Visiting Assistant Professor - Human Biology

Position: Visiting Assistant Professor - Human Biology (2...
Job Description:

The University at Albany (SUNY) seeks to hire a Visiting Assistant Professor (10 Month) for Spring 2026 (January 1, 2026 start date with classes beginning January 21, 2026) in the Department of Anthropology with teaching obligations for a large and growing undergraduate major in Human Biology. We seek a biological anthropologist able to teach lab sections for Human Anatomy and Physiology (AANT 316), as well as upper-level courses in Biological Anthropology/Human Biology.

Preference will be given to candidates with prior teaching experience and research interests that complement existing departmental strengths. The successful candidate will teach the equivalent of three courses per semester.

Primary Responsibilities:

* Teaching lab sections for Human Anatomy and Physiology (AANT 316), as well as upper-level courses in Biological Anthropology/Human Biology.

* University, College, Department Service and other reasonable duties as assigned

Functional and Supervisory Relationships:

* Reports to:

Department Chair

* May supervise employees as assigned

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

* Master's degree from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization.

* Experience teaching at the college or university level.

* Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community.

* Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Ph.D. degree in Biological Anthropology, Biology or related field from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization.

* Experience in teaching undergraduates in Biological Anthropology, Biology or related discipline.

Working Environment:

* Typical office, classroom, and instructional laboratory environment

Additional Information:

Professional Rank and Salary Range:
Visiting Assistant Professor (10 months), $53,000 - $55,000

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