Position Description

The Department of Anthropology at Yale University seeks to hire a full-time tenured associate or full professor in the sociocultural anthropology of South Asia beginning as early as January 1, 2028. The topic of specialization is open. The selected scholar will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in sociocultural anthropology and South Asian studies; these courses may include theoretical, topical, methodological, and/or other offerings, as appropriate to specialization. The teaching expectation is normally four courses per academic year, plus service to the department and university. Mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students is also expected. 

Qualifications

The appointee must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree.

Application Instructions

Applicants should apply via apply.interfolio.com/188603. An initial application includes a cover letter, up-to-date CV, and 2-page statement of research interests and plans.

Review of applications will begin September 15, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. For questions regarding this position, please email Doug Rogers, Chair of Anthropology, at doug.rogers@yale.edu.

Position Description

The Department of Anthropology at Yale University seeks to hire a full-time tenured associate or full professor in the sociocultural anthropology of South Asia beginning as early as January 1, 2028. The topic of specialization is open. The selected scholar will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in sociocultural anthropology and South Asian studies; these courses may include theoretical, topical, methodological, and/or other offerings, as appropriate to specialization. The teaching expectation is normally four courses per academic year, plus service to the department and university. Mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students is also expected. 

Qualifications

The appointee must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree.

Application Instructions

Applicants should apply via apply.interfolio.com/188603. An initial application includes a cover letter, up-to-date CV, and 2-page statement of research interests and plans.

Review of applications will begin September 15, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. For questions regarding this position, please email Doug Rogers, Chair of Anthropology, at doug.rogers@yale.edu.