Anthropology position open at Elon

Assistant Professor of Anthropology

The Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Elon University seeks applicants for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level in archaeology/physical anthropology with a specialization in bio-archaeology, beginning in mid-August 2008.  Ph.D. in anthropology required, along with evidence of teaching excellence as well as scholarship. The successful candidate will teach introduction to archaeology and introduction to physical anthropology along with upper division topical specializations, and must be willing to teach in Elon’s interdisciplinary program in General Studies. Elon is a dynamic, private, co-educational, comprehensive institution that is a national model for actively engaging faculty and students in teaching and learning. To learn more about Elon, please visit our website at www.elon.edu. Review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  Applications must be received by January 15, 2008 to be assured of consideration. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness, scholarly interests, and names of three references to Dr. Anne Bolin, Chair of the Anthropology Search Committee, CB 2035, Elon University, Elon, North Carolina 27244. The department will interview at the AAA meetings in Washington, DC through the AAA Placement Center. Elon University is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff and student body.  Candidates from under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.