About Position/Job
The University of Arizona is inviting applications for the Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice in Applied Archaeology position within its School of Anthropology, located in Tucson, United States. This is a full-time, 9-month, Career Track (non-tenure eligible) faculty position focused on applied archaeology and cultural resource management. The role is designed to strengthen professional training at the master’s level through experiential learning, field-based instruction, internships, and community-engaged research.
The successful candidate will contribute to the Master of Anthropology programme with an emphasis in Applied Archaeology, aligning teaching and service with the School’s mission to integrate academic scholarship and professional practice. With a strong focus on North American archaeology, applied research methodologies, and ethical practice, this position offers a distinctive opportunity to shape graduate education while collaborating with government, private, and community partners.
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Position/Job Details
- Position: Assistant/Associate Professor of Practice
- Institution: University of Arizona
- Department: School of Anthropology
- Research field: Applied Archaeology
- Location: Tucson, United States
- Number of posts: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Career Track (Non-Tenure Eligible)
- Start Date (Anticipated): August 2026
- Working Hours: 40 hours per week
- Salary Range: DOE
- Required Degree/Diploma: PhD
Research Area
- Applied archaeology
- Cultural resource management (CRM)
- Archaeological theory
- Anthropological ethics
- North American archaeology
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in Anthropology or a closely related discipline
Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD in Anthropology or a related field with five or more years of professional experience in applied archaeology
- Demonstrated field experience in North American archaeology
- Strong evidence of graduate-level teaching excellence
- Experience in new course development and applied learning approaches
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and teach four master’s level courses related to applied archaeology.
- Develop and teach one master level capstone course
- Supervise graduate internships in applied archaeology
- Serve as academic advisor for Master of Anthropology students (Applied Archaeology emphasis)
- Act as the primary coordinator between internship partners and the academic programme
- Contribute to departmental service, outreach, and collaborative initiatives, including grants and partnerships
Application Process
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the University of Arizona’s official recruitment portal.
Required Documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover Letter
Important Dates
- Application Opens: 11 December 2025
- Deadline: 25 January 2026
- Interview Date: Not specified
Useful Links
- Institution Website: University of Arizona
- Official Notification Link: click here
- Apply now: University of Arizona Careers Portal
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