[nativestudies-l] FW: JOB Northern Arizona University, Anthropology Dept & Applied Indigenous Studies, Assistant Professor in archaeology or related field

[Lowe, Shelly]

Northern Arizona University's Department of Anthropology and Applied Indigenous Studies Department invite applications for a full-time, tenure-track, assistant professor in archaeology or related field beginning August 17, 2009. Minimum requirements include a Ph.D. in Anthropology, Applied Indigenous Studies, or related field in hand by August, 2009; active research in applied indigenous studies or archaeologically-oriented Heritage Management; and prepared to teach courses in archaeology and applied indigenous studies. The successful candidate will be prepared to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, including an archaeology core course for Anthropology majors, Indigenous Cultural Resource Management, and courses in Applied Indigenous Studies. We seek a scholar with proficiency in archaeological method, theory, indigenous-centered cultural resource management and applied practice who works with, or has recently worked with, one or more indigenous communities. Geographic area open.

Preference will be given to candidates with expertise and experience in one or more of the following areas: indigenous cultural resource management, repatriation, law and policy, tribal resource development, public archaeology, museums and cultural centers, or historic preservation; and who have one or more methods or materials specializations in archaeology, Native American Studies, or a related field. Preferred candidates will also have demonstrated excellence in teaching, and willingness to help fulfill university teaching commitments, such as liberal studies and web-delivered instruction. Preferred candidates will demonstrate potential for participation in NAU's applied anthropology program and in the Department of Applied Indigenous Studies while also demonstrating commitment to working effectively with diverse students, staff, and communities. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

To apply, please send a curriculum vitae; names of at least three references; a cover letter that explains your interest in the position and addresses the criteria listed above; and a concise statement of your teaching philosophy, experience, and approaches to a diverse teaching environment to: Chair, Search Committee, Northern Arizona University, Department of Anthropology, P.O. Box 15200, Flagstaff, AZ 86011-5200. The review of applications will begin October 1, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Visit us at our websites at www.nau.edu/anthro<http://www.nau.edu/anthro> and www.nau.edu/ais<http://www.nau.edu/ais>.

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