Fwd: More Job Opportunities for Anthropologists at the University of Virginia

Tue Oct 15 23:55:00 UTC 2013

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From: Ira Bashkow <bashkow at GMAIL.COM<mailto:bashkow at GMAIL.COM>>
Subject: More Job Opportunities for Anthropologists at the University of Virginia

In addition to the medical anthropology position that I posted to the list yesterday, the University of Virginia this year has three other jobs that are open to anthropologists, including ABDs.

We would be grateful if you would forward this notice to graduate students and scholars who might be interested in any of them:

1. Open rank position in women's health in the Program in Women, Gender, and Sexuality

2. Three-year Lecturer position in LGBTQ studies (especially health) in the Program in Women, Gender, and Sexuality

3. Assistant Professor position in ethnography of ethnic communities in the American Studies Program

The full postings appear below.

I'll also include again the posting for our Assistant Professor position in medical anthropology in the Department of Anthropology.

Many thanks!
Ira

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PROGRAM IN WOMEN, GENDER, AND SEXUALITY, UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA
OPEN RANK POSITION IN WOMEN'S HEALTH
https://jobs.virginia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=71297

The University of Virginia's interdisciplinary program in Women Gender & Sexuality (WGS) invites applicants for a joint tenure-track position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level, with expertise in scientific research on women's health, to begin August 25, 2014. We seek candidates whose areas of expertise involve some combination of the areas of psychology, sociology, women, gender, sexuality, and health, broadly defined. Fields of specialization could include social, psychological, and behavioral factors in health and illness among girls and women; research on health disparities involving girls or women; or demographic studies of gender, sexuality, health, and disease. The position will be 50% in WGS and 50% in a department such as Psychology or Sociology within the University's College of Arts and Sciences.

In addition to developing external funding to support research endeavors, candidates will be expected to teach at the graduate and undergraduate levels and provide service to the Program, Department, and University. Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2013 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants at the Assistant Professor level must be on track to receive a Ph.D. in the relevant field by May 2014 and must hold a PhD at the time of appointment. Others are expected to have earned a Ph.D. at time of application, and to present a strong record of teaching and scholarship.

To apply, candidates must submit a Candidate Profile through Jobs at UVa (https://jobs.virginia.edu<https://jobs.virginia.edu/>), search on posting number 0612723 and electronically attach the following: a cover letter of interest describing research agenda and teaching experience, a curriculum vitae, a sample article- or chapter-length scholarship (Attach to Writing Sample 1) and contact information for three references. Please have reference letter writers email letters directly to wgsuva at gmail.com<mailto:wgsuva at gmail.com>. Questions regarding the application process in JOBS at UVa should be directed to: Laura Mellusi at the WGS Program, lk9a at virginia.edu<mailto:lk9a at virginia.edu>.

The University will perform background checks on all new faculty hires prior to making a final offer of employment. The College of A&S and the University of Virginia welcome applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities; we seek to build a culturally diverse intellectual environment and are committed to a policy of equal employment opportnity and to the principles of affirmative action in accordance with state and federal laws.

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PROGRAM IN WOMEN, GENDER, AND SEXUALITY, UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA
THREE-YEAR LECTURER POSITION IN LGBTQ STUDIES
https://jobs.virginia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=71509

The University of Virginia's interdisciplinary program in Women Gender & Sexuality (WGS) invites applicants for a three-year non-tenure track appointment as Lecturer in LGBTQ Studies, to begin August 25, 2014. Field of specialization within LGBTQ Studies is open, but candidates in any area of science, especially LGBTQ Health, are particularly encouraged to apply. Candidates from the humanities and social sciences are also welcome. Duties include teaching, research, and service to the WGS Program, College of Arts & Sciences, and University. Review of applications will begin on November 1, and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants must be on track to receive a Ph.D. in the relevant field by May 2014 and must hold a Ph.D. at the time of appointment.

To apply, candidates must submit a Candidate Profile through jobs at UVa (https://jobs.virginia.edu<https://jobs.virginia.edu/>), search on posting number 0612871 and electronically attach the following: a cover letter of interest describing research agenda and teaching experience, a curriculum vitae, a sample article- or chapter-length piece of scholarship (Attach to Writing Sample 1) and contact information for three references. Please ask reference letter writers to email their letters directly to lgbtquva at gmail.com<mailto:lgbtquva at gmail.com>. Questions regarding the application process in jobs at UVa should be directed to: Laura Mellusi at the WGS Program, lk9a at virginia.edu<mailto:lk9a at virginia.edu>.

