University of Wisconsin
Assistant Professor of Archaeology (Tenure Track)
University of Wisconsin, La Crosse, Wisconsin, us, 54602
Assistant Professor of Archaeology (Tenure Track)
Working Title: Assistant Professor of Archaeology (Tenure Track)Classification Title:Proposed Salary to be Offered: $62,000Appointment Percentage (Budget): 100%Position Summary:The Department of Archaeology and Anthropology at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (UWL) invites applications for a tenure-track position in Midwestern/North American archaeology at the level of Assistant Professor to begin in August 2025. We seek candidates excited to join a collegial department of teacher-scholars dedicated to undergraduate education.We seek a broadly-trained archaeologist who is dedicated to teaching excellence, active field-based research, and ongoing campus and community service. We are especially interested in candidates who are committed to a four-field approach to enhance the quality of undergraduate education for all our students. The successful candidate will present evidence for the ability to engage students in high impact experiences, including lab-based courses, archaeological fieldwork, and undergraduate research, which is highly valued by the department and university.The standard teaching load at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse for tenure-track faculty is 4/4 (3 preps) per semester, with a reduced 3/3 load and limited service expectations in the first year. One quarter of this load may include coordinating all internships within the department and supervising Open Lab weekly.Position Type: Faculty/InstructionalPay Basis: AnnualFLSA: ExemptIs this position eligible for employment sponsorship (H1B or PERM)? YesRequired Qualifications:PhD in anthropological archaeology (or doctorate completed no later than the end of the first academic year)Geographical area of expertise in Midwestern United StatesDemonstrated excellence in teachingPreferred Qualifications:Demonstrated potential for research and publicationsStrong oral and written communication skillsOngoing experience engaging in collaborative research with descendent populations is strongly desiredApplication deadlines:TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:
Priority consideration is given to those candidates who apply by the listed ‘First Review Date’:For full consideration apply by October 7, 2024. The application must include: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcript (proof of degree completion), and the names and contact details of three professional references. The cover letter should address the candidate’s teaching philosophy and evidence of effective teaching and outline research agendas as well as their experience and interests with the potential to involve students.Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.Preliminary interviews will be conducted via Zoom, and campus interviews will be extended to candidates by late October or early November. Any questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. David Anderson, Search Committee Chair at
danderson4@uwlax.edu .Confidentiality of Applicant Materials:
UWL is a state agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWL will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law.CBC & Reference Check Policy:
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education.
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Working Title: Assistant Professor of Archaeology (Tenure Track)Classification Title:Proposed Salary to be Offered: $62,000Appointment Percentage (Budget): 100%Position Summary:The Department of Archaeology and Anthropology at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (UWL) invites applications for a tenure-track position in Midwestern/North American archaeology at the level of Assistant Professor to begin in August 2025. We seek candidates excited to join a collegial department of teacher-scholars dedicated to undergraduate education.We seek a broadly-trained archaeologist who is dedicated to teaching excellence, active field-based research, and ongoing campus and community service. We are especially interested in candidates who are committed to a four-field approach to enhance the quality of undergraduate education for all our students. The successful candidate will present evidence for the ability to engage students in high impact experiences, including lab-based courses, archaeological fieldwork, and undergraduate research, which is highly valued by the department and university.The standard teaching load at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse for tenure-track faculty is 4/4 (3 preps) per semester, with a reduced 3/3 load and limited service expectations in the first year. One quarter of this load may include coordinating all internships within the department and supervising Open Lab weekly.Position Type: Faculty/InstructionalPay Basis: AnnualFLSA: ExemptIs this position eligible for employment sponsorship (H1B or PERM)? YesRequired Qualifications:PhD in anthropological archaeology (or doctorate completed no later than the end of the first academic year)Geographical area of expertise in Midwestern United StatesDemonstrated excellence in teachingPreferred Qualifications:Demonstrated potential for research and publicationsStrong oral and written communication skillsOngoing experience engaging in collaborative research with descendent populations is strongly desiredApplication deadlines:TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:
Priority consideration is given to those candidates who apply by the listed ‘First Review Date’:For full consideration apply by October 7, 2024. The application must include: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcript (proof of degree completion), and the names and contact details of three professional references. The cover letter should address the candidate’s teaching philosophy and evidence of effective teaching and outline research agendas as well as their experience and interests with the potential to involve students.Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.Preliminary interviews will be conducted via Zoom, and campus interviews will be extended to candidates by late October or early November. Any questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. David Anderson, Search Committee Chair at
danderson4@uwlax.edu .Confidentiality of Applicant Materials:
UWL is a state agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWL will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law.CBC & Reference Check Policy:
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education.
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