"Visiting Assistant Professor - Human Biology (2 Positions)"

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Visiting Assistant Professor - Human Biology (2 Positions)

About University at Albany:

Established in 1844 and designated a University Center of the State University of New York in 1962, the University at Albany's broad mission of excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, research and public service engages a diverse student body of approximately 17,000 students in nine schools and colleges across three campuses.

Located in Albany, New York, New York State's capital, the University is convenient to Boston, New York City and the Adirondacks.

Job Description:

The University at Albany (SUNY) seeks to hire a Visiting Assistant Professor (10 Month) for Fall 2025 (August 14, 2025 start date with classes beginning August 25, 2025) in the Department of Anthropology with teaching obligations for a large and growing undergraduate major in Human Biology. We seek a biological anthropologist able to teach lab sections for Human Anatomy and Physiology (AANT 316), as well as upper-level courses in Biological Anthropology/Human Biology. Preference will be given to candidates with prior teaching experience and research interests that complement existing departmental strengths. The successful candidate will teach the equivalent of three courses per semester.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Teaching lab sections for Human Anatomy and Physiology (AANT 316), as well as upper-level courses in Biological Anthropology/Human Biology.
• University, College, Department Service and other reasonable duties as assigned.

Functional and Supervisory Relationships:

• Reports to: Department Chair
• May supervise employees as assigned

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization.
• Experience teaching at the college or university level.
• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community.
• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. degree in Biological Anthropology, Biology or related field from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization.
• Experience in teaching undergraduates in Biological Anthropology, Biology or related discipline.

Working Environment:

Typical office, classroom, and instructional laboratory environment.

Additional Information:

Professional Rank and Salary Range: Visiting Assistant Professor (10 months)

Please apply online via http://albany.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=190923

Application Instructions:

Applicants MUST submit the following documents:

• CV
• Cover letter stating all the required minimum qualifications and any of the applicable preferred qualifications.
• Contact information for three references