Anthropology – Museum Curator, CFS Professional Faculty
About The Position
The Department of Anthropology seeks applicants for a professional faculty position (open rank) in archaeology and museum studies to begin Fall 2027. The candidate will serve as a curator at the Museum of Peoples and Cultures and should have experience in teaching museum studies courses and be committed to mentoring student research. The selected candidate will be expected to maintain an active research program that supports the collections of the Museum of Peoples and Cultures and complements the current expertise of our faculty. The Museum’s collections number over 157,000 lots with regional strengths in the American Southwest, Mesoamerica, the Middle East, Polynesia, and the Andes. All areas of geographical and theoretical specialization will be considered. BYU values equal opportunity and embraces the diversity of individual characteristics, life experiences, perspectives, talents, and gifts. Candidates with experience in and commitment to mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Anthropology or closely related discipline by the start date.
- Emphasis in archaeology or a closely related discipline.
- Ability to teach museum studies courses.
- Commitment to mentoring student research.
- Active research program.
- Relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of employment.
- Abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in museum research.
- Experience in teaching museum courses.
- Experience in museum administration.
- Experience in and commitment to mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds.
- Member in good standing of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a curator at the Museum of Peoples and Cultures.
- Teach two courses each semester and one course during the Spring/Summer terms.
- Teach museum studies and archaeological field school courses.
- Teach introductory courses, archaeological method and theory, and courses within the candidate’s geographical and theoretical areas of expertise.
- Maintain an active research program that supports the collections of the Museum of Peoples and Cultures and complements the current expertise of our faculty.
- Mentor student research.
- Support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
