Note:  Due to budgetary issues, this position is currently on hold.
 

The University of California, Santa Barbara, Department of Anthropology, Integrative
Anthropological Sciences (IAS), invites applications for a tenure-track position at
the Assistant Professor level, beginning July 1, 2009. We seek a social scientist specializing
in any area of scientific ecological anthropology, such as human ecology, behavioral or evolutionary
ecology, anthropology of living foragers, cooperation and common pool resources, indigenous resource
management, dual inheritance theory, ethnobiology, subsistence economics, reproductive ecology,
nutritional ecology, life history theory, ecological genetics, demography and epidemiology. Other
sociocultural or biological approaches to human ecology are open, but research must be theoretically
rigorous, empiricist and scientific, and should complement existing faculty expertise in the IAS Unit.
Strong fieldwork and/or lab component is preferable. Geographical area of specialization is open, but
interests in Oceania, Latin America, Africa or Asia are preferable, as is a comparative orientation.
The successful candidate will demonstrate ability to teach lower-division courses in ecological, sociocultural
and/or biocultural anthropology and upper-division and graduate courses related to the anthropologist’s
areas of specialization. Capacity to teach courses in quantitative methods is valued. The ability to direct
graduate students and to advance a departmental focus on ecological research are important requirements.
Applicants must have completed the Ph.D. at the time of appointment. Please send a letter detailing research
and teaching experience and plans, a curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for three references
to Professor Michael Gurven, Chair, IAS Search Committee, Department of Anthropology, UCSB, Santa Barbara, CA 93106-3210.
Applications should be postmarked on or before November 14, 2008. The department is especially
interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community
through research, teaching, and service. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Please apply by *November 14*.

 

Assistant Professor, The Department of Psychology at the University of Lethbridge

Applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin 1 July 2009, subject to budgetary approval. Current departmental strengths are in perception and cognition, animal behaviour, and comparative and evolutionary psychology with research programs encompassing a range of phenomena related to human and animal social behaviour, aggression, sexuality and gender, risk-taking, and language and nonverbal communication. We are now interested in candidates in emerging fields of ecological, embodied, or situated cognition, including agent-based modeling or simulations; or candidates in social, cognitive, or cross-cultural psychology who can complement social and biological approaches to human behavior. Candidates should have, or anticipate, a Ph.D. and the potential to develop a strong, externally funded research programme with opportunities for undergraduate and graduate participation. New Faculty are eligible for funding in support of research and scholarly activities. For more information about the University please visit our website at http://www.uleth.ca, or the Department of Psychology website at http://www.uleth.ca/fas/psy. Applications should include a curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, copies of three of their latest reprints, and letters from three referees who are scholars in the field. Send this material and arrange for the letters of reference to be mailed directly to: Dr. Drew Rendall, Department of Psychology, The University of Lethbridge, 4401 University Drive, Lethbridge, Alberta, T1K 3M4, Telephone: (403) 329-2235. Fax: (403) 329-2555. Email: wehlage@uleth.ca. Consideration of completed applications will begin by January 15, 2009 and continue until the position is filled. The University is an inclusive and equitable campus encouraging applications from qualified women and men including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and Aboriginal persons.

 

Summer Apprentice Program

The Chimpanzee & Human Communication Institute (CHCI) is currently taking applications for our Summer Apprentice Program. Graduates, undergraduates, and post-graduates from various academic backgrounds (e.g. Anthropology, Biology, Psychology, Linguistics, Philosophy, etc.) and all nationalities are encouraged to apply. The dates of the program are June 28 to August 21, 2009.

The research at CHCI involves a group of chimpanzees who use the signs of American Sign Language (ASL). Washoe, Moja, Tatu, and Dar were part of the cross-fostering research that began in 1966 with Drs. R.A. & B.T. Gardner. Each chimpanzee was raised in an enriched environment in which his or her human family members used only ASL, much like the environment in which a deaf human child grows up. Loulis was adopted by Washoe in 1978 and learned his signs from chimpanzees. Currently, Tatu, Dar, and Loulis reside at CHCI on the campus of Central Washington University in Ellensburg, WA in a large state-of-the-art facility.

