"Assistant Professor in Sociocultural Anthropology"

The Department of Anthropology at the University of Lethbridge invites applications from sociocultural anthropologists for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor to commence on July 1, 2026, subject to budgetary approval. Hiring salary will be in the range of $79,132 to $98,000 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

We are seeking to hire a sociocultural anthropologist with a strong and active record of ethnographic research with a demonstrated ability to produce high-quality research, and potential for securing research funding. The successful candidate will be able to expand our faculty expertise and course offerings in terms of both geographical area of focus (e.g. Oceania, Asia, Middle East) and research concentration (e.g. health and medicine; psychology and cognition; language and communication; urban studies; art and performance; gender and selfhood). In addition, they would be expected to teach our general introductory class, contribute to teaching other required courses in our program (such as Theory and/or Methods, and a regional ethnography course), and to develop additional undergraduate courses relevant to their interests and expertise that contribute to our existing offerings. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to supervise graduate students either through the department or interdisciplinary programs administered through the School of Graduate Studies. Please consult the Department of Anthropology website for background on our program and faculty research. The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. or be nearing completion of a Ph.D. in Anthropology, with a strong record of scholarship and teaching experience, as well as an interest in departmental service.

Application ProcessAll applications must be submitted online and should include: a letter of application that briefly outlines research and teaching interests, a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy (no more than 2 pages), a dedicated research statement (no more than 2 pages), syllabi of courses previously taught, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and contact information for three references who are academics in the relevant fields. References for short-listed candidates will be contacted directly with information on how to submit their reference letters.

For enquiries about the position, please contact Dr. C. James MacKenzie, Acting Chair, Department of Anthropology, at james.mackenzie@uleth.ca

The deadline for applications is January 12, 2026, or until a suitable candidate is found.

While all applications will be considered, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference.

Understanding that career interruptions can have an impact on a candidate’s record of achievement, we encourage applicants to explain in their applications any impact that career interruptions have had on their record.

The University of Lethbridge is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, including through the hiring process. If you require support during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at human.resources@uleth.ca. All private information received in relation to your request for support will be kept confidential. Only information required to facilitate the accommodation will be shared with the selection committee.