Anthropology Lecturer Position Biological Anthropology and Archaeology AY

Position overview

Salary range: A reasonable annual salary estimate for this position is $70,977.00

Open date: June 11, 2026

Next review date: Wednesday, Jul 1, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Friday, Aug 7, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

The Department of Anthropology seeks a Biological Anthropology and Archaeology Lecturer (ANT
1), Introduction to Archaeology (ANT
3), and Ancient Animals and People (ANT 25), Introduction to Forensic Anthropology (ANT 56), pending administrative approval and funding, for the academic year .

Demonstrated experience in teaching and an advanced degree in Anthropology or related discipline is required. We will prioritize recent graduate students who have worked closely with the Anthropology program at Davis.

Applicant should submit a cover letter, CV, contact information for two references, and a teaching statement. Example course syllabi and prior teaching evaluations are optional. Applicants can apply and submit their materials through the online application form, which can be found at:
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Applications are due July 1, 2026. We will review applications and notify you if you have been selected by July 31, 2026.

Current Unit 18 lecturers need not reapply to be considered for reappointment. Current lecturers should contact Anthropology Chair Christyann Darwent to request consideration for reappointment; they will then be assessed according to the current department guidelines.

The University of California, Davis is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of diversity among its faculty and staff.

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

Basic qualifications

To be eligible for appointment, you must have completed a Master's degree in Anthropology or related discipline. Preference will be given for candidates who have completed PhD coursework, are PhD candidates, or have completed a PhD in Anthropology or related discipline.

Additional qualifications

Must have demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching Biological Anthropology courses.

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - most recent updated
  - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter - a letter describing your qualifications, teaching interests
• Statement of teaching - a statement of your teaching philosophy
• Authorization to Release Information Form
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Reference requirements

• 2 required (contact information only)

Please provide contact information for (1) references and The name of a UC Anthropology Professor who will submit a letter of recommendation on your behalf.

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The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state for federal law.