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paleoanthropology, genetics and evolution

Job: Yale University (tenured)

Mon, 2012-05-21 15:28 -- John Hawks

Yale University, Department of Anthropology, seeks applications from scholars with at least five years full time faculty experience for a position at the level of Associate or Full Professor with significant research experience in the evolutionary biology of contemporary human populations and/or non-human primates. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of engaging with both laboratory and field research methods related to the evolutionary biology of human and/or non-human primate life histories, such as the physiology of growth, reproduction, metabolism, aging, immune function, nutrition, and/or neuroendocrine aspects of behavior. A proven record of research excellence and experience with managing a long term field site would be highly desirable. Successful candidates would also be expected to develop and teach undergraduate and graduate level courses that would complement the existing Anthropology curriculum as well as mentor Ph.D. students. The position would begin on January 1, 2013.

Yale University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Yale values diversity among its students, staff, and faculty and strongly encourages applications from, and nominations of, women and underrepresented minorities.

Applications should include a CV, statement of research and teaching interests. Electronic application submissions are encouraged. Please send PDF applications to https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/1527 or facultysearch.anthropology@yale.edu. Review of applications to begin September 14, 2012.

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