Medical Anthropologist

University of Iowa



The University of Iowa, Department of Anthropology, invites applications for a tenure-track position in medical anthropology, at the rank of assistant professor, beginning August 2010.

Requirements include:
--Ph.D. in hand by August 1, 2010,
--an established publication record,
--a strong research program,
--a record of external grant support and previous teaching experience.

Postdoctoral or equivalent experience is preferred though not required. Applicants whose topical and geographical foci complement expertise represented by the two medical anthropologists on the faculty are highly desirable. See department website (http://www.uiowa.edu/~anthro) for current faculty strengths.

Teaching load is four courses per year including one large introductory course to be taught once each academic year, as well as undergraduate and graduate courses in the candidate's areas of expertise. Salary is commensurate with experience.

The Department and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences are strongly committed to gender and ethnic diversity; the strategic plans of the University and College reflect this commitment.

Women and members of minorities are especially encouraged to apply. The University of Iowa is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.


Applicants must apply online at the following website (http://jobs.uiowa.edu/) and refer to requisition number 57208.

Electronic attachments to the online application must include:
--a cover letter (with details of applicant's research program, previous teaching experience and prospective courses),
--a curriculum vitae, and
--name and contact information for three references.

Hard copies of representative publications and any other supporting materials may be sent to: Scott Schnell, Medical Anthropology Search Committee Chair, Department of Anthropology, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA 52242. Screening of applications begin on December 7, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled.

 

 

 

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