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Assistant Professor in the Broad Area of Social Genomics, Behavior Genomics and Related Fields at Purdue University

Department: Social, Behavioral, Computational and Statistical Genomics
Institution: Purdue University
Job Type: Professor

The College of Liberal Arts and the College of Science at Purdue University invite applications for multiple full-time, academic-year, tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in the broad areas of Social, Behavioral, Computational and Statistical Genomics. We seek outstanding scholars who can bridge interdisciplinary research across both the natural and social sciences, contributing to the advancement of genomics and the social sciences from various perspectives.

Screening of applicants will begin December 17, 2024, but full consideration of applications will continue until the positions are filled. A background check is required for employment in these positions. For additional information, contact the Search Committee Chairs: Peristera Paschou, ppaschou@purdue.edu or Sorin Matei, smatei@purdue.edu.

Core Competencies/Qualifications

We seek candidates whose research explores the genomic underpinnings of complex cognitive, mental, behavioral, and/or sociodemographic traits and candidates with expertise in computational and statistical genomics, as well as teaching. Areas of interest may also include gene expression and/or gene-environment interactions/correlations and epigenetics related to social exposures and life experiences. We are also interested in candidates with expertise in multi-ancestry analysis, genetic genealogy, human evolutionary biology and ecology, and population genetics, including anthropological genetics (e.g., ancient DNA and population histories). Successful candidates may pursue experimental research or work on theory and the development of computational and statistical methods related to the above-mentioned fields.

Qualifications

Candidates must hold a PhD (or PhD awarded by the time of employment) in the areas of Genetics, Epigenetics, Biology, Sociology, Anthropology, or cognate social sciences; Computer Science, Statistics, Psychology, or another area related to the field of Social Genomics. A research-based publication record is required. Candidates should have documented external funding or worked on projects supported by external funding. A successful candidate will conduct externally-funded, original research, advise graduate students, teach undergraduate- and graduate-level courses, and offer service at departmental, college, and university levels.

Experience/Further Qualifications

The current opportunity focuses on tenure-track Assistant Professors. The departments participating in this search include Biological Sciences, Computer Science, Statistics, Sociology, Anthropology, and cognate social sciences. We are especially interested in fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and we anticipate appointments either in a single department or joint appointments across these departments, with tenure homes appropriate for each candidate based on their interests.

Faculty hired through this search will benefit from a highly interdisciplinary academic environment and significant Purdue investments, including the Purdue Center in Social Genomics (https://shorturl.at/pYOkC), the Purdue Life Sciences institutes in Purdue Discovery Park (https://discoveryparkdistrict.com/), Purdue Computes (https://www.purdue.edu/computes/) and the Purdue One Health initiative (https://www.purdue.edu/onehealth/), supporting excellence at both the forefront of Genomics and the intersection of the Life, Computational, and Social Sciences.

Application Procedure

To apply, please include the following:

1) A statement covering the points listed below:

how applicants will contribute to the interdisciplinary research efforts in the Colleges and at Purdue, more broadly a commitment to graduate mentorship responsible conduct of research and research ethics past and ongoing research teaching experiences or a commitment to teaching;

2) a Curriculum Vitae

3) one writing sample, such as a published article or submitted manuscript

4) contact information - including current e-mail addresses - for three (3) references which may be contacted at a later date

Research Ethics

Purdue University places particular emphasis on responsible conduct of research and research ethics. Candidates are expected to discuss ethics substantively in their applications. Beyond contributions of high-quality research aligned with the description above, successful candidates are expected to contribute to high-quality training and mentoring of PhD students. Furthermore, candidates should be able to demonstrate the potential to teach effectively and mentor students.

Tenure-Track Professor in Health & Behavioral Sciences (HBSC)

Department: Health & Behavioral Sciences
Institution: The University of Colorado Denver
Job Type: Professor

Review of applications will begin on November 24, 2024.

We are seeking an outstanding scholar, mentor and teacher to join our Ph.D. program in HBSC and our undergraduate programs (B.A. & B.S.) in public health. We are interested in applicants with expertise in quantitative or mixed-methods research, whose work centers social, cultural, behavioral, or biological approaches to food, nutrition, and population health (broadly defined). We are interested in applicants who can teach undergraduate courses in Introduction to Public Health, Introduction to Environmental Health, Introduction to Epidemiology, or Health Policy, and contribute to our doctoral and undergraduate curriculum more broadly. Candidates whose research relates to minoritized populations, health disparities, and health equity are encouraged to apply, as are candidates who will enhance the department’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion through research, teaching, and outreach to communities in the US and abroad. The successful applicant will join a research active interdisciplinary department that values excellence in both research and teaching. Current department faculty hold Ph.D.’s in sociology, anthropology, psychology, and geography. Further department information may be found at https://clas.ucdenver.edu/hbsc/ This position is on the University of Colorado’s downtown Denver campus and is a 9-month academic appointment with 40% teaching, 40% research, and 20% service expectations. Salary range: $83,000 to $87,000; startup funds and moving expenses are negotiable. View the full job ad and apply here: https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=35236&lang=en

