Anthropology - Visiting Professorial Faculty
Anthropology - Visiting Professorial Faculty
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Job Title: Anthropology - Visiting Professorial Faculty
Posting End Date:October 1 2025
*NOTE: Last day to apply is Tuesday September 30 2025 @ 11:59 p.m. MST
Position Start Date:August 1 2026
Required Degree: Ph.D. in Anthropology or closely related discipline.
The required degree must be completed by the start date.
Experience: The Department of Anthropology seeks applicants for a visiting faculty position (open rank) in archaeology to begin Fall 2026. All areas of geographical and theoretical specialization will be considered. We are particularly interested in candidates who are capable of teaching museum studies courses and are committed to mentoring student research.
United by our common primary identity as children of God BYU values equal opportunity. We also value and embrace the variety of individual characteristics life experiences and circumstances perspectives talents and gifts of each member of the BYU community and the richness and strength they bring in helping create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ. Candidates with experience in and commitment to mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Duties/Expectations:The successful candidate will be expected to teach two courses each semester and one course during the Spring/Summer terms. Assigned courses will include introductory courses archaeological method and theory writing courses as well as courses within the candidates geographical and theoretical areas of expertise. The candidate should also have experience in museum studies and teaching museum courses. The candidate will also be expected to maintain an active research program that complements the current expertise of our faculty (see ).
Apply by the deadline of September 30 2025 to ensure consideration. Questions about this position may be directed to Dr. Michael Searcy Department Chair Department of Anthropology Brigham Young University Provo UT 84602 or by email to
Documents Required at the Time of Application: Please attach your updated curriculum vitae cover letter and Mission Alignment Statement to the faculty application.
Include with your application a letter of application describing your qualifications for the position as well as your teaching and research addition please include at least one sample of scholarly work.
Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered.
Mission Alignment Statement
BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets seers and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel (Spencer W. Kimball).
Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.
Employment Requirements
All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
All faculty are required to abide by the universitys Honor Code and Dress &Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church.
Equal Opportunity
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer including disability and protected veteran status.
Employment Type
Full-Time
