About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

UNT's Department of Anthropology focuses on the subfield known as "cultural anthropology." Culture shapes every aspect of human life, from how we understand "identity," who we think of as family, the foods that we eat, and the religious or spiritual practices that we engage in.

However, rather than teaching a collection of "facts" about different cultures, cultural anthropology at UNT teaches students how to think like an anthropologist--how to ask questions, look beyond the surface, and make sense of the world in a different way. UNT Anthropology is one of the leading departments in the nation centered around the practice of applied anthropology, or the application of anthropological methods, theories, and insights to address real world problems.

Position Overview

The primary duties are to assist faculty with the compilation of examinations, the grading of assignments, and other course-related duties as assigned. This is a nineteen (19) hour per week job that pays at $20/hr.

Background Check
**Due to the critical nature of this position, a conditional job offer is extended contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check. If selected, a start date will be provided once the final results of your check are received. UNT reserves the right to review all information provided by applicants, including information provided on the application, information receives during reference checks, or criminal background checks to verify the suitability for employment of any applicant. An offer of employment may be rescinded due to an unsuccessful background investigation.

Minimum Qualifications

Successful completion (A- or better) of coursework in cultural anthropology or a related field

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Basic knowledge of anthropology and other social sciences.
Critical thinking, good communication, clear writing skills.
Familiarity with Canvas, Word, and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

MA/BA/BS in Anthropology.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties
Keeping class roll up to date.

Grading assignments in a timely manner.

Weekly interactions in student discussions.

Weekly interactions in student discussions.

Helping faculty input grades and complete semester grade submission for the semester before deadline.

Assisting faculty with any other academic duties that directly help students in their learning success.

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Nineteen (19) hours per week as needed. To be worked out between IA and faculty member.

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.