UC Santa Barbara seeks one or more lecturers broadly trained in Anthropology to teach courses across the subdisciplines, with particular emphasis on intersections of anthropological approaches to the biological, ecological and cultural dimensions of health. The lecturer will develop and teach three large gateway courses with a maximum enrollment of 300 students and one upper division specialty course, teach undergraduate students pursuing Anthropology of Health honors projects, and participate in curriculum development and assessment for the health track in Anthropology. A Master's Degree in Anthropology or closely related field and one year of demonstrated teaching experience are required; a PhD in Anthropology or a related field, expertise in Biological, Sociocultural or Archaeological Anthropology, two years of teaching experience, experience teaching large classes of more than 100 students, and experience working with Teaching Assistants are preferred. Applications require a CV, cover letter and a teaching statement of up to two pages, with teaching evaluations optional and three references contacted only for top candidates. A reasonable estimated full-time annual rate for this position is $70,977-$98,249. Review of applications began on May 26, 2026, and applications continue to be accepted until the final date of March 31, 2027.
- DegreeMaster's
- OtherAs a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct. “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination as defined by the employer.
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