidates are invited to apply. Qualified applicants will demonstrate their ability to teach introductory and upper-level undergraduate courses in cultural anthropology, initiate and sustain original research, and contribute to an environment that fosters learning and growth for all stakeholders. Position Summary
This individual will be expected to teach courses in cultural anthropology at the undergraduate level, engage in scholarly activities, participate in departmental, College, and University service, and contribute to the University’s community outreach efforts. The current teaching load is 2/2/2/3. Preference for specialties in medical and/or environmental anthropology; geographic area outside the Americas is preferred. Applicants should have an ongoing program of research that is theoretically engaged and ethnographically grounded. About Wake Forest University
Founded in 1834, Wake Forest University is a private, coeducational institution dedicated to academic excellence in liberal arts, graduate, and professional education. For more information, visit about.wfu.edu. Wake Forest University is located in Winston-Salem, a mid-sized city in North Carolina. Application Instructions
The following materials should be submitted: 1) letter of application addressing program of research and teaching philosophy and 2) curriculum vitae. Applications submitted on or before November 15, 2025 will be given full consideration. To apply, visit: hr.wfu.edu/careers. Inquiries should be directed to Prof. Margaret Bender, Chair of the Search Committee, benderm@wfu.edu, or to Wake Forest University Human Resources at askhr@wfu.edu. Wake Forest University conducts background checks for all final faculty candidates. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and military or veteran status. Accommodations for Applicants
If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact AskHR@wfu.edu or (336) 758-4700.
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