Medical Anthropology: Research‑Led Teaching & PhD Mentorship

Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 47,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in the UK is seeking an Assistant Professor in Medical Anthropology to join the Department of Social Anthropology. The role involves teaching, supervising students, and conducting high-level research. Applicants should hold a doctorate in Social Anthropology and demonstrate proven research and teaching capabilities. This permanent position requires contributions to the department's governance and engagement with ongoing debates in the field. A competitive salary and collaborative environment are provided.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to engage in internationally high-level research.
• Demonstrated willingness to contribute to self-governance of the Department.
• Ability to work co-operatively within a small group.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to teaching in the Department, including medical anthropology.
• Supervise PhD students and mentor post-doctoral researchers.
• Engage with current debates in medical anthropology.

Skills

Research in medical anthropology

Fieldwork

Teaching ability

Engagement in scholarly activities

Collaboration

Education

Doctorate in Social Anthropology

Good first degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

A prestigious university in the UK is seeking an Assistant Professor in Medical Anthropology to join the Department of Social Anthropology. The role involves teaching, supervising students, and conducting high-level research. Applicants should hold a doctorate in Social Anthropology and demonstrate proven research and teaching capabilities. This permanent position requires contributions to the department's governance and engagement with ongoing debates in the field. A competitive salary and collaborative environment are provided.