Indigenous Liberal Studies; Ils Adjunct Faculty

Description

IAIA is seeking an accomplished scholar with an academic background in Native American anthropology or sociology who has taught courses incorporating indigenous perspectives. This faculty position will enhance current courses in IAIA’s ILS program, an integral part of the Institute’s degree programs and curriculum.

• Teaching ILS courses that explore the historical context, criticism, theory and methodologies of Native American issues from an anthropological and sociological perspective.
• Developing and expanding the existing ILS course offerings.
• Maintaining regular office hours and participating in ILS department activities.

• Requires a Master’s degree with recent and relevant experience teaching Indigenous and Native American Studies at the college level.
• Must have a demonstrated record of high-level professional achievement.
• Must demonstrate a proven background in anthropology, social sciences, and research methodologies.
• Experience with American Indian and Alaska Native communities and cultures is required.

• Doctorate degree.
• College-level teaching experience at both introductory and upper levels.
• Experience teaching at least four courses per semester.
• Experience advising students, supervising senior projects, and serving on faculty councils and committees.

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Applicants should upload a resume and cover letter. Native preference applies; please submit CIB/Tribal enrollment if claiming preference. Under IAIA’s Congressional charter and in accordance with our commitment to recruit and empower qualified Native people to carry out our mission, IAIA gives preference in hiring to Native Americans to the maximum extent practicable.

The standard background check will be conducted on finalists.

Deadline: OPEN UNTIL FILED.