About Position/Job
The University of Houston invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track Professor of Practice position in Anthropology within the Department of Comparative Cultural Studies, College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences. The appointment will begin in Fall 2026. This teaching-focused role involves delivering core undergraduate courses, including Introduction to Biological Anthropology and Introduction to Archaeology, alongside courses aligned with the candidate’s disciplinary specialisation. The successful candidate will contribute to a multidisciplinary department that integrates Anthropology, Religious Studies, and Liberal Studies, and supports both face-to-face and online teaching across the university’s campuses. Based primarily at the main campus in Houston, USA, the role may also involve teaching at the Katy campus, supporting the department’s commitment to accessible, high-quality anthropology education.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Professor of Practice
- Institution: University of Houston
- Department: Department of Comparative Cultural Studies
- Research Field: Anthropology
- Location: Houston, Texas, USA
- Number of Posts: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Non-tenure Track (Teaching-focused Faculty)
- Start Date (Anticipated): Fall 2026
- Working Hours: To Be Confirmed
- Salary Range: Commensurate with experience
- Required Degree/Diploma: PhD
Teaching Area
- Introduction to Biological Anthropology
- Introduction to Archaeology
- Anthropology discipline-specific courses
- Online and face-to-face undergraduate teaching
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in Anthropology completed by the time of hire
- Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate anthropology courses
- Experience with university-level teaching
Preferred Qualifications:
- Four-field background in anthropology
- Experience teaching online courses using CANVAS
- Ability to teach across multiple campuses
Key Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate courses in anthropology, including core introductory courses
- Deliver courses in both face-to-face and online formats
- Maintain a teaching load of 3:4 per semester, depending on enrolment and departmental needs
- Contribute to curriculum development within the Department of Comparative Cultural Studies
- Participate in departmental service and academic activities
Application Process
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their application materials through the University of Houston online recruitment system.
In addition, candidates must email a copy of their letter of interest to the Search Committee Chair.
Search Committee Contact:
Dr. Dinah Hannaford
Department of Comparative Cultural Studies
University of Houston
Email: drhannaf@central.uh.edu
Required Documents:
- Letter of Application
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Contact information for three professional referees
- Evidence of teaching
- Unofficial transcripts
- Sample syllabi (optional)
Official transcripts will be required upon appointment.
Important Dates
- Application Opens: To Be Confirmed
- Deadline: 1 February 2026
- Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
Useful Links
- Institution Website: University of Houston
- Official Notification: click here
- Apply Now: click here
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