Lecturer Pool in Department of Anthropology (Academic Year 25/26)

Job description

Department of Anthropology Temporary Faculty Pool

The Department

The Department of Anthropology is dedicated to excellent instruction and hands-on research and applied opportunities at the undergraduate and graduate level.

The Department offers: a Bachelor of Science in Anthropology with concentration options in Archaeology, Biological Anthropology, Sociocultural Anthropology, Linguistic Anthropology, and Cross-Disciplinary Anthropology; a Master of Arts in Applied Anthropology; a Certificate in Maritime Archaeology; a Minor in Sustainable Food Systems; a Minor in Anthropology; and field programs.

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Courses/Areas of Specialization

The Department of Anthropology houses several subdisciplines, biological anthropology, cultural anthropology, linguistic anthropology, and archaeology.

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See each area for required and preferred qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications

Degree: Master’s degree in Anthropology OR a master’s degree in a closely related field directly tied to the courses of interest.

Experience: Relevant educational/research focus, professional training, or applied experience in the subdiscipline and subject matter of the courses, AND experience working with any materials (., artifacts, laboratory/field equipment) pertaining to the courses.

Additional criteria for choosing among qualified candidates: For special topics courses (., ANTH 329, 339, 359, 485, 559, 680) and regional courses (., ANTH 307, 390, 679): demonstrated mastery of and focus in the subject matter of the specific topic/region chosen by the Department to be offered in a given term.

The Department will make the final determination of eligibility and qualification for each available course, which may or may not match what an applicant indicates they are qualified to teach.

Preferred Qualifications

Degree: .

in Anthropology with a specialization in the subdiscipline of interest, OR a terminal degree in a closely related field directly tied to the courses of interest.

Experience: Successful teaching experience as demonstrated by excellent teaching evaluations, especially in the subdiscipline (and, if taught previously, in the courses) of interest.

Additional criteria for choosing among qualified candidates: Demonstrated mastery of and focus in the specific subject matter of the course(s), as evaluated through factors such as previous teaching experience with excellent evaluations, educational focus, and professional-level research/training/work experience.

Overall well-rounded experience within Anthropology.

Active engagement in applicable professional / applied setting that inform teaching and help prepare students for future success in modern markets.

Experience with active teaching methods and demonstrated commitment to continued pedagogical improvement aimed at improving inclusive student success.

Plus minimum qualifications (see above).

Position Type: Lecturer
Availability: As needed
First Review Date: Applications received by February 1st will be given first consideration.

Early response is encouraged.

Salary: Dependent on qualifications and experience.

The full-time (15 weighted teaching units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated in the schedules below are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six (6) monthly payments for each full semester.

The salary schedule information for the Lecturer – Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges:

 $5,407 - $6,677

 $6,221 - $13,224

 $6,825 - $14,523

Appointees are typically placed at the beginning of the range.

For more information on how Academic Year faculty are paid, see the .

The University: Cal Poly Humboldt is committed to eliminating opportunity gaps for marginalized student groups by adopting dynamic, student-centered practices and policies.

We value serving students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations.

The ideal candidates will demonstrate a shared commitment to the academic and professional success of our diverse student body.

We will prioritize applicants who demonstrate knowledge of and commitment to diversity and its value in professional and educational communities.

The successful candidate will be an equity-minded educator who is committed to collaborating with faculty, classified staff, administration, and students on closing opportunity gaps.

Cal Poly Humboldt sits on the traditional homelands of the Wiyot people in what is currently called Arcata, CA.

The Wiyot people call the area Goudi'ni (over in the woods).

The Cal Poly Humboldt campus in Northern California is in close proximity to several thriving Native American tribes and communities.

Humboldt currently has the largest percentage of Native American students in the CSU system and has over 30 Native American faculty and staff, many from local area California Indian tribes.

Cal Poly Humboldt is home to a number of leading Native American programs including the Indian Tribal Education and Personnel Program (ITEPP) and the Indian Natural Resource, Science and Engineering Program (INRSEP).

There are also many opportunities at Humboldt to conduct research, teaching and community work on Native American history and cultures, with resources in Special Collections at the Cal Poly Humboldt library.

The Humboldt Room in the Library has fantastic resources for tribally focused archive materials from the region.

Humboldt strives to build a supportive and inclusive Native community and engages with Native communities through initiatives and opportunities like the annual California Indian Big Time, Indigenous People's Week, and a chance to network with other faculty and staff as part of the Cal Poly Humboldt Council of American Indian Faculty and Staff.

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It is the responsibility of the applicant to provide complete and accurate employment information.

Evidence of required degree(s), certification(s), or license(s) will be required prior to the appointment date.

A background check (including a criminal records check, employment verification, and education verification) must be completed satisfactorily as a condition of employment with the CSU.

Certain positions may also require a credit check, motor vehicle report, and/or fingerprinting through Live Scan service.

Adverse findings from a background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

All CSU employees are obligated to respond to and report incidents of sexual harassment and sexual violence.

The successful candidate for this position will be mandated to receive relevant training on an annual basis.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Working in the state of California is a condition of employment for this position.

Pursuant to the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy (effective January 1, 2022), hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of the state of California is prohibited.

The employee must be able to accept on-campus instruction, as assigned, and come to campus when needed.

The CSU also prohibits hiring and retaining employees working permanently from a business location outside of the United States.

Maintaining eligibility to work in the United States is a condition of employment.

Cal Poly Humboldt does not sponsor H-1B visas for staff, management, or temporary faculty positions and we are not an E-Verify employer.

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Required Skill Profession

Postsecondary Teachers