Apprentices are at the institute daily -- cleaning enclosures, preparing meals and enrichment, making observations of the chimpanzees, and participating in one or more research projects. The first week is intensive training in laboratory jobs and chimpanzee behaviors. After several weeks each apprentice becomes more autonomous and has responsibilities in research and husbandry. The philosophy of CHCI is that the needs of the chimpanzees come first. Apprentices are trained in humane care and research techniques.

The program fee is $1800 and there is a non-refundable $25 application processing fee. The costs do not include housing and transportation. Inexpensive housing is available on campus. A course in ASL is highly recommended but not required. For more information on the program and the application please see our web page at http://www.cwu.edu/~cwuchci/apprentice.html or contact Dr. Mary Lee Jensvold, CHCI, CWU, Ellensburg, WA 98926 jensvold@cwu.edu. The deadline to apply is March 30, 2009.

Mary Lee Jensvold, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Anthropology
Associate Director , Chimpanzee & Human Communication Institute
Director, Bridges to Baccalaureate
Central Washington University
400 E. University Way
Ellensburg, WA 98926-7573
phone: (509)963-2215
fax: (509)963-2234
www.cwu.edu/~cwuchci
www.friendsofwashoe.org
 

The Canadian Institute for Advanced Research, Director of Programs and Knowledge Transfer

The Canadian Institute for Advanced Research (CIFAR) has been fuelling Canada’s knowledge base
for 25 years, making Canada a world leader in collaborative advanced research. We accomplish this
by identifying fundamental, complex research questions of global significance, and then bringing
together the most distinguished thinkers from across Canada and around the world to answer these
questions. For more information please visit our website at www.cifar.ca.
Director of Programs and Knowledge Transfer
The Canadian Institute for Advanced Research invites applications for a senior-level administrative
position from individuals who are passionate about research and who want to directly facilitate its
contribution to society.
You support the President and Vice-Presidents Research in providing intellectual leadership to the
Institute. You join two other directors in managing CIFAR's 12 research programs: Institutions,
Organizations and Growth; Genetic Networks; Experience-based Brain and Biological Development’
Quantum Information Processing’ Successful Societies; Nanoelectronics; Cosmology and Gravity;
Quantum Materials; Earth System Evolution; Neural Computation and Adaptive Perception; Integrated
Microbial Diversity; and Social Interaction, Identity and Well-Being.
At CIFAR you will take leadership for developing and implementing our knowledge transfer strategy.
You know how and why research advances government policy, industry, and other applications of
scientific knowledge. You have had experience in forging linkages between researchers and users of
research. You have had experience in building and maintaining a network of relevant contacts with
industry, corporations and government.
Strong communication skills are required along with the ability to articulate both research findings and
policy objectives in plain language. An understanding of the university-based research community and
of the public and private sector users of research is essential. You can demonstrate creativity in
bringing research to policy and practice, and the ability to inspire others in mobilizing new knowledge.
Qualifications
A PhD (or equivalent research experience) in the physical or biological sciences. The ability to
understand the significance of research that is undertaken in CIFAR programs. Excitement for new
ideas, respect for the research process, appreciation of interdisciplinary collaboration, and
understanding of research applications are essential qualities of a Director of Programs and
Knowledge Transfer.
Show us that you have:
1. A clear understanding of CIFAR's mission
2. Knowledge of the university-based research community and of the public and private sector
users of CIFAR’s research
3. Direct experience developing and managing linkages between researchers and CIFAR
stakeholders including government and industry
4. Ability to understand, think critically, and draw conclusions about research findings, and to
describe research results in plain language
5. Ability to translate scientific reports into plain language
6. Understanding of current trends in the field of knowledge transfer; connections with knowledge
transfer organizations
7. Knowledge, commitment, and talent with respect to leadership and teamwork
8. Management and leadership skills including negotiation, facilitation, problem-solving, and
communication
9. Knowledge of financial, human resources, and administrative strategies and methods
Bilingualism is an asset
Benefits
Competitive benefits package.
A work environment that supports professional development.
Interested candidates are invited to submit a covering letter (including salary expectations), résumé,
and 1-page sample of plain-language science writing, in confidence by 24 October 2008. Send your
application by mail, fax or email to:
Dr. Sue Schenk
Director, Programs & Information Systems
The Canadian Institute for Advanced Research
180 Dundas Street West
Suite 1400
Toronto, Ontario
Canada M5G 1Z8
Email: sschenk@cifar.ca
Fax: (416) 971-6169
We thank all applicants for their interest in The Canadian Institute for Advanced Research. Only
complete applications will be considered. Résumés will be held in strict confidence, and only those
applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

