Job Description

Job no: 496757
Work type: Part-time
Campus: Mount Carmel - Hamden, CT
Categories: Faculty

Overview:Quinnipiac University invites applications for Part-Time Faculty Anthropology. The Department of Sociology and Anthropology in the College of Arts and Sciences seeks highly qualified applicants who are committed to excellence in teaching for part-time faculty positions for Spring 2026. We are particularly interested in individuals with experience teaching Forensic Anthropology to undergraduates, in-person. Course sections during the day and evening are available.About the School/Program:

The breadth of programs offered in the College of Arts and Sciences provides the traditional strengths of a liberal arts education, with a focus on cultivating the intellectual and practical skills that students need for their personal and professional lives. The College of Arts and Sciences offers undergraduate majors in behavioral neuroscience, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, criminal justice, economics, English, game design and development, gerontology, history, independent majors, interdisciplinary studies, law in society, mathematics, philosophy, political science, psychology, sociology, Spanish language and literature, and theater.

In addition, the College of Arts and Sciences offers 31 undergraduate minors (including a minor in Italian), a MS in Molecular and Cell Biology and the additional accelerated undergraduate/graduate programs: 3+1 and 4+1 BS/MS programs in Molecular and Cell Biology, 3+3 BA or BS/JD degree, 3+1 BA in Theater/MBA, and 3+2 BA or BS/MSW. Students can also complete a 5-year BA/BS and MA in Teaching in the following secondary education fields: Biology, English, History, Math, and Spanish.About Quinnipiac:Quinnipiac is a private, coeducational, institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university enrolls 9,000 students in more than 130 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Computing and Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and the College of Arts and Sciences. Quinnipiac is recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Reviews The Best 388 Colleges. The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners, attraction of diverse communities, development of innovative corporate partnerships and construction of an ambitious set of capital projects. For more information, please visit qu.edu. Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and X.Responsibilities:

• Implementing a common course syllabus, or developing and/or updating a course syllabus, as applicable. Posting the syllabus to Canvas.
• Preparing lectures, projects, or other student assignments.
• Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course.
• Meeting all scheduled classes at the times published in the course schedule.
• Being responsive to student needs, including holding at least one office hour per week per course.
• Notifying your department chair or program director in advance and arranging for coverage, in the unusual event that you cannot be present at a scheduled class.
• Checking Quinnipiac email frequently to stay current with all communications.
• Completing mandatory training within the time frame identified as defined by Human Resources. Examples include: Harassment & Discrimination, Data Security & Privacy and Managing Bias.

Education Requirements:

• A minimum of an MA degree in Anthropology or a related field is required; PhD preferred.

Qualifications:

• Relevant teaching experience at the undergraduate level is preferred.
• Evidence of recent effective teaching.
• Experience in the use of instructional technologies, especially Blackboard or Canvas.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Quinnipiac University is considering only those applicants who have valid authorization to work in the United States. Quinnipiac University does not sponsor employment based visas for this position.

TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically and must include a cover letter indicating which course(s) you are interested in teaching and your day/time availability, a curriculum vitae or resume that includes details of teaching experience, a statement of teaching philosophy and a summary of teaching effectiveness, and the names and contact information for three references. Reference letters and formal teaching evaluations will only be required at the interview stage.

Consideration of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.

Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful community.

Note to Faculty/Staff Applicants Only: If a final candidate is a current or previous Quinnipiac employee, the hiring manager must obtain a reference check from the candidates current or former manager before making an offer of employment. If the candidate's current or most-recent Quinnipiac supervisor is unavailable, the hiring manager should contact Talent Acquisition for assistance in determining the appropriate alternate contact:

Advertised: September 15, 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled

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