The Department of Anthropology at the University of Missouri invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher. Applicants may specialize in any field. We welcome scholars with a history of publishing in academic journals and strong quantitative/analytical skills. Ideal candidates will have additional skills in one or more of the following areas: comparative databases, machine learning, deep learning, remote sensing, and geographic information systems. The scholar appointed to this position will continue an active program of research and participate in department and university communities appropriate to their scholarship and interests. The scholar will also receive faculty mentoring, professional development, and interdisciplinary networking. This is a one-year appointment with the opportunity for renewal and some teaching in the second year. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2023.

Qualifications A PhD or equivalent degree is required by the time of appointment.

Application Instructions Applicants should submit a cover letter describing research interests, a current CV, and names/emails for three recommendation letter writers and send as a single pdf file to Rob Walker ([email protected]). Please also send any questions by email. Review of applications will begin February 15, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled.

The University of Missouri is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. The University of Missouri values diversity among its students, staff, and faculty and strongly welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.