"Instructor of Anthropology, Part-time, Non-tenure-track (Pool Posting)"

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

We are accepting resumes/CVs for potential openings in Sociology & Anthropology for the academic year 2025-2026, as needed. Applications to this pool will be considered to fill part-time, non-tenure track, non-benefits eligible instructor positions at the Athens campus, regional campus or online depending upon departmental needs. The need for these positions is currently undetermined and is dependent on operational need, including enrollment and staffing. If a need arises, the department will select candidates from this posting.

Applications will be accepted into the pool on an ongoing basis until 11:59pm (Eastern Time Zone) on the ‘Posting End Date’ shown below. For full consideration please apply before this date.

Please complete the online application and attach required documents to include:

A Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume.

A cover letter expressing interest and specifying availability for Fall or Spring Semester 2025-2026 and specify your availability for online or on-campus instruction, including campus location(s), and course level of interest (1000-, 2000-level)

A list of three (3) names of professional references with full contact details, including an email address.

Sample syllabus(i) for a relevant course(s)

Course evaluations, if available (attach as “Other” document type), including quantitative and qualitative evaluations

Posting Details

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the ‘Posting End Date’ shown below.

Position Information

Job TitleInstructor of Anthropology, Part-time, Non-tenure-track (Pool Posting)

Applications Accepted FromIntradepartment, University Wide, Public: Open to the Public

Special Instructions to Applicants

We are accepting resumes/CVs for potential openings in Sociology & Anthropology for the academic year 2025-2026, as needed. Applications to this pool will be considered to fill part-time, non-tenure track, non-benefits eligible instructor positions at the Athens campus, regional campus or online depending upon departmental needs. The need for these positions is currently undetermined and is dependent on operational need, including enrollment and staffing. If a need arises, the department will select candidates from this posting.

Applications will be accepted into the pool on an ongoing basis until 11:59pm (Eastern Time Zone) on the ‘Posting End Date’ shown below. For full consideration please apply before this date.

Please complete the online application and attach required documents to include:

A Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume.

A cover letter expressing interest and specifying availability for Fall or Spring Semester 2025-2026 and specify your availability for online or on-campus instruction, including campus location(s), and course level of interest (1000-, 2000-level)

A list of three (3) names of professional references with full contact details, including an email address.

Sample syllabus(i) for a relevant course(s)

Course evaluations, if available (attach as “Other” document type), including quantitative and qualitative evaluations

This position is eligible for the following benefits:sick leave and retirement.

Posting Number20162800F

Job Description

The Department of Sociology & Anthropology at Ohio University seeks to fill temporary, part-time Instructor of Anthropology positions. Potential courses include undergraduate sections of Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (ANTH 1010) or Introduction to Biological Anthropology (ANTH 2010) or Introduction to World Archaeology (ANTH 2020).

The course(s) might be taught online or on one of the following campuses: Athens, Chillicothe, Eastern, Lancaster, Pickerington, Proctorville, Southern, or Zanesville. Please indicate the campuses for which you would be available to work in your cover letter. On-campus instruction requires three hours in-class instruction per class per week and an additional hour per week for office hours.

About the Sociology and Anthropology Department at OHIO

Learn more about the courses, student programs, careers and our research expertise at this link.

Minimum Qualifications

ABD in Anthropology or closely related field at the time of application.

Preferred Qualifications

PhD in Anthropology or a closely related field.

Experience as an independent instructor (full instructional and gradebook responsibility) of a relevant course at the university level.

The focus of the degree or training must be in the subfield to be taught.

Evidence of teaching effectiveness.

DepartmentSociology and Anthropology

Pay Rate

Pay is set according to college approved rates. Please visit A&S Summer and Overload Course Policy | Ohio University for more information. Pay is accompanied by an excellent retirement plan and paid sick time. OHIO is also proud to offer wellness programs, on-site wellness facilities, and a generous employee assistance program. Additional Information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits/.

Job Open Date04/14/2025

Posting Close Date

04/12/2026

Employment Typepart-time term

Job CategoryInstructor

Months4 month

Planning UnitCollege of Arts & Sciences

Work Schedule

CampusAthens, Chillicothe, Lancaster, Southern, Zanesville, Eastern, Pickerington, Proctorville

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.Nancy Vandeman, Administrative Specialist, vandemn1@ohio.edu

Non-Discrimination Statement

Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Resume/Curriculum Vitae

References

Actual or proposed course syllabi

Other (See Special Instructions to Applicants for Details)

Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Do you have relevant teaching experience at the university level?

Yes

No

Are you ABD or PhD in Anthropology?

Yes

No