Assistant Professor in Anthropology (Biological Anthropology)/College of Liberal Arts

Department: Anthropology
Institution: The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Job Type: Professor

Posting Number FRGV1683

https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/44204

We seek applicants who are dedicated to serving The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley’s diverse student body as an Assistant Professor of Anthropology (biological anthropology specialization) beginning in the 2025-2026 academic year.

The successful applicant will contribute to our undergraduate majors in anthropology, our Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies, and our Forensic Anthropology minor (currently in development). This includes developing local research opportunities with the potential to benefit our students and local communities. The successful candidate will be able to teach introductory-level courses in anthropology and upper-division and graduate courses in biological anthropology and the candidate’s sub-field of specialization. Additionally, the successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to collaborate with scholars in the Community Historical Archaeology Project with Schools (CHAPS), and Public Heritage and Community Engagement (PHCE) programs in the College of Liberal Arts as well as researchers in the School of Earth, Environmental, and Marine Sciences (SEEMS), the School of Integrative Biological and Chemical Sciences (SIBCS), and the School of Medicine. Applicants should have an active program of research and scholarly publications, documented classroom excellence with innovative course delivery, and demonstrated record of funded research. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Selected candidates will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree-granting universities. Applications must be submitted through the UTRGV employment portal.

1) Ph.D. in Anthropology with degree conferred by August 31st, 2025, from an accredited institution of higher education, or a Ph.D. in a related field with 18 semester credit hours or more of graduate level work in Anthropology.

2) An active program of research and scholarly publication.

3) Demonstrated potential for teaching excellence.

Assistant Professor in Human Biology (Anthropology)

Department: Anthropology
Institution: The University of Tennessee
Job Type: Professor

The Department of Anthropology at the University of Tennessee – Knoxville invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the level of Assistant Professor in Human Biology, beginning August 1, 2025. We seek a candidate who will make important contributions to research, teaching, and service, and who will complement our mutually supportive and collegial atmosphere.

The Department of Anthropology at the University of Tennessee – Knoxville enjoys a nearly 80- year history of internationally-renowned research excellence. More information on the Department can be found at https://anthropology.utk.edu. The Department and the University are also seeking candidates who can contribute in meaningful ways to the University’s diversity and intercultural goals. We encourage potential applicants to visit the University of Tennessee’s access and engagement website at https://dae.utk.edu.

The University of Tennessee – Knoxville is a research-intensive university with more than 31,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. The City of Knoxville was recently named by Trip Advisor as a “Top Ten Destination on the Rise,” boasting an attractive and walkable downtown that hosts celebrated restaurants, shopping venues, and year-round cultural events and community-gathering activities. The Knoxville metropolitan area has a population of nearly 700,000 and is within easy driving distance to Atlanta, Nashville, Asheville, Cherokee, Cincinnati, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Qualifications and Requirements

We seek a scholar who is broadly trained in the human biological sciences, mixed (quantitative and qualitative) methods, and who ideally engages theoretical frameworks emphasizing systemic approaches to inequality, political economy, and social justice. While the Department is open to scholars of all research specializations, desired research areas for this position are in intergenerational stress and trauma, reproductive health, human growth and development, and aging. Preference will be given to candidates with high quality lab, field, and community-based research and engagement. Candidates who can contribute to a new College-wide, inter- disciplinary research and hiring initiative on Societal Resilience to Climate Change (SoReCC) and climate-related disasters will also be preferred. Additional information about this Faculty Hiring Initiative may be found at https://artsci.utk.edu/about/faculty-initiatives/.

The successful candidate will be expected to establish and maintain a strong program of research and publication, and to develop a robust, externally funded research portfolio that advances the candidate’s research as well as the mission of the Department of Anthropology (https://anthropology.utk.edu/mission). The candidate is also expected to contribute to the

Department’s instructional efforts by teaching two courses per semester, comprising established undergraduate and graduate courses in the Department, as well as creating new courses in areas of related expertise. The ideal candidate will contribute to the life of the University by mentoring graduate and undergraduate students and providing them with experiential training opportunities, in addition to serving on departmental, college, and university committees.

An earned doctorate in Anthropology or related field must be in hand by the time of appointment.

