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Posting Information
Posting Information
Position Title Assistant Professor in Historical Archaeology Job Posting Number 20251TTL Job Location San Marcos Department Anthropology Position Description
The Department of Anthropology at Texas State University invites applications for a new tenure-track appointment at the assistant professor level in historical archaeology with an emphasis in the archaeology of Spanish colonialism or the African Diaspora in the Americas or Caribbean, to begin Fall 2025. The successful candidate will contribute to the department’s baccalaureate degrees in anthropology, M.A. in anthropology, and Ph.D. in applied anthropology. For information about the Center for Archaeological Studies, please visit cas.anthropology.txstate.edu/.
Position Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered,https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/45903
For full consideration, all application materials must be received by November 1, 2024.
Interested Applicants Should Submit The Following Materials
For inquiries, please contact Dr. Heather Smith, Search Committee Chair, at heather.smith@txstate.edu.
Proposed Start Date Fall 2025 Posting Date 04/05/2024 Review Date 11/01/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled? Yes Legal Notices
Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre-employment, and then subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.
Reasonable Accommodation
If you experience accessibility issues or require alternative formatting during the application process due to a disability or underlying condition, we request that you contact Talent Acquisition for assistance. A representative from Talent Acquisition will respond to you as soon as possible.
Record Checks and Verifications
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Eligibility for Employment
Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.
Why Work at Texas State?
Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.
Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines and a spirit of inclusiveness, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.
Quick Link https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/45903
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Posting Information
Position Title Assistant Professor in Historical Archaeology Job Posting Number 20251TTL Job Location San Marcos Department Anthropology Position Description
The Department of Anthropology at Texas State University invites applications for a new tenure-track appointment at the assistant professor level in historical archaeology with an emphasis in the archaeology of Spanish colonialism or the African Diaspora in the Americas or Caribbean, to begin Fall 2025. The successful candidate will contribute to the department’s baccalaureate degrees in anthropology, M.A. in anthropology, and Ph.D. in applied anthropology. For information about the Center for Archaeological Studies, please visit cas.anthropology.txstate.edu/.
Position Responsibilities
- Teach introductory and advanced classes in archaeology, historical archaeology and applied archaeology in all degree programs, as assigned.
- Provide practical training for undergraduate and graduate students.
- Maintain an externally funded, active research program that results in peer-reviewed publications.
- Mentor undergraduate, M.A., and Ph.D. students.
- Contribute to service activities in the department, college, and university.
Required Qualifications
- Earned Ph.D. in anthropology or archaeology at the time of hire.
- Research in the archaeology of Spanish colonialism or the African Diaspora in the Americas or Caribbean.
- An active record of publication.
- Experience in teaching, or the ability to teach, courses such as Introduction to Archaeology, Historical Archaeology, Archaeological Theory, Historical Archaeological Methods, a field school, and other courses as needed.
- Experience mentoring students
- Experience with descendent community collaboration.
- Experience in methodologies and/or technologies that expand on those currently offered by the department.
- Evidence of external research funding, or a plan to obtain future external research funding that would support the candidate’s research and/or teaching.
Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered,https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/45903
For full consideration, all application materials must be received by November 1, 2024.
Interested Applicants Should Submit The Following Materials
- A cover letter highlighting experience and qualifications with regard to (a) the position’s responsibilities and (b) the required and preferred qualifications.
- A detailed curriculum vita
- Unofficial transcripts
- The names and email addresses of three references who will be asked to provide written letters of recommendation if the candidate is chosen for further consideration.
For inquiries, please contact Dr. Heather Smith, Search Committee Chair, at heather.smith@txstate.edu.
Proposed Start Date Fall 2025 Posting Date 04/05/2024 Review Date 11/01/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled? Yes Legal Notices
Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre-employment, and then subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.
Reasonable Accommodation
If you experience accessibility issues or require alternative formatting during the application process due to a disability or underlying condition, we request that you contact Talent Acquisition for assistance. A representative from Talent Acquisition will respond to you as soon as possible.
Record Checks and Verifications
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Eligibility for Employment
Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.
Why Work at Texas State?
Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.
Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines and a spirit of inclusiveness, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.
Quick Link https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/45903
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)
- DD 214/DD1300
- Veteran's Preference
- Licensure
- Certifications
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have an earned Ph.D. in anthropology or archaeology?
- Yes, I have a Ph.D. in anthropology or archaeology.
- Yes, ABD with a completion date prior to start date.
- No, I do not have a Ph.D. in anthropology or archaeology.
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- The Chronicle of Higher Education
- InsideHigherEd.com
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverse Issues in Higher Education
- InsightintoDiversity.com
- Texas Workforce Commission-Work in Texas
- Colleague, friend, and/or personal referral
- Other (Please Specify in follow up question below)
- * Please Specify: (enter "NA" if not applicable) (Open Ended Question)
- * Official transcripts are required for all degrees that provide evidence of a faculty member's credentials and qualifications. Foreign/International transcripts for all degrees must undergo a credentialing evaluation for U.S. equivalency by an organization that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). If selected for hire, I will provide official transcripts and/or evaluations for all degrees earned.
- Yes
- No
- * Are you currently eligible to work in the United States of America?
- Yes.
- No.
- * Do you now or in the future will you require visa sponsorship to continue working in the United States of America?
- Yes.
- No.
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