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BCAS - Renewable Contract Research Assistant Professor and Curator of Paleontolo
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Overview
BCAS - Renewable Contract Research Assistant Professor and Curator of Paleontology - 527461 The Department of Museum Research and Collections within UA Museums at the University of Alabama is searching for a Renewable Contract Research Assistant Professor and Curator of Paleontology with a start date of August 2026. Successful applicants will have demonstrated experience in Paleontological Research and teaching experience in related fields. Position Information
Work type: Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible). Location: Tuscaloosa. Categories: Non-Tenure-Track/Clinical Faculty. Department/Organization: 204901 - Museums. Rank: Research Assistant Professor. The position is benefits eligible. Applicants should complete the online application at ua.edu. The application should include a letter of application and a current curriculum vita. Minimum Qualifications
PhD in Paleontology, or a related field; with some experience teaching at the college level. Preferred Qualifications
PhD in Paleontology, or a related field; with some experience teaching at the college level. Application Instructions
Applicants should complete the online application at https://careers.ua.edu/jobs/search/AS. The application should include a letter of application and a current curriculum vitae. About The Division/College/School
The J. Frank Barefield Jr. College of Arts and Sciences at The University of Alabama offers an exciting and dynamic environment for faculty seeking to make an impact in their field and in the lives of the innovators and changemakers of tomorrow. As the largest college at The University, we house over 9,000 students and 1,000 faculty and staff across our 22 departments. The College is committed to the liberal arts philosophy that fosters creative and critical thinking and a lifetime of learning. About The University
The University of Alabama is located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, named one of Travel + Leisure’s 25 Best College Towns and Cities in the U.S. UA offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees in nearly 200 fields of study. The campus spans over 1,400 acres with more than 300 facilities. Fall 2023 enrollment exceeded 39,000 students, including more than 8,200 in the freshman class. UA is recognized for high-quality research, scholarship, and education. The University is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution and is designated as a top doctoral research university by the Carnegie Classification. Background Investigation and EEO Statement
Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction does not automatically disqualify a candidate; an individualized review will be conducted. The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. Advertised / Closing Dates
Advertised: 05 Sep 2025 Central Daylight Time. Applications close: 01 Aug 2026 Central Daylight Time.
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BCAS - Renewable Contract Research Assistant Professor and Curator of Paleontology - 527461 The Department of Museum Research and Collections within UA Museums at the University of Alabama is searching for a Renewable Contract Research Assistant Professor and Curator of Paleontology with a start date of August 2026. Successful applicants will have demonstrated experience in Paleontological Research and teaching experience in related fields. Position Information
Work type: Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible). Location: Tuscaloosa. Categories: Non-Tenure-Track/Clinical Faculty. Department/Organization: 204901 - Museums. Rank: Research Assistant Professor. The position is benefits eligible. Applicants should complete the online application at ua.edu. The application should include a letter of application and a current curriculum vita. Minimum Qualifications
PhD in Paleontology, or a related field; with some experience teaching at the college level. Preferred Qualifications
PhD in Paleontology, or a related field; with some experience teaching at the college level. Application Instructions
Applicants should complete the online application at https://careers.ua.edu/jobs/search/AS. The application should include a letter of application and a current curriculum vitae. About The Division/College/School
The J. Frank Barefield Jr. College of Arts and Sciences at The University of Alabama offers an exciting and dynamic environment for faculty seeking to make an impact in their field and in the lives of the innovators and changemakers of tomorrow. As the largest college at The University, we house over 9,000 students and 1,000 faculty and staff across our 22 departments. The College is committed to the liberal arts philosophy that fosters creative and critical thinking and a lifetime of learning. About The University
The University of Alabama is located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, named one of Travel + Leisure’s 25 Best College Towns and Cities in the U.S. UA offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees in nearly 200 fields of study. The campus spans over 1,400 acres with more than 300 facilities. Fall 2023 enrollment exceeded 39,000 students, including more than 8,200 in the freshman class. UA is recognized for high-quality research, scholarship, and education. The University is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution and is designated as a top doctoral research university by the Carnegie Classification. Background Investigation and EEO Statement
Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction does not automatically disqualify a candidate; an individualized review will be conducted. The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. Advertised / Closing Dates
Advertised: 05 Sep 2025 Central Daylight Time. Applications close: 01 Aug 2026 Central Daylight Time.
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