University of Mount Union

University of Mount Union

Visiting Assistant Professor of Anthropology

Union College, Schenectady, NY

Work authorization requiredDetected 48 days ago
Research

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.

Responsibilities

  • 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.

Nice to have

  • 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.

Compensation

  • 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.
  • Employee Scholarships toward Certifications, Seminars, Training and Professional Development
  • Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability

Benefits

  • 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.

Company info

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

Visa & Work Authorization

  • 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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