Assistant Professor of Anthropology

501 East 38th Street

Erie, PA 16546

814-824-2000

800-825-1926

mercyhurst.edu

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor – Anthropology

The Department of Anthropology at Mercyhurst University (Erie, PA) invites applications for a tenure-

track assistant professor position in anthropology with expertise in sociocultural and/or archaeological

anthropology. Preference will be. given to those applicants who are committed to teaching excellence

and supporting undergraduate research, have academic leadership experience, and experience

conducting long-term fieldwork. Courses to be offered will include introductory sociocultural and

archaeology courses, as well as methods courses, anthropological ethics, and other sociocultural

subjects as needed by the department. Candidates will have the opportunity to develop specialty

courses in their areas of expertise. Candidates will teach undergraduates in the major, minor, and the

liberal arts core. Other duties include student advising, undergraduate research supervision,

recruitment, and university and departmental service. A Ph.D. in Anthropology is required. Standard

contracts at the University run 9 months (August 15-May 15) with a 24 credit-hour teaching load.

Application Process

Applicants should submit a letter of interest, a statement of teaching and research philosophy, a

curriculum vitae, transcripts (initial submissions may be unofficial copies), and three letters of

recommendation. Initial review of complete applications will begin on May 17, 2021 and will continue

until May 30, or until the position is filled. Direct applications to:

Human Resources

Mercyhurst University

501 East 38th Street

Erie, PA 16546

[email protected]

Mercyhurst University is a four-year, Catholic, liberal arts institution founded in 1926 by the Sisters of

Mercy. It is located in northwestern Pennsylvania along Lake Erie. A Mercyhurst education, inspired by

the works and vision of the Sisters of Mercy, aims at engaging students for life and at creating leaders

injustice and service. Today Mercyhurst University is home to more than 3,000 undergraduate and

graduate students seeking academic excellence, professional expertise, an environment of

inclusiveness, and high expectations for growth and development of the whole person.

As an equal opportunity employer Mercyhurst University seeks candidates who are committed to the

principles of diversity and our Mission. We encourage members of diverse groups to apply.

Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the United States.