Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor in Anthropology

The Wellesley College Anthropology Department invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor (VATP) to teach two courses during the 26-27 academic year. The candidate will teach Introduction to Forensic Anthropology in the Fall semester and Introduction to Biological Anthropology in the Spring semester. Compensation will be $10,000 per course. Access to previous teaching materials for these courses will be available to the candidate should they choose to use them in constructing their courses, though the successful candidate will have the freedom to design the courses based on their own preferences.

Depending on the applicant pool, two different VATPs may be hired to each teach one course, so applicants should be sure to specify in their cover letter whether they are applying to teach only one of the needed courses (and which one) or both.

In addition to class meeting times, the candidate will hold regular office hours in person and promptly respond to student inquiries throughout the semester. There are no expectations for this position regarding formal advising. The candidate will be expected to engage in professional development and departmental service as outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

Applicants must hold or be about to receive the Ph.D in Anthropology or related field. Prior teaching experience is preferred, though not required, for this position. There is no possibility of renewal for this position.

• Teaching Load: 2 courses, one each semester
• Term of Appointment:  academic year
• Target
  
  Start Date:
  
  8/31/2026
• Minimum Salary: $10,000 per course, $20,000 total

May 11, 2026

Wellesley’s mission is to provide an excellent liberal arts education to women who will make a difference in the world. We advance our mission by working together as a community—faculty, students, staff, and alumnae. For those roles that are half-time or greater, we offer a comprehensive array of benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and a retirement savings plan. Benefits are governed by plan documents and eligibility provisions.