37343BR

SASW

Position Description

Contributes to the university's mission through teaching, in an academic unit. Train under the supervision and direction of a faculty mentor who will provide the opportunity for collaborative and independent teaching. A postdoc appointment is for a minimum of one year with the possibility of annual re-appointment for up to four additional years, for a total not to exceed five years.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

About the College

Founded in 1925 as one of the university's four original colleges, the College of Arts & Sciences is comprised of 15
departments, offering a wide variety of courses and programs in the humanities, social and behavioral sciences, mathematics, physical sciences, and natural sciences. The College has more than 10,000 students enrolled representing more than a quarter of the overall Texas Tech University student population while maintaining a 22:1 student to faculty ratio.

About the Department/School/Area

The Anthropology Program in the Department of SASW has eight full-time tenured and tenure-track anthropologists as well as instructors, and affiliated faculty in other departments. We offer both bachelors' and masters' degrees. Our undergraduate majors have the option of pursuing a concentration in forensic anthropology, which is an area of strength and growth for the department. To learn more about the program, please visit https://www.depts.ttu.edu/sasw/Anthropology/Index.php.

Major/Essential Functions

The Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work (SASW) at Texas Tech University invites applications for an Archaeology Postdoc position to begin September 1, 2024. The position is for three years with the possibility of renewal for a fourth year. The successful applicant should be a computational archaeologist with experience in analyzing lidar data, conducting archaeological survey, and examining ancient settlement patterns in mountainous regions. We seek a scholar who complements but does not duplicate the research of our current faculty.

The successful candidate is a scholar who can teach courses in computational archaeology, GIS, and lidar data analysis and be responsive to student and department needs. This candidate should be able to contribute to the curriculum by teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses in these areas as well as support faculty research. S/he may have an opportunity to develop courses related to his or her specializations.

Organization

Texas Tech University

Faculty Qualifications

PhD in Archaeology or related field at the time of the appointment is required. ABDs will not be considered. Experience teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level and expertise in analyzing lidar data are also required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active field project
• Established publication record
• Record of securing external funding to support research

Duty Point

TTU Lubbock, main campus and affiliated facilities

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

The Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work (SASW) at Texas Tech University invites applications for an Archaeology Postdoc position to begin September 1, 2024. The position is for three years with the possibility of renewal for a fourth year. The successful applicant should be a computational archaeologist with experience in analyzing lidar data, conducting archaeological survey, and examining ancient settlement patterns in mountainous regions. We seek a scholar who complements but does not duplicate the research of our current faculty.

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

None

Schedule Details

As needed for classes

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Research Faculty

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Salary Grade

800