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit a cover letter that addresses relevant research, teaching, and service experiences, a CV, a writing sample, and the names and contact information of three referees. In addition to addressing their qualifications for the position in their application, candidates may describe how they would help promote students’ access to and inclusion in their teaching and research/scholarship/creative activities.

Please submit application materials via Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/156204. Review of applications begins November 4, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Direct any questions to Dr. Graciela Cabana, Search Committee Chair, at gcabana@utk.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university. Requests for accommodations of a disability should be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Accessibility, 1840 Melrose Avenue Knoxville, Tennessee 37996-3560 or eoa@utk.edu or (865)974-2498. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Investigation & Resolution 216 Business Incubator Building 2450 EJ. Chapman Drive Knoxville, Tennessee 37996 or (865)974-0717 or investigations@utk.edu.

Assistant/Associate Professor with Expertise in Human Biology and Health

Department: Anthropology
Institution: The University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Job Type: Professor
Apply By: Until Filled

The Anthropology Department seeks a Bioarchaeologist at the Assistant/Associate Professor level with expertise in human biology and health and with a research program that emphasizes collaborative and engaged research. We seek a scholar whose research agenda centers ethical and restorative approaches to human remains and human biological data, is defined by collaboration with local and/or indigenous communities and deploys innovative techniques and approaches. The candidate is expected to establish and run a productive lab, supervise advanced undergraduate and graduate students, and develop collaborations with descendant communities (or the appropriate equivalent) as well as natural and social science research groups on campus. While geographic area of interest is open, we seek a candidate with expertise in technical and/or topical areas such as human osteology, disease, inequality, colonialism, diaspora studies, migration, ancient DNA, epigenetics, microbiome, stable isotopes, or data science.

This position represents a critical bridge within Anthropology, serving growing needs in undergraduate and graduate programs in Archaeology, Human Biology, Medical Anthropology, and Sociocultural Anthropology (including our robust concentration in Race, Difference and Power). The successful candidate is expected to bring a set of technical skills and a positive high profile research agenda. To access posting, please follow this link: at https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/288624. For more information about the search, please contact search chair, Dr. Mark Sorensen, msorensen@unc.edu.

Review of applications will begin on 11/1/2024

Multiple Tenure-Track Faculty Positions Applying Precision Approaches in Toxicology, Environmental Health, and Disease Treatment

Department: IU Bloomington Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs
Institution: Indiana University
Job Type: Multiple, Tenure-Track Faculty Positions Applying Precision Approaches in Toxicology, Environmental Health, and Disease Treatment
Apply By: 15 October 2024

Application URL: Applicants seeking appointment at the assistant professor rank should apply at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/25740; applicants seeking appointment at the associate professor rank should apply at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/25739

Indiana University is undertaking a major, multi-year initiative to expand research activities related to the use of non-mammalian model organisms, animal alternatives, and animal compliments for understanding environmental contributions to human health, with a special emphasis on chemical safety research. We are particularly interested in those working to advance research in the development of non-targeted biological and chemical assays, as well as, data driven approaches to understand biomolecular, physiological, and toxicological, responses of chemical exposure, including pharmaceuticals and complex environmental mixtures. This work will help identify and classify chemical pollution, support the implementation of chemical regulations, accelerate drug discovery, and improve food safety/security.

We encourage applications from scholars in biology, chemistry, computer science, engineering, medicine, physiology, toxicology, or related fields who apply interdisciplinary perspectives across a variety of these domains. This initiative spans the IU Bloomington campus, including the College of Arts and Sciences, Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering, O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, and School of Public Health-Bloomington. Applications are invited for multiple tenure/tenure-track positions at the assistant or associate professor rank to begin as early as the Fall of 2025. Appointments will be in one or more departments or faculty groups, including Chemistry, Biology, Environmental and Occupational Health, Environmental Science, or Intelligent System Engineering.

Position Description

Applicants should possess a PhD in Biology, Toxicology, Environmental Health, Chemistry, Physiology, Biochemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering or a related field and a record of scholarship, teaching, and professional experience appropriate for a tenured or tenure-track professorship at IU Bloomington. To advance scholarly innovation and excellence, we especially welcome candidates whose demonstrated experience, research, teaching, and mentoring will support the university’s priorities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Candidates should be able to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team environment.

Candidates are expected to sustain an active, externally funded research program, to engage undergraduate and graduate students through effective teaching, and to participate in service to the university and the profession.

Application Process

Applicants should apply online and include a letter of application; CV; and statements on research and teaching. IUB faculty members are expected to interact with our diverse student and faculty community. As such, we are especially interested in applicants with a record of successful teaching and mentoring of students from diverse backgrounds; applicants are encouraged to address this experience in their letter of application and define how this experience will enhance their research, mentoring, teaching, and/or service at IUB.

