Lecturer of Anthropology

Lecturer of Anthropology

The Department of Anthropology and Geography at Coastal Carolina University invites applications for a full-time Lecturer in Anthropology. Area of specialization within the field of Anthropology is open, but the candidate must be able to teach a range of lower and upper-level courses in service to an innovative combined B.A. in Anthropology and Geography, and the minor in Anthropology. We specifically seek candidates able to teach multiple sections of an undergraduate introduction to cultural anthropology course, required upper-level anthropology courses in the B.A. program, and courses in the candidate’s area of specialization.

Candidates should hold an appropriate terminal degree in anthropology or a related discipline, or meet established alternative qualifications. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to diversity, student learning, and inclusive pedagogy. The teaching load is 10 classes over the course of a 12-month academic year, and includes limited opportunities for periodically teaching evening, weekend, study-abroad, summer and distance-learning courses. The salary range is within CUPA averages. The faculty and administrators in the Spadoni College, along with professional staff across the University, will provide meaningful support for the successful candidate’s teaching as elements of their personal and professional career development. The Spadoni College administration encourages each faculty member to grow professionally, and supports a healthy work-life integration.

Coastal Carolina University is a public comprehensive liberal arts institution located in Conway, South Carolina, just nine miles from the Atlantic coastal resort city of Myrtle Beach. Coastal Carolina University enrolls over 10,000 students from 45 states and 58 nations. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the baccalaureate and master’s degrees of national and/or regional significance in the arts and sciences, business, humanities, education, and health and human services, a specialist degree in instructional technology, and PhD degrees in marine science: coastal and marine systems science and education sciences.

Interested candidates should submit: a letter of application that addresses their qualifications and commitment to teaching and diversity, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for three (3) professional references electronically at: http://jobs.coastal.edu. A review of applications will begin on November 30th and continue until the position is filled. For more information, please contact the Search Committee Chair, Lori Fields by email lfields@coastal.edu.

Coastal Carolina University is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and we seek candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community. The University provides equal opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status or disability in admissions, employment and in all of its educational programs and activities. We encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.

Coastal Carolina University is an EO/AA employer.

Posting Number: F00314P

Link to posting: https://jobs.coastal.edu/postings/18583