Teaching Assistant Professor

The Department of Anthropology at East Carolina University (ECU) invites applications for a fixed-term Teaching Assistant Professor, beginning as early as January 2027. This 9-month, renewable, non-tenure track position is expected to provide high-quality undergraduate instruction in the BA Anthropology degree program. The successful candidate will teach four courses each semester in a combination of face-to-face and asynchronous online modalities (a 4/4 teaching load). Teaching expectations include Forensic Anthropology and Introductory Biological Anthropology lectures and labs. The successful candidate may also assist in forensic anthropological casework and may contribute to mentorship and teaching for the MA in Anthropology.

Minimum Education/Experience

PhD in Anthropology or closely related field. All degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

None.

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

The preferred candidate will have experience teaching courses in Forensic Anthropology and Introductory Biological Anthropology. The preferred candidate will also have forensic anthropological casework experience.

Special Instructions to Applicant

To apply, complete a candidate profile and submit the following items for position number 937626 at https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/97803.

• Cover Letter
• CV
• A Statement of teaching philosophy with evidence of teaching effectiveness
• Contact information for three current references

Review of applications will begin on 11/7/2026. Official transcripts are required upon employment, and three reference letters are required upon selection as a finalist.

Inquiries about the position can be addressed to the search committee chair, Dr. Christopher Wolfe, [email protected].

Contingent upon available funding.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Additional Instructions to Applicant

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

Job Open Date

10/16/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.

11/06/2026

Initial Screening Begins

11/07/2026

Rank Level

Not Applicable

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/97803

Nondiscrimination Statement

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Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA[email protected].

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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