 

California State University, Fullerton

Has several openings in the Psychology Department.  See:

http://hss.fullerton.edu/psychology/facRecruit.asp

 

Washington State University: Tenure Track Biological Anthropologist

The Department of Anthropology at Washington State University in Pullman invites applications for a full-time permanent tenure track position as Assistant Professor beginning August 16, 2009. The position includes teaching, research, and service. Applicants are required to have a Ph.D. in Anthropology completed by July 1, 2009; a specialty in any area of biological anthropology broadly defined; active research grounded in evolutionary theory; and an ability to teach an undergraduate lab-based Introduction to Physical Anthropology and a graduate course in the Evolutionary Anthropology Stream. We prefer candidates exhibiting evidence of research excellence, who complement existing faculty strengths, and who articulate with our graduate training program in biological and cultural evolution. See the full Notice of Vacancy (available at http://libarts.wsu.edu/anthro/).

Candidates must supply, as email attachments, a letter of application summarizing qualifications, curriculum vitae, and contact information (including e-mail and phone numbers) for at least three references to: Dr. Robert Quinlan, rquinlan@wsu.edu Chair, Biological Anthropology Search Committee, Department of Anthropology, Washington State University, Pullman, WA 99164-4910, USA. To ensure consideration, complete applications must be received by October 10th, 2008.

 

Postdoctoral researcher
Pennsylvania State University

Work Unit:  College of the Liberal Arts
Department:  Anthropology
Job Number:  28707

Postdoctoral researcher.  A position is available in the laboratory of Dr. David Puts to investigate the development and evolution of psychological sex differences, mating behavior and competition for mates.  The successful candidate will use the techniques and principles of behavioral endocrinology and evolutionary psychology to test related hypotheses using hormonal, genetic, anthropometric and psychometric data from human subjects.  Doctoral degree in anthropology, biology, neuroscience, psychology or a related field is required.  This is a fixed-term appointment funded for one year from the date of hire with the possibility of re-funding.  Submit curriculum vita, cover letter, and contact information for 3 references in electronic form (Word or PDF preferred) to Melissa Strouse at mvs5@psu.edu.

 

CAL STATE FULLERTON, DEPT. OF ANTHROPOLOGY

The Department of Anthropology at California State University, Fullerton, invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Anthropology (tenure track), with a specialty in Evolutionary Anthropology, beginning in Fall 2009. The department is undertaking an aggressive, multi-year faculty recruitment effort with the goal of strengthening and broadening its curriculum and research activities. The department is seeking to fill a tenure-track position in evolutionary anthropology with specialties that complement five full-time tenure-track colleagues in this area. The department especially encourages applicants who bring ethnically diverse perspectives to their understanding of the field.

 

Requirements:

	A Ph.D. in Anthropology or related field is required. ABDs may apply but must show evidence that the degree will be completed by the time of appointment.
	An active research program with living human populations in one or more of the following topical areas: the evolution of behavior and culture; reproductive ecology; nutritional ecology; resource ecology; aging; growth and development. An explicitly evolutionary perspective is required.
	Geographic area open.
	Commitment to the four-field approach to Anthropology.
	Evidence of excellence in scholarship and effective teaching at the college level.
	Candidates should be able to interact effectively with a wide and culturally diverse range of students and colleagues.
	Preference will be given to applicants who have demonstrated experience of effective teaching in ways that encourage active learning and student-faculty interaction.

