Rutgers Assistant Professor Position in Archaeology

Assistant Professor (tenure-track) in Archaeology (Old World Prehistory) at Rutgers. The State University of New Jersey in New Brunswick NJ

The Department of Anthropology at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, invites applications for a tenure-track professor in Archaeology (Old World Prehistory) to start in Fall 2016, subject to the availability of funding. Candidates will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses during the regular academic year and to maintain an active research program in their specialized field. Ongoing and active membership of a research team is a desirable feature as is an enthusiastic and innovative approach to teaching. Preference will be given to candidates who are capable of contributing to Rutgers' program in Evolutionary Anthropology.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. and should be able to demonstrate excellence in teaching and creative scholarship. Applications should include an up-to-date curriculum vitae and a cover letter that includes a statement about teaching, research and future interests. In addition they should include the names of three referees. Materials should be sent electronically through Interfolio apply.interfolio.com/32220. If you have any questions please contact Jovani Reaves, Administrator at Anthropology Department (joreaves@anthropology.rutgers.edu). Review of applications will begin December 1.

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