Assistant Professor of Historical Archaeology
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Assistant Professor of Historical Archeology
The Department of Historic Preservation at the University of Mary Washington invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor position in historical archaeology beginning August 2017. In addition to teaching the introductory sequence in historic preservation, the successful candidate will assume primary responsibility for courses focusing on archaeology including an introductory course, those on field and laboratory methods, and on archaeological analyses and interpretations.
The successful candidate will hold a doctorate in anthropology, archaeology, or related field. Experience in providing students a challenging learning environment in which they gain theoretical and practical knowledge of historical archaeology focusing on the United States is strongly preferred. Use of current relevant technologies is important. The successful applicant also must have a thorough knowledge of architectural history in the U.S. in a preservation context. Experience and/or education in historic preservation is strongly preferred. Additional interests such as Cultural Resource Management are welcome.
To apply for this position, candidates must submit a curriculum vitae, a letter of intent, and contact information for three references at https://careers.umw.edu. The University of Mary Washington accepts only completed online applications. Faxed, mailed, or emailed applications will not be considered. Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of criminal background checks. If accommodations are requested either before or at the time of the interview, contact the AA/EEO Officer in Human Resources at 540/654-1046. The deadline for receipt of applications is Friday, October 14, 2016 by 5 p.m.
In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, the University of Mary Washington actively encourages women, minorities, disabled individuals, and veterans to apply.
The contact person for the purposes of this search is Prof. Andrea Smith, the search committee chair (see below).
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Andréa Livi Smith, Ph.D.
Associate Professor & Chair
Department of Historic Preservation
University of Mary Washington
alsmith@umw.edu | (540) 654-1316
andrealivismith.com