Lecturer Pool in Department of Anthropology (Academic Year 26/27)

Lecturer Pool in Department of Anthropology (Academic Year 26/27) Apply now Job no: 555345 Work type: Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer Location: Humboldt Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Social Sciences, Temporary, Part Time 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. The Department of Anthropology houses several subdisciplines, including biological anthropology, cultural anthropology, linguistic anthropology, and archaeology. See each area for required and preferred qualifications. ANTH 102 Introduction to the Anthropology of Language (subdiscipline: cultural or linguistic anthropology ) ANTH 103 Biological Anthropology (subdiscipline: biological anthropology ) ANTH 103L Biological Anthropology Lab (subdiscipline: biological anthropology ) ANTH 104 Cultural Anthropology (subdiscipline: cultural anthropology ) ANTH 105 Archaeology and World Prehistory (subdiscipline: archaeology ) ANTH 210 Introduction to the Anthropology Major (subdiscipline: open ) ANTH 302 Anthropology of Religion (subdiscipline: cultural anthropology ) ANTH 305 Human Evolutionary Health (subdiscipline: biological anthropology ) ANTH 307 World Heritage & Archaeology (subdiscipline: open ) ANTH 310W Critical Histories of Culture, Race, and Science (subdiscipline: open ) ANTH 314 Wicked Problems of the Anthropocene (subdiscipline: cultural anthropology ) ANTH 316 Anthropology and Development (subdiscipline: cultural anthropology ) ANTH 318 Ethnography (subdiscipline: cultural anthropology ) ANTH 329 Special Topics in Social Anthropology (subdiscipline: cultural anthropology ) ANTH 330 Method & Theory in Biological Anthropology (subdiscipline: biological anthropology ) ANTH 331 Paleoanthropology (subdiscipline: biological anthropology ) ANTH 332 Skeletal Biology & Forensics (subdiscipline: biological anthropology ) ANTH 333 Primate Adaptation & Evolution (subdiscipline: biological anthropology ) ANTH 334 Anthropology, Ecology & Conservation (subdiscipline: biological anthropology ) ANTH 339 Special Topics: Biological Anthropology (subdiscipline: biological anthropology ) ANTH 340 Language & Culture (subdiscipline: cultural or linguistic anthropology ) ANTH 341 Anthropological Linguistics (subdiscipline: cultural or linguistic anthropology ) ANTH 350 Method & Theory in Archaeology (subdiscipline: archaeology ) ANTH 351 Archaeological Materials Analysis (subdiscipline: archaeology ) ANTH 352 Experimental Archaeology (subdiscipline: archaeology ) ANTH 357 Field Archaeology (subdiscipline: archaeology ) ANTH 358 Archaeology Lab (subdiscipline: archaeology ) ANTH 359 Special Topics: Archaeology (subdiscipline: archaeology ) ANTH 390 World Regions Cultural Seminar (subdiscipline: cultural anthropology or archaeology ) ANTH 395 Mesoamerican Archaeology (subdiscipline: archaeology ) ANTH 410 Anthropology Capstone (subdiscipline: open ) ANTH 482 Anthropology Internship (subdiscipline: open ) ANTH 559 Variable Topics in Archaeology (subdiscipline: archaeology ) ANTH 618 Qualitative Methods & Analysis (subdiscipline: open ) ANTH 621 Anthropology & Globalization (subdiscipline: cultural anthropology ) ANTH 637 Applied Biological Anthropology (subdiscipline: biological anthropology ) ANTH 670 Core Concepts in Applied Anthropology (subdiscipline: open ) ANTH 671 Methods in Applied Anthropology (subdiscipline: open ) ANTH 672 Theory in Applied Anthropology (subdiscipline: open ) ANTH 676 Anthropological Engagements (subdiscipline: open ) ANTH 679 Applied Anthropology Region (subdiscipline: open ) ANTH 680 Graduate Seminar (subdiscipline: depends on specific course offering ) ANTH 682 Internship / Field Placement (subdiscipline: open ) 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 materials (e.g., artifacts, laboratory/field equipment) pertaining to the courses. Additional criteria for choosing among qualified candidates: For special topics courses (e.g., ANTH 329, 339, 359, 485, 559, 680) and regional courses (e.g., 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: Ph.D. 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 informs teaching and helps prepare students for future success. Experience with active teaching methods and a demonstrated commitment to continued pedagogical improvement aimed at inclusive student success. Plus minimum qualifications (see above). Position Type: Lecturer Availability: As needed First Review Date: Applications received by April 1st annually are given first consideration. Early response is encouraged. Salary: Dependent on qualifications and experience. The salary schedule information for the Lecturer – Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges: Appointees are typically placed at the beginning of the range. The full‑time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated in the schedules above are prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester. Cal Poly Humboldt is a Title IX/Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. If accommodations need to be made during the recruitment and interview process, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io . Advertised: Feb 27 2026 Pacific Standard Time Applications close: Feb 21 2027 Pacific Standard Time #J-18808-Ljbffr