Applicants seeking appointment at the assistant professor rank should apply at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/25740 and provide three letters of reference. Applicants seeking appointment at the associate professor rank should apply at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/25739 and be prepared to provide the names of six references. Review of applications will begin immediately and for best consideration, applications should be received by October 15, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted until all positions are filled. Queries about the position or the application procedures may be addressed to faculty2@iu.edu.

Before any conditional offer of employment with tenure is finalized, candidates will be asked to disclose any pending investigations or previous findings of sexual or professional misconduct. They will also be required to authorize an inquiry by Indiana University Bloomington with all current and former employers along these lines. The relevance of information disclosed or ascertained in the context of this process to a candidate’s eligibility for hire will be evaluated by Indiana University Bloomington on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should be aware, however, that Indiana University Bloomington takes the matters of sexual and professional misconduct very seriously.

Indiana University is committed to building and supporting a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community of students and scholars. Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.

About Indiana University Bloomington: Founded in 1820, Indiana University-Bloomington (IUB) is the flagship campus of Indiana University. Located in Bloomington, IN., IUB constantly strives to embody its mission to create, disseminate, preserve, and apply knowledge. It does so through its commitments to cutting-edge research, scholarship, arts, and creative activity; inspired and challenging undergraduate, graduate, professional, and lifelong educational programs; meaningful experiences outside the classroom; expansive global educational opportunities while fostering a culturally diverse campus environment; first-rate library and museum collections; and far-reaching economic development and impact in the state and region.

IUB is a member of the prestigious Association of American University (AAU) since 1909, is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. With over 47,000 undergraduate and graduate students, the campus has 16 degree-granting colleges and schools offering 300+ undergraduate majors, 300+ Master’s degrees, and 150+ doctoral and professional degree opportunities. Known for its Indiana limestone facades and green spaces throughout, IUB is widely considered one of the country’s most beautiful college campuses.

The College of Arts and Sciences at Indiana University offers over 225 academic programs rooted in three broad areas of study—Arts and Humanities, Natural and Mathematics Sciences, and Social and Historical Studies. The College is home to over 70 departments and programs and three schools—the Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture + Design, the Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies, and The Media School. Over 900 faculty members serve within the College and form an extraordinary teaching and learning community at the heart of a world-class university. Members of the College’s faculty are continually recognized as elected fellows of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the National Academies, the American Association for the Advancement of Science, and include MacArthur and Guggenheim Fellows, Fulbright Award winners, and Pulitzer Prize, Oscar, and Emmy winners.

The Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering at Indiana University is the first of its kind and among the largest in the country. Its mission is to excel and lead in education, research, and outreach spanning and integrating the full breadth of computing, information technology and modern engineering. The Luddy School is a core school with programs on the Bloomington and Indianapolis campus and includes over 150 faculty and 3100 students. Departments in the Luddy School’s Bloomington campus include Computer Science, Information and Library Science, Informatics, and Intelligent Systems Engineering.

The O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs is the largest school of public affairs in the U.S. and is tied for the No. 1 ranked master’s program in public affairs in U.S. News Best Graduate Schools, with No. 1 rankings in environmental, nonprofit and public management as well as public finance. Additional specialty areas ranking in the top 10 include public, health, and social policy as well as local government management. O’Neill was also ranked the No. 2 U.S. Online MPA (STEPS (Student Training and Education in Public Service, 2022), and the No. 2 Public Administration program globally by the Shanghai Ranking (2020) and No. 5 globally by the Center for World University Rankings (2017). The school attracts high performing faculty and provides a collegial and collaborative workplace environment, with many faculty working on collaborative, interdisciplinary projects, including several faculty working on cybersecurity and cybernetwork research, as well as research on threats to civil society and critical infrastructure.

The School of Public Health-Bloomington is located on the IU Bloomington campus and is comprised of over 200 faculty across five departments including: Applied Health Science, Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Kinesiology, Health & Wellness Design, and Environmental and Occupational Health. The School’s mission is to promote health among individuals and communities in Indiana, the nation, and the world through integrated multidisciplinary approaches to research and creative activities, teaching, and community engagement. Leaders in their fields, the School includes fellows of the National Academy of Kinesiology, the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the American Thoracic Society, the American Statistical Association, the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society, the American Academy of Health Behavior, and the Society for the Scientific Study of Sexuality.

Nestled in the rolling hills of south-central Indiana, and home to 85,000 residents, the city of Bloomington offers the feel of a college town with many of the amenities of a large city. From off-Broadway plays and musicals, the LOTUS World Festival of Music, quick access to 250,000 acres of public recreation lands, outstanding public schools and a reasonable cost of living, Bloomington offers much to all.