For further details, application information and deadlines see: http://diversity.fullerton.edu/HSS-Anthro_Evolutionary.html.

 

Rank and Salary:

The position is at the rank of Assistant Professor, tenure-track. Salary is highly competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Salary is subject to budgetary authorization and any California State University System faculty contract increases. Additional teaching in summer and intersession is often available. An excellent comprehensive benefits package is available which includes health/vision/dental plans; spouse, domestic partner and/or dependent fee-waiver; access to campus child-care as well as affordable housing program; and a defined-benefit retirement through the state system, along with optional tax-sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits, go to http://hr.fullerton.edu/Benefits/CompareBenefits.aspx

Job Control Number:

23603G-08-061

 Application Procedure:

Please send your application, describing research and area interests along with (1) evidence of research in evolutionary anthropology, (2) Evidence of an active research program with living human populations, with an explicitly evolutionary perspective, in one or more of the following topical areas: the evolution of behavior and culture; reproductive ecology; nutritional ecology; resource ecology; aging; growth and development (3) a copy of the most recent curriculum vitae, (4) copies of official graduate transcripts, (5) evidence of excellence in teaching (such as sample syllabi and teaching evaluations), (6) copies of publications (such as articles, reports, and reviews), and (7) three letters of reference, to:

Dr. John W. Bedell, Chair

Search Committee for Evolutionary Anthropology

Department of Anthropology

California State University Fullerton

Fullerton, CA 92834-6848

 Application Deadline:

Review of applications will begin October 1, 2008, and will continue until January 2, 2009. Positions open until filled.

 Cal State Fullerton is an Equal Opportunity/Title IX/503/504/VEVRA/ADA Employer

 

Stony Brook University: Human Behavioral Ecologist

The Department of Anthropology at Stony Brook University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the level of Assistant Professor, beginning September 2009. We seek an individual with an active research program and teaching interests in Human Behavioral Ecology. The successful candidate will use an evolutionary approach to the study of human behavior in traditional (living or historic) or westernized human populations and will participate in a new inter-departmental university initiative in Human Evolutionary Biology. Research areas may include optimal foraging, mating strategies, sexual conflict, life history theory, cooperation and aggression, disease and immunology, or other areas in behavioral ecology or evolutionary psychology. Send electronically (pdf preferred) and by mail application letter (with details on research and teaching interests), curriculum vitae, and up to three publications, and request that three referees forward their letters of reference to: Andreas Koenig, HBE Search Committee, Department of Anthropology, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY 11794-4364 <akoenig@notes.cc.sunysb.edu> before October 20, 2008. Stony Brook University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

 

Scientific Ecological Anthropologist, Department of Anthropology, The University of California, Santa Barbara

Integrative Anthropological Sciences (IAS), invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level, beginning July 1, 2009. We seek a social scientist specializing in any area of scientific ecological anthropology, such as human ecology, behavioral or evolutionary ecology, anthropology of living foragers, cooperation and common pool resources, indigenous resource management, dual inheritance theory, ethnobiology, subsistence economics, reproductive ecology, nutritional ecology, life history theory, ecological genetics, demography and epidemiology. Other sociocultural or biological approaches to human ecology are open, but research must be theoretically rigorous, empiricist and scientific, and should complement existing faculty expertise in the IAS Unit. Strong fieldwork and/or lab component is preferable. Geographical area of specialization is open, but interests in Oceania, Latin America, Africa or Asia are preferable, as is a comparative orientation.

