Faculty of Arts & Science - Assistant Professor; Anthropology

Faculty of Arts & Science - Assistant Professor (Anthropology)

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Faculty of Arts & Science - Assistant Professor (Anthropology)

About the University

The University of Lethbridge is a comprehensive and research-intensive university founded on the principles of liberal education where inspired scholars integrate research and creative activity with teaching. Our University’s Blackfoot name is Iniskim, meaning Sacred Buffalo Stone. Founded in 1967 on traditional Blackfoot land, it is a place where student engagement in learning, creative activities, and research takes place every day.

The University of Lethbridge offers more than 150 undergraduate and 60 graduate programs in the Faculties of Arts & Science, Education, Fine Arts, Health Sciences, the Schools of Liberal Education and Graduate Studies, and the Dhillon School of Business, to more than 8,000 students.

Together, we transform lives and communities.

The Department of Anthropology at the University of Lethbridge invites applications from sociocultural anthropologists for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor to commence on July 1, 2026, subject to budgetary approval. The hiring salary will be in the range of $79,132 to $98,000 per year, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The successful candidate will be a sociocultural anthropologist with a strong and active record of ethnographic research and a demonstrated ability to produce high-quality research, and potential for securing research funding. They will be able to expand our faculty expertise and course offerings in terms of both geographical area of focus and research concentration.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach our general introductory class, contribute to teaching other required courses in our program, and to develop additional undergraduate courses relevant to their interests and expertise that contribute to our existing offerings.

Accessibility, Belonging and Community for all are key strategic priorities for the University of Lethbridge. The University of Lethbridge recognizes that diversity enriches our campus and community and is fundamental to teaching, learning, and research excellence.

Living and benefiting from Blackfoot Confederacy’s traditional territory, Iniskim (ULethbridge) is direct neighbours with the Kainai Nation, the largest reserve in Canada. Home to more than 100,000 people, Lethbridge is a place where ideas grow. It is a culturally vibrant city with a flourishing arts scene and an active social calendar.

All applications must be submitted online and should include: a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, a dedicated research statement, syllabi of courses previously taught, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and contact information for three references.

• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Application
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness
• Research Statement
• Contact Information for Three References
• Syllabi of Courses Previously Taught

The University of Lethbridge is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, including through all aspects of the hiring process. If you require support during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at  so that accommodations can be put in place to support you.

The University of Lethbridge invites applications from all qualified candidates; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference.