Job Details

Instructor-Limited Term in Biological Anthropology

Position Number: 7256521
Location: Augusta, GA
Position Type: Liberal Arts - Anthropology

Instructor-Limited Term in Biological Anthropology

Job ID: 300021
Location: Summerville Campus
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:

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Job Summary

Job ID 300021

Position # 40111428

Augusta University's Department of History, Anthropology, and Philosophy at Augusta University is seeking to fill a one-year Instructor-Limited Term position in Biological Anthropology, beginning in August 2026. The candidate should have at least a master's degree, or equivalent, in Anthropology with clear qualifications to teach the subfield of Biological Anthropology as a laboratory science. Demonstrated teaching excellence at the college level is preferred. This position does not meet the requirements to be on a tenure track.

Responsibilities

Teach 12 hours per term. Courses taught will include general education sections of Introduction to Biological Anthropology and Biological Anthropology Laboratory, as well as upper-division classes on Human Origins and other introductory and upper-level courses assigned by the department chair.
Student mentoring, grading, and compliance with university policies regarding teaching, such as reporting attendance and holding final exams during assigned times
Create, update, and submit course syllabi/outlines to the department and university platforms, as required by university and system policies
Promote student success by engaging in activities that enhance student learning and position learners to be successful in achieving their short- term and long-term academic, career, and personal growth goals.
Attend departmental and other required meetings and provide service to the program, department, and university as assigned

Required Qualifications

M.A in Anthropology or ABD Status

Experience as a teaching assistant or in teaching biological anthropology at the college level

Required faculty employment qualifications for all USG institutions and all academic ranks within these institutions shall be:

Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)'s requirements for institutional accreditation;
Evidence of ability as a teacher;
Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned;
Successful experience (which will necessarily be waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements); and,
Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. in Anthropology
Experience teaching biological anthropology at the college level
Demonstrated success teaching a wide range of student populations

Shift/Salary/Benefits

This position is academic year based and typically works August through May, depending on dates outlined in offer letter and yearly contract.

The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0.

Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more!

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, etc. while also considering internal equity and market data.

Advancement through the faculty ranks at Augusta University is only through the annual Promotion and Tenure process in which faculty may apply if eligible (typically five-year increments). For more information on ranks, please review the Augusta University Promotion and Tenure website:https://www.augusta.edu/faculty-affairs/promotionandtenure.php

College/Department Information

The Department of History, Anthropology, and Philosophy is housed in the Pamplin College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. The College is home to 7 departments, with more than 1,300 majors, over 200 full-time and part-time faculty, and more than 50 distinct academic programs, including Master's programs in Intelligence and Security Studies, Public Administration, and Psychology, and a PhD in National Defense.

The Department of History, Anthropology and Philosophy offers BA Degrees in History and Anthropology; Minors in History, Anthropology, and Philosophy; and certificates in Health Humanities and Museum Studies. The Department has a dedicated biological anthropology lab in the Summerville Science Building as well as an archaeological lab. The Augusta University Department of History, Anthropology, and Philosophy website is: https://www.augusta.edu/pamplin/hist-anth-phil/

The Katherine Reese Pamplin College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences forms the heart of the liberal arts mission of Augusta University. We foster critical thinking about complex questions of the human experience; cultivate skills in written, verbal, and creative expression; promote active citizenship and community engagement; and prepare graduates for a variety careers in quickly changing globalized environments. Our faculty and staff share a deep commitment to developing the intellectual potential of our students. We offer many undergraduate degrees as well as select graduate and minor programs that allow our students to gain the knowledge and skills that will transfer to career success. Explore opportunities for growth, including undergraduate research, study abroad, internships, and community service.

About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.

Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.

The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Location

Augusta University

Our Summerville Campus:

2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

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Required Documents

Cover letter containing a personal statement on teaching expertise
Curriculum Vitae.
List of Three References with contact information.

Candidates should also have the three professional references sent as confidential letters of recommendation directly to Stephanie Smith, the Department Admin for History, Anthropology, and Philosophy at SSMITH60@augusta.edu. Review of applications will begin June 22, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. The committee may request additional materials if candidates move forward in the search.

To be considered an applicant for this position, you must apply online at https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/

Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university

Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee

If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=300021&PostingSeq=1