Assistant Professor, Anthropology

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The Department of Anthropology is a diverse community of scholars who advance the teaching and study of anthropology across the range of the discipline. Our program emphasizes the complexity of human and primate diversity across time and place with a focus on applying this knowledge to current global challenges. We emphasize faculty mentorship of students and hands-on opportunities that include local and international fieldwork to help students connect academic learning with real-world experience. We interpret the University of San Diegos commitment to being a Laudato Si University as a call to support teaching and research that responds to urgent contemporary concerns. Information about the department is available at

The College of Arts and Sciences is at the heart of the University of San Diego. Our philosophy is built on the enduring values of the Catholic intellectual tradition immersing students in the concepts of free inquiry ethical conduct and compassionate service. The College aims to establish an academic foundation for students to thrive and gain a comprehensive education which spans the sciences arts and social sciences. Through our exemplary liberal arts education and rigorous scholarship we aspire to not only educate the mind but also develop the whole person.

The University of San Diego an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972 USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any or no religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanitys urgent challenges.

The Department of Anthropology at the University of San Diego announces a tenure-track position in Anthropology at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin Fall 2026. Area of specialization is the lived experience of religion as well as environmental anthropology. The successful applicant should be able to demonstrate active engagement in broader conversations surrounding theory and method in the study of anthropology through their teaching and scholarship. Candidates with sub-specializations that engage food studies and/or animal studies and whose scholarship foregrounds ethical and pluralistic perspectives are especially encouraged to apply.

The position carries a 3-3 teaching load. Teaching load will include responsibilities in both Anthropology and Theology and Religious Studies as defined by an MOU delineating 4 ANTH designated and 2 THRS designated courses each year. Teaching responsibilities will include introductory courses as well as upper-division courses in the area(s) of specialization and may include courses that fulfill the Diversity Inclusion and Social Justice requirement as well as other areas in our core curriculum. The candidate would be expected to teach lower division courses (such as Introduction to Cultural Anthropology Introduction to World Religions and Exploring Religious Meaning). Candidates with a demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence in teaching and scholarship are preferred.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants should hold a PhD or its equivalent by the time of the appointment September 2026. Commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching an active scholarly agenda and commitment to collaborative leadership are required.

Background check: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.

$7000-$7333.3/monthly Excellent Benefits

The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical dental vision a retirement contribution given to you by the University and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer.USD: Human Resources: Benefits

The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience education and other factors including departmental budget.

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