Multiple Tenure-Track Faculty Positions in Environment/Climate Impacts on Health and Wellbeing

Department: IU Bloomington Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs
Institution: Indiana University
Job Type: Multiple Tenure-Track Faculty Positions in Environment/Climate Impacts on Health and Wellbeing
Apply By: 18 October 2024

Application URL: Applicants seeking appointment at the assistant professor ranks should apply at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/25853; applicants seeking appointment with tenure at the associate or full professor rank should apply at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/25852

Indiana University Bloomington (IUB) invites applications for multiple open rank (tenured/tenure-track) faculty positions as part of a multidisciplinary cluster hire in environment/climate impacts on health and wellbeing to begin as early as the Fall of 2025. While ultimate tenure homes (departments, schools) will be determined in accordance with qualifications and interests, we seek faculty with a research focus related to the health and wellbeing consequences and drivers of a wide variety of environmental and climate issues, including pollution, climate change, environmental/climate policy; environmental justice and inequities in exposure, emerging diseases or adverse effects related to the environment and climate.

The search is part of Indiana University’s Faculty 100 initiative, which seeks to expand on the wide range of existing research strengths at IUB to help foster research teams to compete successfully for large-scale research programs such as through the National Science Foundation (NSF) or the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

Position Description

Applicants must have a doctoral degree in anthropology, demography, economics, epidemiology, geography, law, public health, public policy, political science, sociology, or a related field. Applicants for tenured positions are expected to have a record of or a demonstrated capacity for successfully contributing to IUB’s goals of increasing large-scale externally funded federal research grants, such as from NSF, NIH, and the Department of Defense. Applicants with a record of collaborative research across disciplines, schools, or departments are encouraged.

Application Process

Applicants should apply online and submit a letter of application and CV, along with research and teaching statements. IUB faculty members are expected to interact with our diverse student and faculty community. As such, we are especially interested in applicants with a record of successful teaching and mentoring of students from diverse backgrounds (including first-generation college students, low-income students, racial and ethnic minorities, women, LGBTQ, etc.), and an interest in contributing to IUB programs, curricular offerings, and service portfolio in ways that enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion; applicants are encouraged to address these topics in their letter of application.

Applicants seeking appointment at the assistant professor ranks should apply at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/25853 and provide names of three letters of reference. Applicants seeking appointment with tenure at the associate or full professor rank should apply at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/25852 and be prepared to provide the names of six references. Review of applications will begin immediately and for full consideration, applications should be received by October 18, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted until all positions are filled. Queries about the position or the application procedures may be address to faculty2@iu.edu

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.

The Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies (HLS) houses the Department of International Studies and three preeminent area studies departments: East Asian Languages and Cultures, Middle Eastern Languages and Cultures, and Central Eurasian Studies. The School’s central mission is to combine deep area expertise with rigorous, multidisciplinary instruction of international affairs and global cultural studies. With over 100 research and teaching faculty, HLS offers nearly 20 undergraduate majors and minors, more than 50 graduate and doctoral opportunities and more than 80 languages. A long-standing leader in language and cultural studies in the Midwest, it also houses three federally funded language flagship programs (Arabic, Chinese, and Russian), six Title VI funded National Resource Centers (African Studies Program, Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies, Center for the Study of Global Change, Center for the Study of the Middle East, Inner Asian and Uralic National Resource Center, Robert F. Byrnes Russian and East European Institute) and nine additional research and teaching centers.

One of the nation’s oldest public law schools, the Indiana University Maurer School of Law distinguishes itself with a global outlook, a deep commitment to public service and the local community, and an outstanding faculty committed to inclusive teaching and mentorship, trailblazing research, and the pursuit of justice—locally, nationally, and globally. The school is a charter member of the Association of American Law Schools, accredited by the American Bar Association, and a member of the Big 10 Academic Alliance. The student body of about 500 is collegial and maintains a distinctive sense of community. Because of the law school’s national reputation and geographically diverse alumni network, career opportunities are available throughout the United States. Typically, around 60 percent of the incoming JD class comes from outside Indiana, and around 60-65 percent of graduates find jobs outside the state. At any given time, students from 20-25 countries are represented in the Graduate Legal Studies Program. The school has over 60 full-time faculty members, who come to Maurer from to law schools, distinguished clerkships, and prestigious practice and academic experience. The faculty is research active, and many undertake interdisciplinary work with colleagues on the Bloomington campus and at other universities. Several hold PhDs in addition to their law degrees. In addition to an up-to-date general legal education, the school offers many specialized areas of focus and opportunities to work closely with faculty who are pre-eminent in their fields. The law school offers nationally recognized programs in business/corporate law, civil rights, constitutional design, criminal justice, environmental law and conservation, information privacy and cybersecurity, intellectual property, international law, law and technology, and tax law and policy, among others. Four research centers of excellence Center for Law, Society & Culture; Center for Constitutional Democracy; Center for Intellectual Property Research; and Milt and Judi Stewart Center on the Global Legal Profession – provide other upper-division programs, speakers series, and community outreach initiatives.

