The Department of Sociology and Anthropology in the School of Arts & Sciences at the University of Richmond seeks to hire a full-time, tenure-track Anthropologist at the level of Assistant Professor to begin in the 2026-2027 academic year. A Ph.D. in Anthropology is required by the time of appointment. Candidates who are ABD at the time of application will be considered.

Candidates should have expertise in Anthropology of Law and/or Human Rights, with additional interests or expertise in environmental anthropology. Expertise in all regions of the world is accepted, although expertise on Latin America and/or Africa would complement the strengths of the department. Candidates are expected to offer courses in their areas of expertise and contribute to teaching core courses, including Ethnographic Methods and Introduction to Anthropology.  Our curriculum focuses on cultural anthropology with a strong emphasis on teaching that fosters students’ independent research and critical thinking skills. 

Applicants should apply online at http://jobs.richmond.edu, and  submit a curriculum vitae, cover letter, transcripts, and statements on research and teaching. The teaching statement should articulate the candidate’s philosophy, interest and future development goals as well as involvement in and commitment to inclusive pedagogy. Candidates for this position might be asked, at a later date, to provide the names and contact information for three references who will be asked to submit letters of recommendation. Questions about the application or materials may be directed to Prof. Miguel Diaz-Barriga, Professor of Anthropology, at mdiazbar@richmond.edu. Review of applications will commence October 1 and continue until the position is filled.

The University of Richmond is a private university located just a short drive from downtown Richmond, Virginia. Through its five schools and wide array of campus programming, the University combines the best qualities of a small liberal arts college and a large university. With approximately 4,000 students, an 8:1 student-faculty ratio, and more than 90% of traditional undergraduate students living on campus, the University is remarkably student-centered.

The mission of the University of Richmond is to educate in an academically challenging, intellectually vibrant, and collaborative community dedicated to the holistic development of students and the production of scholarly and creative work. A Richmond education prepares students for lives of purpose, thoughtful inquiry, and responsible leadership in a diverse world. The University of Richmond’s strategic priorities are academic excellence, belonging and community, access and affordability, well-being, and experiential learning and community engagement. The University seeks to model a relentlessly welcoming and inclusive campus community that values the expression of difference in ways that promote excellence in teaching, learning, personal development, and institutional success. Our academic community strongly encourages applications that are in keeping with this commitment.