The University will perform background checks on all new faculty hires prior to making a final offer of employment. The College of Arts & Sciences and the University of Virginia welcome applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities; we seek to build a culturally diverse intellectual environment and are committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and to the principles of affirmative action in accordance with state and federal laws.

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PROGRAM IN AMERICAN STUDIES, UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR POSITION IN ETHNOGRAPHY OF ETHNIC COMMUNITIES
https://jobs.virginia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=71458

The University of Virginia's American Studies Program invites applications for a jointly appointed tenure-track assistant professor of American Studies who studies ethnic communities in the United States. The position will be 50% in American Studies and 50% in one of the following disciplines: Anthropology, Sociology, or History; we especially seek scholars who are engaged with the disciplines of Anthropology, Sociology, or History. The successful candidate should be able to teach theory and methods courses in American Studies as well as in the department with which they hold a joint appointment, and will have an active research profile which might utilize ethnography or oral history. In addition to candidates who are studying particular ethnic communities, we are also interested in those who work on comparative ethnic and racial formations and/or diasporic and transnational cultures. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in scholarship and a commitment to undergraduate and graduate education. Anticipated start date is August 25, 2014. For appointment at the assistant professor level, applicants must hold a Ph.D. by the time of appointment. Candidates with ABD status may be considered for the position, with the title of acting assistant professor.

Candidates must apply through Jobs at UVa (https://jobs.virginia.edu<https://jobs.virginia.edu/>). Search on posting number 0612836 and electronically attach a cover letter describing research and teaching interests and experience, a curriculum vitae, and a dissertation chapter or published article (attach to writing sample 1). Applicants should also submit the names of three references and ask them to send letters directly to: AmericanStudies at virginia.edu<mailto:AmericanStudies at virginia.edu>

Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2013; however, the position will remain open until filled. We plan to hold preliminary interviews in November, by Skype or phone. Questions regarding the application process should be directed to June Webb at AmericanStudies1 at virginia.edu<mailto:AmericanStudies1 at virginia.edu>, (434.924.6608<tel:%28434.924.6608>).

The University will perform background checks on all new faculty hires prior to making a final offer of employment. The University of Virginia welcomes applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities; we seek to build a culturally diverse environment and are committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and to the principles of affirmative action in accordance with state and federal laws.

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DEPARTMENT OF ANTHROPOLOGY, UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, TENURE TRACK POSITION IN MEDICAL ANTHROPOLOGY
https://jobs.virginia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=7138

University of Virginia Department of Anthropology invites applications for a tenure-track, full-time Assistant Professor position in cultural medical anthropology, appointment beginning August 25, 2014. The successful candidate will have broad knowledge of anthropology, deep expertise in a particular region, and an ongoing program of research and publication in medical anthropology that situates medical issues within their broader cultural context and integrates intensive ethnographic study with the advancement of anthropological theory. Responsibilities of the position include teaching introductory and advanced undergraduate and graduate courses (with a 2/2 load), contributing to the department and university through service activities, and developing external funding to support an active research program. Ph.D must have been awarded at time of application. Preference will be given to candidates able to work productively with colleagues in other sub-fields of anthropology, in other disciplines in Arts and Sciences, and in the Schools of Medicine and Nursing. We seek to hire a scholar with the vision and organizational and interpersonal skills to build an outstanding program in medical anthropology at UVa. Region of specialization is open.

Review of applications will begin on September 23 and priority will be given to candidates who apply by October 22; however, the position will remain open until filled. We plan to hold preliminary interviews at the AAA meetings in Chicago between November 20-24 or by Skype for short-listed candidates who cannot attend the meeting.

To apply, please submit a Candidate Profile through Jobs at UVa (https://jobs.virginia.edu/) under posting number #0612782 and attach the following: cover letter describing qualifications and research trajectory, CV, contact information for three references, one article-length writing sample that demonstrates integration of ethnography and theory (attach to Writing Sample 1), and an electronic copy of the front matter and introduction to your dissertation or, if appropriate, book (attach to Writing Sample 2). Questions regarding the application process in Jobs at UVa should be directed to Millie Dean, mwd2f at eservices.virginia.edu<mailto:mwd2f at eservices.virginia.edu> or (434) 924-7033<tel:%28434%29%20924-7033>.

The University will perform background checks on all new faculty hires prior to making a final offer of employment. The University of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and to the principles of affirmative action in accordance with state and federal laws. We welcome applicants who will contribute to building a culturally diverse intellectual environment.

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