The Department of Anthropology in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences at the University of Iowa invites applications for a visiting faculty position beginning August 2026.  This is an entirely teaching position with no research or service expectations or time allocation.  A full-time teaching load in this position is the equivalent of 4 standard courses in each of the Fall and Spring semesters.  Appointments of at least 50% in each semester carry standard University of Iowa benefits.  Appointments are for one academic year and may be renewable up to a maximum of three years total, depending on Department teaching need and College approval.

Applications are sought from candidates who have: 1) a commitment to engaged student learning in undergraduate education, including the use of evidence-based instructional practices; 2) experience as primary instructor of introductory global health (or closely related fields) courses; and 3) excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills.  Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Anthropology, Global Health Studies, or a closely related field by the starting date to qualify for the position.

Visiting faculty will often work in a team setting to develop courses and meet departmental curricular needs.  In addition to teaching lecture portions of courses, visiting faculty may also supervise graduate teaching assistants assigned to these classes, develop new curricula, and engage in other professional activities and services.  The Department has a history of collaboration with campus partners, such as the Center for Teaching, the Office of Teaching, Learning, and Technology, and the Office of Academic Success and Retention, for course design, revision, and innovation.  Visiting faculty may use these resources to develop research-supported instructional practices and tools to improve students’ success.

How to Apply:

To apply, submit your application online at http://jobs.uiowa.edu/.  Refer to requisition 75875.  Only complete applications will be reviewed.  Complete applications must include the following:

• A cover letter that briefly explains the candidate’s interest in the position and specifically addresses how the candidate has met the qualifications.


• A current and up-to-date curriculum vitae


• A statement of teaching experience and philosophy

The screening of applications will begin as soon as they are received, and applications will continue to be accepted until the position is satisfactorily filled.

About Iowa:  With just over 30,000 students, the University of Iowa is one of the nation’s top public research universities, a member of the Big Ten conference since 1899, and an Association of American Universities member since 1909.  The first public university to admit men and women on an equal basis, it is known today for its balanced commitment to the arts, sciences, and humanities and its world-class programs in medicine and the health sciences.  Located in Iowa City, an urbanized area of 170,000 people that is widely recognized as one of the country’s most livable communities, the University offers over 200 majors and has an annual externally funded research budget of over $700M.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check.

• Candidates must hold a Ph.D. (or equivalent) in Anthropology, Global Health Studies, or a closely related field at the time of appointment.

• Experience teaching courses at the undergraduate level in Global Health Studies or related fields. 


• Familiarity with engaged student learning and evidence-based instructional practices, with a commitment to using them. 


• Willingness to collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to reform and sustain aspects of the undergraduate Global Health Studies curriculum. 


• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills. 

• Experience facilitating engaged student learning and using evidence-based instructional practices. 


• Experience preparing and supervising teaching assistants assigned to a course. 


• Experience teaching large lecture courses. 


• Experience (re)designing college or university Global Health (or related) courses. 


• Experience recruiting and mentoring undergraduate Global Health (or related) majors.