Instructional Assistant Professor of Anthropology

Note for Current UM Employees

Current employees must apply internally via connectU > connectu.olemiss.edu

Position Description

The Department of Sociology and Anthropology at the University of Mississippi invites applications for the position of Instructional Assistant Professor of Anthropology and Undergraduate Program Coordinator. This is a regular, full-time position beginning in August 2025. We are seeking an anthropologist who can teach Introduction to Anthropology and other undergraduate courses in our course catalogue. Candidates should have demonstrated experience advising, mentoring, and teaching undergraduate students. The successful candidate will also serve as the Undergraduate Program Coordinator for the BA program in Anthropology. Undergraduate Program Coordinator responsibilities include undergraduate recruitment, retention, advising, programming of events, coordinating and updating the curriculum, managing social media accounts, and growing the major and minor in Anthropology. This position has a 4/4 teaching load. The successful candidate is eligible for a 1 course per year teaching reduction or a $5,000 stipend to compensate for additional duties associated with serving as Undergraduate Coordinator. The job is open to any field of Anthropology. The preferred candidate will be able to teach online and in-person courses that strengthen our four-field program in Anthropology.   

Position Details

Appointment: 9 month

Assignment Type: Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

A Ph.D. (or advanced ABD) in Anthropology or related field is required at the time of application.

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Application Procedures

Interested applicants should apply online at https://careers.olemiss.edu by submitting a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a list of references with contact information for three people, and evidence of effectiveness in teaching, advising, and mentoring. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Marcos Mendoza, chair of the search committee at mendoza@olemiss.edu. Review of applications will begin on April 1 and will continue until the position is filled.

About the University of MS & Oxford, MS

Founded in 1848, the University of Mississippi (UM), affectionately known to alumni, students and friends as Ole Miss, is Mississippi's flagship university. Included in the elite group of R-1: Doctoral Universities - Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and business. The University of Mississippi, consistently named by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a “Great College to Work For,” is located in Oxford, MS, which is ranked one of the “Top 10 Best College Towns.” With more than 24,000 students, UM is the state's largest university and is ranked among the nation's fastest-growing institutions. The University of Mississippi, which has aggressively implemented many health and wellness initiatives for its more than 2,900 employees, has consistently been named one of Mississippi’s Healthiest Workplaces.

Touted as the “Cultural Mecca of the South”, creativity abounds in Oxford as musicians, artists and writers alike find inspiration in Oxford’s rich history, small town charm and creative community. Oxford is a one-hour drive south of Memphis, TN and is known as the home of Nobel Prize winning author William Faulkner. Over the years Oxford has also been known for offering exceptional culinary experiences and as the home of the University of Mississippi and the Ole Miss Rebels, there is always something here to immerse yourself in. Oxford has also been featured as a literary and arts destination in such publications as The New York Times, Southern Living, Condé Nast Traveler, and GQ. Among other cultural activities, annual events include the Oxford Film Festival, a thriving local music scene, and the Ford Center Performing Arts Series. Oxford is a vibrant university town, filled with unique shops and galleries, eclectic restaurants and clubs, historic landmarks, and comfortable inns.

Background Check Statement

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EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.