The O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs is the largest school of public affairs in the U.S. and is tied for the No. 2 ranked master’s program in public affairs in U.S. News Best Graduate Schools, with No. 1 rankings in environmental, nonprofit and public management as well as public finance. Additional specialty areas ranking in the top 10 include public, health, and social policy as well as local government management. O’Neill was also ranked the No. 2 U.S. Online MPA (STEPS (Student Training and Education in Public Service, 2022), and the No. 2 Public Administration program globally by the Shanghai Ranking (2020) and No. 5 globally by the Center for World University Rankings (2017). The school attracts high performing faculty and provides a collegial and collaborative workplace environment, with many faculty working on collaborative, interdisciplinary projects, including several faculty working on cybersecurity and cybernetwork research, as well as research on threats to civil society and critical infrastructure.

Multiple Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty Positions in Healthy Aging

Department: IU Bloomington Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs
Institution: Indiana University
Job Type: Multiple Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty Positions in Healthy Aging
Apply By: 18 October 2024

Application URL: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/25850

Indiana University Bloomington (IUB) invites applications for multiple open rank (tenured/tenure track) faculty positions as part of a multidisciplinary cluster hire in healthy aging to begin as early as the Fall of 2025. We seek faculty across disciplines with a research focus on social, cultural, behavioral, environmental, and/or psychological factors that confer risk and resilience for age-related morbidity and mortality; social, environmental, economic and/or health policy, health services, and/or informal systems of care that are essential for addressing the health and wellbeing of an aging population; and/or translational and implementation science aimed at improving the health and quality of life of older adults through innovative technologies and interventions.

The search is part of Indiana University’s Faculty 100 initiative, which seeks to expand on existing research strengths at IUB to help foster research teams to compete successfully for large-scale federal research grants.

Position Description

Applicants must have a doctoral degree in anthropology, demography, economics, epidemiology, geography, gerontology, information/computer science, public health, public policy, sociology, or a related field and should be able to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team environment. Additionally, applicants should have a record of scholarship, teaching, and professional experience appropriate for a tenured or tenure-track professorship at IUB. Applicants for tenured positions are expected to have a record of externally funded research, such as federal grants from NSF, NIH, or DoD.

Application Process

Applicants should apply online and submit a letter of application, CV, research statement (no longer than three pages), and teaching statement (no longer than two pages). IUB faculty members are expected to interact with our diverse student and faculty community. As such, we are especially interested in applicants with a record of successful teaching and mentoring of students from diverse backgrounds (including first-generation college students, low-income students, racial and ethnic minorities, women, LGBTQ, etc.) and an interest in contributing to IUB programs, curricular offerings, and service activities in ways that enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion. Applicants are encouraged to address these topics in their letter of application.

Applicants should apply at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/25850 and provide the names of three references who will be asked to provide letters, if relevant, at later stages of the review process. Review of applications will begin immediately and for full consideration applications should be received by October 18, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted until all positions are filled. Inquiries about the position or the application procedures may be addressed to faculty2@iu.edu.

Before any conditional offer of employment with tenure is finalized, candidates will be asked to disclose any pending investigations or previous findings of sexual or professional misconduct. They will also be required to authorize an inquiry by IUB with all current and former employers along these lines. The relevance of information disclosed or ascertained in the context of this process to a candidate’s eligibility for hire will be evaluated by IUB on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should be aware, however, that IUB takes matters of sexual and professional misconduct very seriously.

About Indiana University Bloomington: Founded in 1820, Indiana University-Bloomington (IUB) is the flagship campus of Indiana University. Located in Bloomington, Indiana, IUB strives to embody its mission to create, disseminate, preserve, and apply knowledge. It does so through its commitments to cutting-edge research, scholarship, arts, and creative activity; inspired and challenging undergraduate, graduate, professional, and lifelong educational programs; meaningful experiences outside the classroom; expansive global educational opportunities and culturally diverse campus environment; first-rate library and museum collections; and far-reaching economic development and impact in the state and region.

