Sociology and Anthropology (Cultural Anthropology), Full-Time Lecturer, Faculty

MTSU Jobs•Murfreesboro, TN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) is seeking applicants for a full-time, temporary (non-tenurable) faculty position at the rank of lecturer in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology. This is a one-year temporary appointment with the possibility of annual renewal based on funding, need, and performance. The successful candidate will be a cultural anthropologist with four-field training and a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching. The role involves a 5/5 teaching load, including multiple on-ground and online sections of the undergraduate cultural anthropology general education course, as well as other undergraduate courses in their area of expertise. MTSU values a diverse student body, including many first-generation college students, and expects a commitment to quality undergraduate teaching.

Requirements

Master's degree in anthropology by the appointment date.
Four-field training in cultural anthropology.
Demonstrated excellence in and commitment to undergraduate teaching.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment.
Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

An area of expertise that complements existing faculty strengths (e.g., geographic, methodological, or theoretical areas of research).
A PhD in anthropology.
Expertise in cultural anthropology.
Experience teaching undergraduate anthropology courses.

Responsibilities

Teach a 5/5 teaching load.
Teach multiple on-ground and online sections of undergraduate cultural anthropology general education courses.
Teach additional new or existing undergraduate courses in their area of expertise.
Contribute to the department's commitment to undergraduate teaching.
Work with a diverse student body, including first-generation college students.