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Follow the application procedures in the announcement. After screening by a search committee, successful candidates will complete an employment application, provided by the university or which can be downloaded as a (.pdf).


Department of Anthropology

AA# 46-1-150

Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania is seeking a qualified individual to fill a one-year full time temporary position (AA# 46-1-150) at the rank of instructor in the Department of Anthropology for Fall 2012-Spring 2013 academic terms (applied anthropologist specializing in medical anthropology preferred, but specializations focusing on globalization and ecology will also be considered. Geographical region open.) The successful applicant will be required to teach introductory and upper level courses. Ph.D. in Anthropology is preferred, with an earned Masters in Anthropology at the time of application required. Applicants must submit evidence of quality undergraduate classroom instruction - student evaluations preferred. Finalist(s) must communicate well and successfully complete an interview process as judged by the department faculty. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations required. Completing this search is contingent on available funding.

Application Process:

Submit a cover letter of application, vitae, the names and contact information of three references, and evidence of quality teaching postmarked by March 1, 2012 to:

Dept. Search Chair
Department of Anthropology
Centennial Hall
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
400 E. 2nd Street
Bloomsburg, PA 17815

A recommendation for hiring is needed by the majority of the regular, full-time department faculty. Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania encourages applications from historically under-represented individuals, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities and is an AA/EEO Employer. Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background check including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal background check.