Part-time Lecturer in Biological Anthropology (Fall 2025)

Description

The Department of Anthropology at Tufts University seeks a part-time lecturer to teach ANTH 40 Biological Anthropology, an introductory lab class, in the fall of 2025. This course introduces students to evolutionary perspectives on human biology - including Mendelian and population genetics, non-human primates, hominid paleontology, and human behavior and adaptation.

Qualifications

We are seeking candidates with college-level teaching experience; a Ph.D. or ABD candidate status in Evolutionary Anthropology, Biological Anthropology, or Human Evolutionary Biology is preferred, but those with PhDs in related fields are also encouraged to apply.

Application Instructions

All materials are submitted via Interfolio at: https://apply.interfolio.com/165893.  Applicants must submit a letter of application including a statement of teaching interests & experience, a CV, and a sample syllabus. The letter of application should include a statement describing the candidate’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice. Please also send us the contact information for two people who might provide letters of reference.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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