The successful candidate will demonstrate ability to teach lower-division courses in ecological, sociocultural and/or biocultural anthropology and upper-division and graduate courses related to the anthropologist’s areas of specialization. Capacity to teach courses in quantitative methods is valued. The ability to direct graduate students and to advance a departmental focus on ecological research are important requirements.
Applicants must have completed the Ph.D. at the time of appointment. Please send a letter detailing research and teaching experience and plans, a curriculum vitae, and names and contact information for three references to Professor Michael Gurven, Chair, IAS Search Committee, Department of Anthropology, UCSB, Santa Barbara, CA 93106-3210. Applications should be postmarked on or before November 14, 2008. The department is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Cultural Anthropologist, University of Missouri Department of Anthropology

Seeking a cultural anthropologist at the Associate Professor level to contribute
to our focus on evolution, adaptation and ecology. An active research program and
demonstrated ability to compete for external funding required. Geographic area is open.
Preference given to candidates with an evolutionary perspective whose research
encompasses small-scale societies, ecological anthropology, and/or the interface
between cultural and biological anthropology. We welcome applications at both the
associate professor and assistant professor levels.

Send letter of application, CV, reprint(s), and evidence of teaching ability to Search
Committee (Cult.), Dept of Anth, 107 Swallow Hall, Univ. of Missouri, Columbia,
MO 65211-1440.

Applications will be reviewed beginning Oct. 15 and continue until position is filled.
The University of Missouri is an EOE/AA/ADA employer.
 

 

The University of Colorado Denver, Department of Anthropology

 

Invites applications for a tenure-track position in anthropology at the Assistant Professor level beginning August 2009.

A Ph.D. is required at time of appointment. We seek an archaeologist who employs an evolutionary and ecological theoretical perspective to the study of hunter-gatherers. Evidence of ongoing research and excellence in undergraduate and masters-level teaching and mentorship required.

Initial screening of applications will commence on October 1st, 2008 and continue until position is filled.

To apply please visit www.jobsatcu.com, job posting number #804735, and attach a cover letter describing teaching and research interests, a current curriculum vitae, and contact information for at least three professional references. UCD requires background investigations for employment.

The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment. As one of three institutions within the University of Colorado system, UCD is located in downtown Denver and seeks to meet the needs of a diverse population through its curriculum, research and community service activities.

For specific questions about the position you may contact the search committee chair, Professor Christopher Beekman, at christopher.beekman@ucdenver.edu

 

Mind, Brain & Evolution Center, The George Washington University

Applications are invited for a full-time, benefited position as Postdoctoral Scientist
to participate in the Mind, Brain & Evolution Center (MBEC) at The George Washington
University. The MBEC is a new collaborative group of cognitive and neural scientists,
comprised of Drs. Tad Zawidzki (Philosophy), Francys Subiaul (Speech & Hearing Science)
and Chet Sherwood (Anthropology). The goal of MBEC is to foster interdisciplinary
research and collaboration on the evolution of the brain, language and cognition. We
are seeking a postdoctoral scientist to interact within this dynamic framework to develop
his or her own research program in the area of social cognition, with support from MBEC.
In addition, we expect the postdoctoral scientist to participate in extramural
research grant writing, to be involved in some collaborative teaching, and to
assist with administration of the Center. Because of the interdisciplinary design
of the MBEC, we invite applications from diverse fields including, but not limited to:
philosophy, anthropology, psychology, robotics, neuroanatomy, and cognitive
neuroscience. The minimum degree required for this position is a PhD.

For more information on current research by MBEC members, please visit the following
webpage: The Social Cognition Lab (www.subiaul.com) and Laboratory for Evolutionary
Neuroanatomy (www.evolneuro.org). The position will start January 1, 2009 and
it is funded by The George Washington University’s Research Enhancement Fund for
24 months. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and the position will
stay open until it is filled. Please email applications to Dr. Tad Zawidzki
at zawidzki@gwu.edu. The application should include a cover letter with
a brief proposal describing the research you intend to perform while funded
by MBEC. The cover letter should clearly state how the applicant’s proposal
and past research relate to the goals and interests of MBEC. Please note that
we are seeking researchers with an explicit focus on applying the principles
of evolutionary theory to understanding the emergence of the human mind
and brain. The application should also include a CV and names of three people who
can be contacted for letters of reference.

The George Washington University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

 

 

 

Also, see job listings at the following websites:

American Anthropological Association
American Psychological Association
Association for Psychological Science
American Sociological Association