Assistant Professor in Medical Anthropology Job no: 533492 Work type: Tenure-Track Faculty Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) Categories: Social/Behavioral Science, Humanities Department: 16040100 - LS-ANTHROPOLOGY-GENERAL The University of Florida, Department of Anthropology invites applications for a tenure‐track position in medical anthropology at the rank of Assistant Professor. The department seeks a theoretically and methodologically rigorous scholar who can integrate multiple perspectives on health and illness across disciplinary and sub-disciplinary boundaries. We value applied approaches and community participatory research, and expect applicants to have an active program of empirical field research. Regional expertise should complement existing department strengths, which could include a focus on the United States, Asia, or multi-sited comparative work. Applicants should have a broad foundation in medical anthropology, contribute to the four‐field mission of the department, and be prepared to participate in the expansion of experiential learning opportunities at the undergraduate level, particularly through actively involving undergraduates in research. The successful applicant will have an excellent record of externally funded research, peer‐reviewed publications reflective of an active research program, and demonstrated experience and enthusiasm for teaching and mentoring both undergraduate and graduate students. The appointment begins on August 16, 2025; a Ph.D. in anthropology is required at the time of appointment. The successful candidate will be expected to: Maintain an active research agenda. Pursue external research funding. Teach two courses per semester at the undergraduate and/or graduate level. Provide service to the department, the university, and the profession. The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package. Employment Benefits include: Health Insurance: UF participates in state- and university-sponsored benefits programs for individuals, families, and domestic partners, and offers voluntary insurance that includes vision, dental, long-term disability, and more. Retirement Options: Attractive options include Florida Retirement System Pension Plan, State University System Optional Retirement Program, Florida Retirement System Investment Plan, and Voluntary Retirement Savings Plan. Leave: UF staff enjoy a generous paid leave plan as well as access to a sick-leave pool, maternity/paternity leave, and leave payouts. Preferred Qualifications: Ability to teach a variety of courses, including introductory medical anthropology, methods courses, and other courses related to the candidate’s area of expertise. Special Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration, applications must be submitted online. A complete application includes: (1) a cover letter including discussion of research, mentoring, and teaching experience and interests, (2) a CV, and (3) the names and email addresses for three references. Applications are due via the online system by December 1, 2024. Only applications completed by this date will be considered. The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. If an accommodation due to disability is needed in order to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD). The Department of Anthropology is committed to promoting an environment that welcomes all abilities, classes, ethnicities/races, gender identities, and expressions. We particularly welcome applicants who can contribute to such an environment through their scholarship, teaching, mentoring, and professional service. Advertised: 15 Oct 2024 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: 01 Dec 2024 Eastern Standard Time #J-18808-Ljbffr University Of Florida
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