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Position Details Classification Title: Chair/Head, Department: INAS, Rank: Professor, Tenure Status: Tenured, Contract Type: Academic (9 mo.) Position Summary The Institute of Native American Studies at UGA invites applications for the Director. The Director will be a tenured professor with a terminal degree in the applicant's area of specialization and must be eligible for tenure upon hire. The position's tenure home is expected to be in Franklin College of Arts and Sciences. The INAS Director will teach at both undergraduate and graduate levels; serve as chief administrator of INAS and presiding officer of its steering committee and faculty meetings; coordinate programming and public outreach, curriculum development, and student and faculty outreach; lead collaborative efforts between INAS and other programs on campus and the emergent Southeast Native American Studies Consortium; and serve as one of UGA's liaisons with tribal research partners and affiliates. Qualifications Terminal degree in the applicant's area of specialization. To be eligible for tenure upon appointment, candidates must be appointed as an associate or full professor, have been tenured at a prior institution, and bring a demonstrably national reputation to the institution. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Active research agenda in a field related to Native American studies, broadly defined, with global Indigenous comparative approaches welcome. Administrative expertise and commitment to multidisciplinary collaboration that advances Native American Studies across the university and with the public. Application Materials Resume/CV Cover Letter Writing Sample List of References with Contact Information Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants should submit (1) a cover letter describing teaching and research interests, alongside administrative experience and a vision for the future of the Institute, (2) a current C.V., (3) a published article or chapter‑length writing sample, and (4) contact information for three references. Location and Dates Location of Vacancy: Athens Area Job Posting Date: 12/17/2025 Job Closing Date: Open until filled Anticipated Start Date: 08/01/2026 EEO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR hrweb@uga.edu . Contact Claudio Saunt, chair of the search committee csaunt@uga.edu . Background and Credit Policies Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities. Please visit the UGA Background Check website and the UGA Credit Background Check website . #J-18808-Ljbffr