About the Position
The Department of Anthropology in the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in paleoanthropology beginning fall semester 2026. We seek scholars at the cutting edge of biological anthropology who critically utilize scientific approaches, broadly conceived, to answer anthropological questions related to the evolution and variation of humans and/or hominin ancestors. Possible research areas include hominin fossil record and skeletal anatomy, biomechanics and functional morphology, or evolutionary approaches to the study of human adaptations. Appointment will be 100% time over the nine-month academic year (late August to late May). The appointment will be made at the rank of tenure-track Assistant Professor, depending on qualifications and experience, and consistent with collegiate and University policy.
Faculty in the Department of Anthropology in the College of Liberal Arts are expected to maintain an active program of scholarly research or creative activity that includes publications; teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses; advising students; pursuit of extramural funding; and service effort appropriate for the level of appointment to the department, college, university and profession. The holder of this position is expected to teach two courses per semester, which includes joining the teaching rotation for a large introductory course in biological anthropology, as well as developing specific undergraduate and graduate courses in the candidate’s area of expertise. We are especially interested in candidates who, broadly conceived, enhance diversity in the department and whose interests integrate with and expand on current department expertise in biological anthropology, and can interface with the four fields of anthropology.
The Standards for Promotion and Tenure in the Department of Anthropology are available at: z.umn.edu/AnthStandardsPromotionTenure
The Workload Principles and Guidelines for Regular Faculty in the College of Liberal Arts are available at: z.umn.edu/CLAFacultyWorkloadPrinciplesGuidelines.
State law requires a good faith estimate of the salary range for all advertised positions. The range for this position is $75,000 to $150,000, depending on discipline, experience and other considerations. Faculty positions also include significant start-up funds, as well as retirement, health and other benefits.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: A Ph.D. in anthropology or closely related field is expected to be in hand at the time of the appointment.
Preferred Qualifications: Evidence of research – including postdoctoral or equivalent post-degree experience – in biological anthropology, specifically of paleoanthropology, functional anatomy, or similar.
Candidates will be evaluated according to the overall quality of their academic preparation, the strength of their research and its relevance to the department’s academic priorities and the field of inquiry, evidence of commitment to teaching and skills as a teacher, and the quality of recommendations. The successful applicant will have a strong commitment to contribute at all levels of our undergraduate and graduate programs.
How to Apply
The priority deadline for application materials is October 17, 2025. This position will remain open until filled. Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions for completing an application.
Required documents must be attached by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and can be attached after submission of the application by exiting and reentering the Job Center, accessing your "My Job Applications" page, and uploading documents there. The following materials must be attached to your online application: (1) cover letter; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) research statement; (4) teaching statement; (5) and names, addresses and email contact information for three references as a separate attachment in "My Job Applications." Additional materials may be requested at a later date.
Apply Here: cla.umn.edu/anthropology/news-events/news/hiring-tenure-track-biological-anthropologist
Questions may be addressed to search committee chair Michelle Brown [brow7100@umn.edu].