Pro Tem Instructor (Anthropology) - Open Pool

Department: CAS Anthropology
Rank: Instructor
Annual Basis: 9 Month

Applications will be reviewed as needs arise

The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) is the intellectual hub of the University of Oregon, serving nearly two-thirds of all students. Home to more than 800 faculty across 50+ departments and programs in the humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences, CAS is a dynamic and interdisciplinary academic community. Our faculty and advisors work closely with students to develop critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and clear communication skills to address real-world challenges.

CAS staff and managers are integral to this work, playing vital roles in supporting academic excellence and advancing the mission of both the College and the University.
The Department of Anthropology is dedicated to better understanding human cultural and biological origins and diversity through education and research. The faculty is committed to excellence in teaching and to the advancement of knowledge through local, national, and international programs of research. As anthropologists, we are engaged in understanding recent and historical developments in the world at large, and we also seek to bring anthropological perspectives to bear on the problems of a modern global society.

The department embraces a broad intellectual pluralism where different theoretical and methodological approaches are recognized and valued.

The Department of Anthropology at the University of Oregon seeks to establish a pool of qualified candidates interested in Pro Tem Instructor positions. Depending on departmental needs and candidate qualifications, Pro Tem Instructors may teach lower or upper division undergraduate courses. Instructional assignments may include Introduction to Cultural Anthropology, World Archaeology, and Human Growth and Development, or other courses.
Positions are limited duration appointments potentially renewable for up to a total of three years, based on programmatic need, funding, and performance. Screening of applications will take place as positions become available and continue until positions are filled.

• Master’s Degree in Anthropology or related field.
• One (1) year post-secondary instructional experience.

• Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students from a variety of diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to contribute to institutional diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.

• PhD in Anthropology or related field
• Experience teaching undergraduate courses in Anthropology

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

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Advertised: August 7, 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: August 7, 2027 Pacific Daylight Time