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Instructor Pool- ARCHAEOLOGY AND ANTHROPOLOGY

Universities of Wisconsin · La Crosse, WI · Part time

Posted Jul 24, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Which areas of anthropology, such as archaeology, biological or cultural, are you most prepared to teach?

What they are checking: Honesty about their range so the department can match them to the right courses.

Tell me about your own fieldwork or research and how it shows up in your teaching.

What they are checking: Whether their real experience makes the material more concrete and engaging for students.

What would you do

A student says anthropology is just opinion, not science. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they can explain how the field builds evidence without becoming defensive.

A class discussion about race or religion starts to get tense. What do you do?

What they are checking: Their ability to manage sensitive topics so all students stay engaged and respected.

If the department calls you a few weeks before the term, how do you get ready to teach a course you haven't taught before?

What they are checking: Their planning habits and readiness for the short notice that pool hiring often brings.

About the work

How would you open an intro cultural anthropology course so students start questioning their own assumptions?

What they are checking: Whether they can teach cultural relativism and critical thinking in a way first-year students can grasp.

How would you bring hands-on archaeological methods into a classroom that has limited lab access?

What they are checking: Creativity in making field and lab methods real for students even with limited resources.

How do you teach about Indigenous cultures and remains respectfully, including issues like NAGPRA?

What they are checking: Their awareness of the ethics and law around human remains and the communities the field studies.

How would you adapt an anthropology course for online students and still have real discussion?

What they are checking: Whether they can keep engagement and analysis alive when the class is not in a room together.

How do you give useful feedback on an ethnographic writing assignment?

What they are checking: Whether they know what good ethnographic work looks like and can coach students toward it.

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The full job description

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Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Position Title: Instructor Pool- ARCHAEOLOGY AND ANTHROPOLOGY Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Terminal (Fixed Term) Job Profile: Lecturer Job Duties: Each department at the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse maintains an ongoing search to serve as a pool of pot ential instructors for program needs. If hired from this pool, the instructor will be under the general supervision of the relevant department chair . The i nstructor is responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses. In addition to preparing for and holding classes [face-to-face, hybrid, and/or online], teaching involves maintaining currency in the content area related to the teaching assignment, evaluating students’ work, assessing student outcomes, providing regular and substantive feedback on student work, maintaining appropriate records, and holding office hours. In addition, workload may involve advising students and/or providing other service to the department. Other duties may be assigned by the chair or dean. POOL SEARCHES MAY NOT BE CURRENTLY ENGAGED IN ACTIVE HIRING. WHEN POSITIONS ARE NEEDED, DEPARTMENTS WILL REVIEW APPLICATIONS AND CONTACT YOU TO CONFIRM CONTINUED INTEREST/SCHEDULE AN INTERVIEW The College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities (CASSH) is a vibrant academic community bringing together the strengths of the liberal arts, innovative interdisciplinary programs, and the creative energy of the School of Visual and Performing Arts.  The College actively supports the university’s General Education Program and offers a robust number of undergraduate degrees and three graduate programs. As an instructor in CASSH, you will join colleagues who share a deep commitment to student success as we prepare students for both meaningful careers as well as citizenship in 21 st  Century global society. UW-La Crosse does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 608-785-8013. Key Job Responsibilities: • Develops instructional design and curriculum relevant to a course of instruction • Serves as an initial point of contact for students as it relates to specific course or series content and expectations • Facilitates classroom, online and/or laboratory instruction for one or more courses, including assessment of student performance Department: Archaeology and Anthropology Required Qualifications: • Master’s Degree in a field appropriate to the needs of the department, or significant progress toward a doctorate degree, or, in rare circumstances, post-baccalaureate certification or licensure , or a baccalaureate plus experience , can be established as appropriate qualifications for the teaching position. Depending on the program, specific certification/licensure or clinical experience may be required . How to Apply: Required application documents: Cover letter (that addresses the required qualifications) CV  / Resume Three to five r eference s with contact information Contact Information: David Anderson danderson4@uwlax.edu Special Notes: Application deadlines TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Priority consideration is given to those candidates who apply by the listed ‘First Review Date’. Applications received after that date may be considered at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources. Confidentiality of Applicant Materials UWL is a state agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWL will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request. CBC & Reference Check Policy All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act) For the UWL Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.uwlax.edu/student-life/student-resources/annual-security-report/ or contact the University Police Department at 608.785.9000. INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR BENEFITS Your benefits add an additional 40%+ to the overall financial package from the university. Highlights include: • Paid vacation for 12-month positions. • Excellent flexible health insurance with low co-pays and good coverage. • Paid holidays and paid sick days. • After 5 years of employment, you become vested in our retirement system which ensures income post-career. • Benefits at UWL are highly competitive with local industry and some of the strongest in state and nation. Benefit eligibility is determined at the point of hire. This information is provided for illustrative purposes only. Benefits are also pro-rated based on the appointment percentage. UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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