Job location: Boca Raton

Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2021-10-26
Req: REQ11662
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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University. The Department of Anthropology invites applications for a two-year, non-tenure earning, Post-Doctoral position in cultural anthropology for the 2022-2023 academic year.

This position is part of a cluster of new hires whose research interests are broadly or thematically related to issues of Crisis, Resistance, Sustainability, and Resilience. Issues such as climate change, inequality, new technological systems, ethno-nationalism, and political-economic competition, among other dynamics, drive the predominant global challenges.

We are searching for scholars whose work addresses the “human side” of these challenges:

-on human adaptations to crises and catastrophes (from hurricanes, to increasing global temperatures and sea level rise, to war, conquest, and political struggle) and/or

-on human adaptations that move towards (or provide evidence for) sustainable lifeways (e.g., eco villages, new technologies) and resilient communities.

Geographic area and specialization are open, but research that addresses issues of the emergence of transnational disruptive movements, new technologies and human transformation (e.g., AI, genetic therapies, human-machine interface), sustainable communities, or other relevant areas is preferred.

A successful candidate will be committed to participating in undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring, and demonstrate active research potential.

The teaching load is 4 courses (2/2) during the academic year. The candidate should be prepared to teach courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels associated with their specialization and geographic region.

The Department of Anthropology embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will participate in a climate that attracts students of all ethnicities, races, nationalities, genders, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, the department actively encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups in higher education. Of special interest are candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically marginalized peoples.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Anthropology from an accredited institution. The successful candidate must have the Ph.D. completed by the start of the Fall 2022 semester.

Salary:

Commensurate with Experience

College or Department:

College of Arts & Letters

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

NA

Application Deadline:

2022-01-09-08:00

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.

This position is subject to funding.

For questions about the position, direct correspondence to Dr. Michael Harris, mharris@fau.edu.

Required Documents:
FAU’s Career Page permits the attachment of required/requested documentation.

PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into one attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted.

When completing the online application, please upload all required documentation noted here: (1) cover letter addressing research and teaching interests , (2) curriculum vitae, (3) complete contact information for three references.

Transcripts:
The selected candidate for this position is required to submit an official transcript sent directly from the institution is required for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Similarly, for degrees from outside the United States, the evaluation by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES), with an indication of the documents the evaluation was prepared from (official transcripts, diplomas, dissertation abstracts) is required for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment.

Background Screening:
Successful completion of a pre-employment background check is required for the candidate selected for this position.

Accommodations:
Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711