Assistant Lecturer - Anthropology

Location: Cheney

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Schedule Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Schedule will vary from quarter to quarter to fulfill the position’s responsibilities. Assignments may include evening classes. Term of Appointment: 9 Months

Job Summary: The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences invites applications for a full‑time Assistant Lecturer in the Department of History, Anthropology, and Modern Languages and Literatures. The appointment begins January 4, 2027, and continues through June 15, 2027, with the possibility of renewal. The ideal candidate will specialize in medical anthropology and be able to teach broadly across cultural anthropology for both majors and general education students. EWU is the Inland Northwest’s polytechnic university with approximately one dozen health-related majors. Candidates should be enthusiastic about working with EWU’s diverse, largely first‑generation undergraduate population and committed to supporting student success. The department especially welcomes applicants interested in leveraging the program’s osteology lab and regional healthcare partnerships to create experiential learning opportunities. EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a workforce that is welcoming to all and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply for this position. Teaching: Typical workload for this position will involve 45 credits per academic year. The expected salary upon hire is $61,954. In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWUoffers fringe benefits such as tuition waiver for employees, discountedEWUsports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation throughSTAbuses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits-briefing/benefits/insurance/ Eastern Washington University provides an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence. About Eastern Washington University: Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. As the region’s polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands‑on learning that leads to in‑demand careers. EWU’s 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington’s second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy‑efficient Catalyst building, theSIERRbuilding which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences. In addition, EWUprograms can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor’s and master’s degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college‑bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a ’26 -’27 College of Distinction (CoD), the second consecutive year it has received the national recognition. Tribal Land Acknowledgement: At Eastern Washington University, we are proud to recognize the land of the Spokane Tribe and other tribes that shared the land for fishing and trading. The Spokane Tribe, Coeur d’Alene Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, the Kalispel Tribe, and the Nez Perce Tribe are integral to the cultural heritage and traditional ethnological knowledge of the land. Native American heritage is woven into the fabric of our institution, enriching our community through tribal culture, historical teachings, and tribal language, and is embraced daily by students, staff, faculty, and the Eastern Washington community. At EWU, we are committed to reflecting on and acknowledging the historical injustices of genocide and the forced removal of tribal peoples and all our relatives. EWU recognizes and honors tribal sovereignty and government to government relationships with tribes. From here forward, EWU will remain committed to supporting, honoring, and recognizing the Native American community and the dynamic contributions that are shared with our university. Equal Opportunity Statement: EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.

Conditions of Employment: This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value, as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa currently. Sponsorship is not available for this position at this time. All new employees must comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs. After starting employment, employees will complete the required training via Canvas. The Office of Employee Belonging, Development, and Leadership will reach out to you concerning Workplace Belonging training and asynchronous New Employee Orientation.

Note: Interviews might be conducted via Zoom (camera must be enabled). If so, candidates must be able to demonstrate competence using Zoom and other technologies.

Physical Demands: Contact Human Resources at HR@ewu.edu to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis which will describe conditions of employment.

Protective Equipment: University, local, regional and state mandates for public and personal protection should be followed as needed.

Required Qualifications: Master’s degree or ABD status in anthropology or a related field

Preferred Qualifications: Doctorate in anthropology or a related field

Proposed Job Duties & Responsibilities: The standard teaching load is 15 credits per term. While teaching is the primary responsibility, the position may also include: Service on department, college, university, or professional committees Research, grant writing, and professional presentations Mentoring student projects and participating in community outreach Teaching assignments will include required and elective courses for anthropology majors as well as general education offerings. Courses may include Cultural Anthropology, Medical Anthropology, Anthropology of Food and Nutrition, Immigrant America, Anthropology of Gender, and Environmental Anthropology, and the department welcomes candidates interested in developing an Anthropology of North America course. Faculty responsibilities include: Meeting all scheduled classes Developing and communicating course content, readings, assignments, grading policies, and attendance expectations Holding regular office hours Submitting grades by established deadlines Engaging in effective teaching and ongoing assessment of student learning