Assistant or Associate Professor of Anthropology and Director of Anthropological Studies Center

Assistant or Associate Professor of Anthropology & Director of Anthropological Studies Center

Sonoma State University invites applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor of Anthropology and Director of the Anthropological Studies Center (ASC). The role has a start date of July 2026 and is a 12‑month, full‑time, tenured/tenure‑track appointment.

SSU is a federally designated Hispanic‑Serving Institution committed to equal opportunity and to reflecting the linguistic, ethnic, and cultural diversity of the region and state. The university upholds the values of diversity, sustainability, community engagement, and adaptability, and requires all faculty to honor an open and inclusive academic environment.

• Teach and assess courses, maintain office hours, and mentor students at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Engage in service to the university, professional society, and community, including advising, committee work, and participation in institutional initiatives such as the CSU Graduation Initiative 2025.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to a teacher‑scholar model that supports graduate research and other professional opportunities for students.
• Work effectively in a multicultural environment.

• Faculty member in Anthropology with a teaching load of one course per semester, tailored to expertise in North American archaeology, cultural heritage and resources management (CHRM), and related areas.
• Lead the ASC as Director: secure regulatory contracts and research grants, serve as principal investigator, manage a team of 15–20 staff, and coordinate compliance with NAGPRA.
• Support the CHRM MS program, chair thesis/project committees, participate in governance, and potentially serve as rotating department chair or program coordinator.

• Ph.D. in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a closely related field.
• Significant experience in CHRM with demonstrated ability to identify, secure, and manage research grants and regulatory contracts.
• Experience collaborating with tribal, descendant, and stakeholder communities.
• Specialization in North American pre‑Contact, ethnohistoric, or historical archaeology.
• Proven teaching effectiveness at undergraduate and/or graduate levels and a record of fostering an inclusive learning environment.
• Effective communication skills with a diverse team of staff and faculty.

• Experience in Indigenous and/or community‑based archaeology.
• Research interests in digital/non‑invasive technologies, geoarchaeology, traditional ecological knowledge, or environmental archaeology applied to CHRM.
• Regional specialization in California or the western United States.

Rank:
Assistant or Associate Professor. Salary range: $97,000 to $120,000, depending on background, experience, and rank.

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required for selected candidate)
• Teaching Philosophy
• Statement of Interest and Vision for the Position
• Names and contact information for three references

SSU hires individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States and currently requires proof of eligibility; sponsorship of new H‑1B visas is not available. Background checks are mandatory. All employees must reside in California unless otherwise authorized under CSU policy.

Applications are accepted until filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by October 15, 2025.

For questions regarding the application process: faculty search. Search Committee Chair:
Alexis Boutin (boutin). ADA Coordinator: hraccomodations.

The university is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.

This position is a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with CSU Executive Order 1083.