Adjunct Faculty - CANTH 1101: Cultural Anthropology; Spring Semester 2027; In-person, On-Campus

Lesley University

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Lesley University's Department of Liberal Arts seeks an adjunct faculty member to teach CANTH 1101: Cultural Anthropology during the Spring Semester 2027. The course meets in person on campus on Mondays and Wednesdays from 8:00 a.m. to 9:15 a.m.

The course introduces basic anthropology concepts and methods of cultural analysis. Students chronicle the development and evolution of anthropology, with a focus on cultural anthropology—the study of human culture, social behaviors, beliefs, and interaction. Students analyze processes of change within and between groups, especially in relation to identity, family, religion and spirituality, economy, politics, power, and globalization. Most work is classroom-based, with experiential components that are essential to understanding the role of an anthropologist in the field.

Lesley University describes itself as a highly regarded institution with graduate and undergraduate programs in education, the arts, and applied social sciences. It fosters a creative environment in which innovative ideas thrive and theory is integrated with practice. The university is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and creating a campus community where people can participate fully and belong. Adjunct faculty positions are governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement; compensation targets are available through a link in the posting.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Anthropology or a related field.
• Relevant professional or industry experience in the discipline.
• Successful undergraduate-level teaching experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• PhD or terminal degree.
• Experience teaching adult or nontraditional learners.
• Demonstrated commitment to student-centered, inclusive, and equitable teaching practices.
• Ability to effectively support students from diverse backgrounds and learning needs.
• Experience using learning management systems and instructional technology to support teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach CANTH 1101: Cultural Anthropology during the Spring Semester 2027.
• Introduce students to basic anthropology concepts and methods of cultural analysis.
• Guide students in examining anthropology's development and evolution, with a focus on cultural anthropology.
• Encourage analysis of cultural change within and between groups, including topics such as identity, family, religion and spirituality, economy, politics, power, and globalization.
• Include classroom-based instruction and experiential components that help students understand the role of an anthropologist in the field.
• Support students from diverse backgrounds and learning needs through student-centered, inclusive, and equitable teaching practices.
• Use learning management systems and instructional technology to support teaching and learning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level