IUB is a member of the prestigious Association of American University (AAU) since 1909, is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and is a member of the North Central Association. With over 47,000 undergraduate and graduate students, the campus has 16 degree-granting colleges and schools offering 300+ undergraduate majors, 300+ master's degrees, and 150+ doctoral and professional degree opportunities. Known for its Indiana limestone facades and green spaces throughout, IUB is widely considered one of the country’s most beautiful college campuses.

The Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering at Indiana University is the first of its kind and among the largest in the country. Its mission is to excel and lead in education, research, and outreach spanning and integrating the full breadth of computing, information technology and modern engineering. The Luddy School is a core school with programs on the Bloomington and Indianapolis campuses and includes over 150 faculty and 3100 students. Departments at the Luddy School’s Bloomington campus include Computer Science, Information and Library Science, Informatics, and Intelligent Systems Engineering.

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2-year Ross-Lynn Postdoctoral Fellowship in Human Behavioral Ecology, Evolution, and Data Science

Department: Anthropology
Institution: Purdue University
Job Type: Postdoc
Apply By: 15 October 2024

Applications are now being accepted for a full-time Postdoctoral Fellow in Human Behavioral Ecology, Evolution, and Data Science at Purdue University’s Department of Anthropology. The position can begin as early as fall 2024, with the latest possible start date at the beginning of the spring 2025 semester.

Position Description
The Fellow will contribute to ongoing and new research projects in Human Behavioral Ecology and Evolution under the supervision of Dr. Erik Otárola-Castillo. Their full-time effort will be dedicated to actively formulating, analyzing, and testing scientific predictions. These activities will relate to the central goals of Otárola-Castillo’s laboratory research program on Paleoamerican Climate Change, Foraging Ecology, and Habitat Selection. This work consists of empirical methods (observational and controlled experiments) and theoretical modeling (mathematical, statistical, and computational).

The Fellow will work closely with Dr. Otárola-Castillo to submit several external grant proposals, contribute productively to journal publications, and present their research at professional conferences. They will contribute substantially to a high volume of upcoming publications and propose new projects where they will serve as the lead author. The Fellow will allocate their full-time effort to the following activities:

Data generation (field and lab-based observation and experimentation), data modeling and analysis, and manuscript preparation for current laboratory projects (approximately 50-60%).
External grant submissions for current and new laboratory projects (approximately 30-40%).
Other professional development activities include presenting research at conferences, attending training and development workshops, and preparing for the academic job market (approximately 10%).

Dr. Otárola-Castillo specializes in taphonomically oriented zooarchaeology and a wide range of advanced statistical and quantitative theoretical methods. These include mathematical and computational modeling, geometric morphometrics, multivariate and Bayesian statistics, spatiotemporal and spatial modeling (including GIS), causal inference, machine learning, AI, and statistical software development. A significant benefit of this position is the opportunity to learn and apply these innovative methodologies to various scientific research questions and contexts. While prior knowledge of these methods is advantageous, the position also offers mentorship and training for those eager to expand their methodological expertise and experience. This role provides a unique chance to develop skills under the guidance of an experienced professional, making it an excellent opportunity for professional growth.

By the end of the two-year appointment, a successful Ross-Lynn Fellow will have significantly advanced their career, adding several publications, research presentations, and external grant submissions to their professional portfolio. They will have cultivated their unique research trajectory with support from Dr. Otárola-Castillo and the Department of Anthropology at Purdue University, positioning themselves for further success in the field.

Qualifications

The Ross-Lynn Postdoctoral Fellow must have a Ph.D. in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a related field, such as Human Evolutionary Biology or Ecology, Evolution, and Organismal Biology. The candidate should have research specialties in Human Behavioral Ecology, Evolutionary Archaeology, quantitative methods, data science, or similar areas. Highly motivated candidates with a strong track record of journal article publications, external funding, and experience in quantitative data analysis are especially encouraged to apply.

The position requires writing productively and skillfully in English, along with strong organizational and flexible time management skills. Candidates should be highly motivated and able to work independently to complete projects while being collaborative and aligned with the laboratory’s research objectives. Experience with statistical computing languages such as R or Python is preferred. Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills, work well in research teams, nurture a professional environment, and have a strong commitment to rigorous scientific hypothesis testing. The ideal candidate will thrive in an environment where ideas are rigorously debated and will demonstrate resilience and openness to having their ideas critically examined and challenged.

Candidates should be able to work in the U.S. without immigration sponsorship from Purdue University.

