Assistant Professor, Digital Heritage, Anthropology and Archaeology

The Department of Anthropology & Archaeology invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Digital Heritage. We seek a scholar whose research and teaching engage digital methods and ethics in heritage across archaeology and social and cultural anthropology. We welcome applicants who advance collaborative, community-engaged, and public-facing work (e.g., LiDAR/remote sensing; digital repatriation; community archives; digital storytelling, co-created exhibits; GLAM (Galleries, Libraries, Archives, Museums partnerships), and who address equity, data governance, and long-term stewardship in culturally responsive ways. Our department is advancing the University of Calgary’s strategic plan, Ahead of Tomorrow, by contributing to the “Digital Worlds” research area of focus, which seeks to understand data and human connection through transdisciplinary approaches.

Possible areas of focus
Areas of focus within this position may include archaeology and heritage approaches such as LiDAR and photogrammetry, remote sensing and GIS, 3D reconstruction and visualization, VR/AR/XR applications for heritage interpretation, digital field data capture and curation, heritage informatics, collections digitization, heritage risk and vulnerability modeling, and digital public archaeology.
Equally, we welcome expertise in social and cultural anthropology, including critical curatorial and museum-based approaches to digital technologies, community memory and digital technologies, digital ethnographies of heritage platforms and publics, community-integrated digital heritage initiatives, digital data governance and policy, ethical data lifecycles involving metadata, access, consent, and reuse, and the study of AI and online networks as they intersect with heritage.

Candidates whose work addresses Indigenous data sovereignty and aligns with frameworks such as OCAP®, CARE, and FAIR, as well as community-controlled access (e.g., Local Contexts), are especially encouraged to apply.

Qualifications
• Ph.D. in Anthropology or Archaeology, or a closely related discipline, a strong research record, and teaching experience.
• Record of community-based, collaborative projects (with, but not limited to Indigenous Nations, local communities, museums/archives/heritage agencies).
• Evidence of transdisciplinary collaboration and program building (including, but not limited to digital heritage labs, field schools, GLAM partnerships). Experience with ethical, policy, and sovereignty frameworks (OCAP®, CARE, FAIR); familiarity with Local Contexts TK/BC Labels.

Application Instructions
Interested individuals are encouraged to apply online via this link: https://careers.ucalgary.ca/jobs/17110137-assistant-professor-digital-heritage-anthropology-and-archaeology. Please be aware that the application process allows for only four attachments. Your four application attachments should be organized to contain the following:
• Cover letter and curriculum vitae, including the name and contact information of three referees
• Statement of research interests, accomplishments, and vision (maximum 2 pages)
• Statement of teaching philosophy (maximum of 2 pages)
• Statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (maximum 2 pages)

Description of Work Environment:
The Department of Anthropology and Archaeology, and Faculty of Arts are committed to supporting research and teaching, and we offer and support opportunities to improve your research and your teaching practice by collaborating with people in other disciplines. The Taylor Institute for Teaching and Learning also offers professional development and additional resources for those who are developing new ways to teach. The University of Calgary adheres to the principles of the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA) and strives to evaluate research impact responsibly and inclusively by explicitly considering discipline-appropriate methods for demonstrating the quality, significance, and societal impact of a broad range of research contributions. The Department of Anthropology and Archaeology is continuously improving our environment and culture to foster an inclusive environment where all department members can participate and collaborate to their full potential.

The University of Calgary’s comprehensive benefits and pension program is designed to promote a productive level of health and well-being to staff members through coverage for health, dental, life insurance, income protection for disability, and retirement income planning. To learn about our comprehensive benefits package, please visit http://www.ucalgary.ca/hr/academic_benefits_pension

Position Start Date: July 1, 2026
Application Deadline: February 6, 2025

Please submit your application online via this link: https://careers.ucalgary.ca/jobs/17110137-assistant-professor-digital-heritage-anthropology-and-archaeology

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy ii’ taa’poh’to’p committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments (oic@ucalgary.ca) and requests for accommodations can be sent to People & Culture (hrhire@ucalgary.ca).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In this connection, at the time of your application, please answer the following question: Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada? (Yes/No)

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About the University of Calgary
UCalgary is Canada’s entrepreneurial university, located in Canada’s most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada’s leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.

The university’s commitment to the Indigenous Strategy is evident through the oversight of 18 Elders serving on the Circle of Advisors and the many unit-based circles working towards implementation of the strategy including the Faculty Advisory Circle and teams such as the Office of Indigenous Engagement, the Writing Symbols Lodge, and the Indigenous Research Support Team. Many Indigenous-based events and processes are impacting curriculum, programming and polices at the University of Calgary.

About Calgary, Alberta
Calgary is one of the world’s cleanest cities and has been named one of the world’s most livable cities for years. Calgary is a city of leaders – in business, community, philanthropy and volunteerism. Calgarians benefit from a growing number of world-class dining and cultural events and enjoy more days of sunshine per year than any other major Canadian city. Calgary is less than an hour’s drive from the majestic Rocky Mountains and boasts the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America.

With a growing urban Indigenous population of approximately 50,000 people, there are several Indigenous organizations and many events and ceremonies taking place in the city throughout the year.

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