About the Position
Utah State University invites applications for a fully funded Assistant Professor position in Bioarchaeology at the School of Social Sciences, located in Logan, USA. This exciting academic opportunity focuses on bioarchaeological and molecular investigations, including demography, the socio-ecology of disease, conflict, and food systems. Candidates will contribute to internationally recognised research initiatives in Anthropology, working in a dynamic and collaborative academic environment.
The successful candidate will collaborate within the department, undertaking independent research using bioarchaeological and molecular datasets, alongside fieldwork approaches. Access to modern laboratory and research facilities, coupled with mentorship from experienced researchers, ensures a productive environment for high-impact publications, grant acquisition, and professional development. Applicants are expected to strengthen graduate programs, engage in interdisciplinary projects, and advance innovative research in Bioarchaeology and related disciplines.
Applicants must hold a PhD in Anthropology or a related field and demonstrate strong expertise in bioarchaeology. Preferred qualifications include experience securing external funding, quantitative research skills, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Excellent communication, teaching ability, and teamwork are highly valued. This is a full-time, tenure-track faculty position with a 2/2 teaching load, starting 1 August 2026, offering a competitive salary and benefits, including conference participation and international research opportunities.
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Program / Job Details
- Position: Assistant Professor of Bioarchaeology
- Institution: Utah State University, USA
- Department: School of Social Sciences, College of Arts & Sciences
- Research Field: Bioarchaeology / Anthropology
- Location: Logan, Utah
- Country: USA
- Job Type: Full-time, tenure-track faculty
- Number of Positions: 1
- Start Date: August 2026
- Salary / Funding: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits
- Required Degree / Diploma: PhD in Anthropology or related field
This fully funded academic position at Utah State University, USA, is open for one candidate starting August 2026. Explore fully funded research positions and academic opportunities at Utah State University, USA, and advance your research career through international collaboration and innovative research.
Research Area
The research project focuses on:
- Human demography, disease ecology, and conflict analysis
- Bioarchaeology of past populations and socio-ecological systems
- Molecular and isotopic analyses of human remains
- Quantitative and computational methods for archaeological datasets
- Regional and historical case studies in North America and beyond
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Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in Anthropology or a related field from a CHEA-accredited or international equivalent institution
- Ability to teach bioarchaeology courses
- Legal eligibility to live and work in the USA
- Successful completion of a background check before employment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Track record of receiving external grants
- Expertise in quantitative research and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and teaching skills
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Key Responsibilities
- Conduct independent and collaborative research in bioarchaeology
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses (2/2 teaching load)
- Publish high-quality research and secure external funding
- Contribute to graduate training and departmental service
- Engage in interdisciplinary collaborations and public outreach
Application Process
Submit your application and all required documents through the official portal
Along with the online application, please attach:
- A CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
- Cover Letter to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10”
- Please include these two sections in your cover letter:
- A summary of the applicant’s research program.
- A description of the applicant’s potential fit and collaborative potential in the anthropology program and beyond at USU.
- Please include these two sections in your cover letter:
- Teaching Philosophy to be to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Documents 1-10”
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Important Dates:
- Applications Open: 10 July 2025
- Application Deadline: 10 July 2026
- Interview Period: To be determined
- Expected Start Date: August 2026
Where to Apply:
- University Website: Utah State University
- Department / Research Group: School of Social Sciences
- Official Job Announcement: Assistant Professor of Bioarchaeology – Job Profile
- Application Portal: Submit Your Application
📧 Contact for Queries:
- Email: david.byers@usu.edu
- Phone: 435-797-0122
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