About the Position
The School of Social Sciences at Utah State University (USU) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Bioarchaeology. This full-time, benefited position begins on 1 August 2026 and offers a salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits. The successful candidate will contribute to research, teaching, and service within a collaborative academic environment. Focus areas include demography, socio-ecology of disease, conflict, and food systems, using bioarchaeological and molecular records. Applicants with a record of securing external research funding are strongly encouraged to apply. This position supports the department’s mission to expand graduate programmes, strengthen research partnerships, and promote interdisciplinary scholarship across the university.
Position Details
- Position: Assistant Professor of Bioarchaeology
- Institution: Utah State University
- Department: School of Social Sciences, College of Arts & Sciences
- Research Field: Bioarchaeology / Anthropology
- Location: Logan, Utah, USA
- Number of Posts: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Tenure-track (Benefited)
- Start Date (Anticipated): 1 August 2026
- Working Hours: 100% (2/2 teaching load)
- Salary Range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
- Required Degree/Diploma: PhD
Research Area
- Bioarchaeology and Human Osteology
- Molecular and Isotopic Analysis
- Socio-ecology of Disease and Health
- Human Demography and Food Systems
- Conflict Archaeology
- Quantitative and Interdisciplinary Research
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in Anthropology or related field from an accredited institution
- Ability to teach bioarchaeology courses
- Legal eligibility to work in the United States
- Completion of a background check prior to employment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Record of receiving external research grants
- Expertise in quantitative research methods
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct innovative research in bioarchaeology (50%)
- Teach undergraduate and postgraduate anthropology courses (40%)
- Contribute to departmental and university service (10%)
- Collaborate with colleagues on interdisciplinary research and funding proposals
Application Process
How to Apply: Apply online via the official Utah State University careers portal.
Required Documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover Letter (with research summary and fit statement)
- Teaching Philosophy
Important Dates
- Application Opens: 2 October 2025
- Deadline: 10 November 2025
- Interview Date: To be announced
Useful Links
- Institution Website: Utah State University
- Official Notification Link: Click here
- Apply Now: Apply
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