Quarterly Lecturer - Anthropology (2026-2027 Pool

Position Title

Quarterly Lecturer - Anthropology  Pool)

Temporary

$9,552 for each 4 or 5 unit course

The Department of Anthropology at Santa Clara University, a Jesuit, Catholic university, seeks applicants for Quarterly Lecturer (non‑tenure track) positions to teach courses including: ANTH 11A (Culture and Ideas I: Measuring Humans) and ANTH 12A (Culture and Ideas II: Measuring Humans) and possibly others. Specific assignments will be made according to the academic qualifications of the individual and programmatic need. Santa Clara University is on the quarter system, and the quarters are 10 weeks long with an 11th week for final examinations.

This is an applicant pool; as such, positions are hired as needed.

The successful candidate will teach no more than 2 courses in any quarter and no more than 4 courses over the Fall, Winter and Spring quarters. All classes will be presented in‑person, however, if the county health and university health conditions deteriorate, the successful candidate may be asked to teach part of the course online.

• Ph.D. in Anthropology or a closely‑related field. Applicants who are ABD or possess a Master's degree, accompanied by commensurate academic experience in Anthropology or a closely‑related field (5‑7 years of college or professional teaching) will be considered.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching Anthropology at the college level.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated excellence in creating an inclusive classroom environment.

• Experience with inclusive pedagogical practices that promote access and academic success for all students.
• Experience teaching and mentoring a diverse population of undergraduate students.

Teaching (100%).

• Conducting and appearing at all assigned class meetings in a timely and prepared manner that demonstrates a command of the discipline and skill in presenting it effectively.
• Assigning and evaluating assignments that align with the course description and course learning outcomes, and providing timely feedback to students.
• Holding regular weekly office hours on‑campus.
• Submitting student grades that are appropriate, accurate and fair measures of student performance to the Office of the Registrar by the designated deadline.
• Administering numerical and narrative evaluations for all courses.
• Where applicable, teaching from an approved syllabus for the University Core courses assigned or working with the Chair to design an appropriate syllabus for submission for approval from the relevant Faculty Core Curriculum Committee.

Service (0%):
This position does not require any service duties. You may be invited, but not required, to attend department meetings or activities.

With your CV, please include a cover letter in which you describe your experience teaching Anthropology courses as well as a sample syllabus and college‑administered student evaluations of teaching.

Deadline:
To be considered for the Fall 26 Quarter, please apply by August 3, 2026. For Winter 27 and Spring 27, your application will be considered as courses become available.

Santa Clara University is registered to do business in the following states:
California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, and Illinois. Employees approved to telecommute are required to perform their work within one of these states.

Santa Clara University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy or related conditions, reproductive health decision making, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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