Anthropology position search

The Department of Sociology and Anthropology announces an opening for an
Anthropologist for its PhD-level concentration in Globalization and
undergraduate program in Anthropology, beginning in the Fall of 2009. The
department seeks to hire at the senior level but will consider exceptional
junior candidates. Demonstrated excellence in teaching and research, and
commitment to teaching broad, foundational courses as well as specialty
courses is required. Preference given to applicants who study
neoliberalism, political economy, and/or social movements, particularly
focusing on China or Islamist movements, but all scholars studying
globalization or transnationalism in Asia, the Middle East, Latin America,
and Africa are encouraged to apply. Ability to teach ethnographic field
methods also desirable. This position also involves advising students,
participation in the PhD-level Globalization group, and collaboration in
governance of the undergraduate Anthropology program. Northeastern
University is a large, private institution located in the heart of Boston
and its institutional mission has global concerns at its very core. The
Department is a strong and growing unit with a well-established PhD
program, whose faculty are committed to excellence in research, teaching,
and critical scholarship. The Department hosts multiple Centers and enjoys
numerous links with other units, including the college?s rapidly expanding
International Affairs program. A PhD in Anthropology is required at the
time of appointment. Applicants should send a letter, c.v., writing
samples, and names of references to Chair, Anthropology Search Committee,
Department of Sociology and Anthropology, 500 Holmes Hall, Northeastern
University, Boston MA 02115. Applicants who wish to be considered for a
preliminary interview at the AAA should submit materials by November 10;
for all others review of applications will begin December 1, 2008 and
continue until the position is filled. Northeastern University is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and actively works to enhance its
diversity.