Union College

Visiting Assistant Professor of Anthropology

Union College, Schenectady, NY

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About the role

Union College invites applications for the position of one year Visiting Assistant Professor of Anthropology, beginning September 1, 2026.
Review of applications will begin on March 6, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
Applications received by March 6, 2026 will receive priority consideration.

The Department prides itself on strong teaching and on building relationships with students.
Department members are all active scholars who support each other's scholarship and who value the integration of research and teaching.
The successful hire can develop courses in their area of expertise that may contribute to the college's interdisciplinary programs.

Candidates with Ph.D. in anthropology in hand and teaching experience are preferred, but ABD candidates, as well as candidates in closely related fields are welcome to apply.
The successful candidate will teach six courses over three ten-week trimesters.

The annual salary range for this position is $68,500-$70,500.
Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training.
The stated hiring rate/range represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability

Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)
Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs
Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan
Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability
Tuition programs
Anthropology at Union contributes to many interdisciplinary programs and to the Complex Questions general education curriculum that focuses on global challenges and on social justice.
We offer exceptional benefits including:
Background Checks: In accordance with our background check policy, finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions.
In accordance with our background check policy, finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions.

We believe that creating and maintaining a welcoming and diverse environment is central to our department mission.

E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

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