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Title Adjunct Instructor : Anthropology Employment Classification Adjunct Faculty Campus University of North Texas, Denton Division and Department Division: UNT-Provost; Subdivision/Department: UNT-College of Lib Arts & Soc Sci; Department: UNT-Anthropology-135300 Salary Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidate's qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding. Retirement Eligibility Eligibility based on semesterly assignment. For more information visit Department Summary The study of anthropology is the study of humanity, in all of its complexity, across space and time. Our department is one of the leading departments in the nation centered around the practice of applied cultural anthropology, or the application of anthropological methods, theories, and insights to address real world problems. A degree in Anthropology will provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to address the challenges and opportunities of living in an increasingly globalizing world. UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba. Position Overview The Department of Anthropology seeks qualified individuals for its Adjunct Instructor pool and welcomes applicants at any time. This posting is for the Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027 term. The specific courses involved vary from semester to semester and openings to teach these courses develop on a periodic basis, depending on department teaching needs. The anticipated need may include, but is not limited to, a variety of undergraduate sociocultural courses, general anthropology, peoples and cultures courses, and advanced topics courses. Graduate courses may include, but are not limited to, courses in methods, theory and praxis, and topics courses. Minimum Qualifications A minimum of 18 hours of Master's level coursework is required to teach undergraduate courses and a PhD in Anthropology or related field is required for teaching graduate courses. Preferred Qualifications Master's level coursework in any applied anthropology field. Experience teaching college level courses; familiarity with Canvas/similar system; experience with a diverse student population; excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to communicate with diverse staff and students. Physical Requirements Communicating with others to exchange information. Environmental Hazards No adverse environmental conditions expected. Work Schedule varies based on assignment Driving University Vehicle No Security Sensitive This is a Security Sensitive Position. Special Instructions Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. Benefits For information regarding our Benefits, click here. EEO Statement The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -and takes actions to prevent - discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of North Texas - Denton

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