The Department, College, and University

The in-residence Postdoctoral position is based at Purdue’s West Lafayette campus in Indiana. Purdue is a rapidly growing leading research institution, member of the AAU, and public serving university with an active and collegial network of faculty, postdocs, and graduate students in residence. Anthropology Department members are active in publicly engaged scholarship and practice and collaborate with interdisciplinary programs and centers, including the Purdue Institute for Sustainability and the Advanced Methods at Purdue (AMAP). West Lafayette is an affordable, welcoming community with many opportunities for entertainment, dining, hiking, biking, and other outdoor activities.

Benefits

The Postdoctoral Fellow will receive a full-time salary of $60,000 per 12-month fiscal year plus fringe benefits. The position is renewable for a second year. This benefits-eligible position includes access to office space, necessary research resources, and a small allowance for travel funds to present at conferences.

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter describing their interest in the position, highlighting their relevant skills, and discussing their potential contributions to fostering a climate that values scientific rigor. Applicants should include their curriculum vitae (CV) along with the cover letter. All materials should be submitted through the job application portal https://careers.purdue.edu/viewalljobs/ at Purdue University https://careers.purdue.edu/job/Ross-Lynn-Postdoctoral-Fellowship/33566-en_US/ .

Letters of reference are not required at the time of application submission. Applications are accepted from August 15 through October 15, 2024, or until the position is filled. Applications received after October 15 might not be reviewed. The short-listed candidates will be invited to arrange for three letters of reference to be sent and participate in a video conference interview wherein the candidate will present their research portfolio and answer a set of standardized interview questions. A background check will be required for employment. Questions about the application process may be directed to Brenda Gunion (gunion@purdue.edu). Questions about the appointment should be directed to Dr. Otárola-Castillo (eoc@purdue.edu).

Purdue University is an EOE/Affirmative Action employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans, are encouraged to apply.

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, Baylor University

Department: Anthropology
Institution: Baylor University
Job Type: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor
Apply By: 1 October 2024

Application URL: http://apply.interfolio.com/147856

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Department of Anthropology at Baylor University is accepting applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor, with an emphasis on human health. We particularly welcome applicants with research interests in one or more of the following areas: global health, evolutionary medicine, human biology, health disparities/inequalities, medical anthropology, psychological anthropology/mental health, biomedical anthropology, biocultural anthropology, molecular anthropology, public health, environmental health, health of indigenous and pre-historic populations, and related subjects. Applicants whose research have transdisciplinary foci and applied relevance are preferred.

The Department of Anthropology is a welcoming community that values diversity and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the success of individuals from diverse backgrounds in our academic community through research, teaching, and service. We also accept the American Association of Biological Anthropologists' Code of Ethics, the American Anthropological Association’s Statement on Ethics, the Society for Applied Anthropology’s Statement of Ethics and Professional Responsibilities, and the American Association of University Professors' Sexual Harassment Policy. We pledge to respect each other, our students, and the people, animals, and places we study.

About Baylor University:

Located in Waco, Texas, Baylor University is the oldest college in Texas. With a population of 21,000 diverse students, Baylor is one of the top universities in the nation, having been named an R1 institution by the Carnegie Classification in January 2022. Baylor is also on the honor roll of the "Great Colleges to Work For" from The Chronicle of Higher Education; Baylor offers competitive salaries and benefits while allowing faculty and staff to live in one of the fastest-growing parts of the state. Our strategic plan, Illuminate, guides the University as we continue to live up to Baylor's mission of educating men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community.

Qualifications:

An earned doctorate in Anthropology or related field by the time of appointment is required.
Evidence of the potential to generate extramural funding commensurate with the applicant's career stage is required.
An active research agenda as demonstrated by publishing and granting is preferred.
Experience involving students in research as appropriate is preferred.

The successful candidate will be expected to develop and maintain an externally-funded program of research and contribute to our doctoral program. The ideal candidate will contribute to the department, college, and university through teaching, research, and service.

Application Instructions:

Complete applications must be submitted by 11 PM Central time on September 15, 2024. The following materials should be uploaded into Interfolio:

cover letter explaining qualifications
current curriculum vitae
a research plan including current activities and future goals
a teaching statement including philosophy and experience
official or unofficial transcript of highest degree earned (or if PhD is in progress, a copy of transcript showing completed PhD hours)
the contact information (names, email addresses, and phone numbers) for three potential references (referees will be contacted by the search committee separately).

Selected applicants will be contacted to complete a required, self-disclosed Religious Affiliation Form. Finalists for the position will be required to submit official doctoral transcripts.

http://apply.interfolio.com/147856

To learn more about the above position, the Department of Anthropology, the College of Arts and Sciences, and Baylor University, please visit https://anthropology.artsandsciences.baylor.edu/. Please contact Dr. Michael Muehlenbein (Michael_muehlenbein@baylor.edu) with any questions.

Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor’s commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others. Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.Dea