ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR OF ANTHROPOLOGY or SOCIOLOGY
Wofford College invites applicants for an adjunct instructor position who are focused on student

success and excited to join a community committed to preparing thought leaders. Applicants with a PhD
in Anthropology and Sociology at the time of appointment are prioritized. Candidates with a PhD or a
Master’s degree in a related field plus a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in anthropology or
sociology will be considered.

Exceptional undergraduate teaching is the priority at Wofford. Competitive applicants will have
teaching experience and be prepared to convey to students their deep commitment to their area of
expertise through compelling teaching.

The person selected for this position will teach four in-person, on campus courses during the fall
2024 semester. These will be 100- and 200-level courses.

Compensation is regionally competitive. A furnished apartment near campus may be available.
Inquiries regarding housing or other matters may be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Cynthia
Fowler (ANTH-SOC@wofford.edu), Chair of Sociology and Anthropology. Review of applications will
begin April 1st, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.
Applicants should submit the following documents as one email attachment to ANTH-
SOC@wofford.edu.
1. Cover Letter addressing your interest in this position along with a description of your current position
and your scholarly interests.
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Transcript showing graduate school credits and courses. An unofficial transcript is sufficient at the
time of application; however, an official transcript will be required if the application advances.
4. Reference with contact information (names, phone numbers, and emails) for three professional
references. No letters of reference are needed at this stage.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Sociology and Anthropology Department enables students to immerse themselves in the
study of society and culture. The department values scholarship related to social theory, research
methodologies, social justice, cultural studies, and multiple substantive foci such as gender,
decolonization, education, social movements, globalization, global health, posthuman ecologies,
and community engagement. Faculty in the department are devoted to inclusive classrooms, high-
impact learning experiences, and collaboration with members of off-campus communities.

The Sociology and Anthropology Department acknowledges and respects the Cherokee and
Catawba people and their predecessors who are the traditional custodians of the land where the
Wofford College campus sits. Native Americans comprise 0.23% of the city’s current population, which
totals more than 37,000 people including nearly equal percentages of African American (47.49%) and
White (48.18%) residents. Hispanics, Asians, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders also live in the city.

Neighboring cities are Greenville, SC, just a half-hour drive; Charlotte, NC and Asheville, NC about an
hour away; and Atlanta, GA and Charleston, SC approximately 3 hours away. South Carolina is known
for its beautiful rivers, lakes, beaches, and forests. Jones Gap State Park, Table Rock State Park, Ceasar’s
Head State Park, Sumter National Forest, and more public lands are in our Upstate region.
ABOUT WOFFORD COLLEGE

Wofford College, established in 1854, is a place where thought leads, where ideas are
celebrated and problem solving is expected. The campus is located a few blocks north of Main Street in
Spartanburg, South Carolina. We offer 27 major fields of study to a student body of 1,874
undergraduates. The College is nationally known for the strength of its academic program, outstanding
faculty, study abroad participation, and successful graduates. Wofford is recognized consistently as a
“best value” and for accessibility for low- and middle-income students. Wofford is home to one of the
nation’s Phi Beta Kappa chapters. The college community supports 19 NCAA Division I athletics teams
and numerous student organizations, including honor societies, professional organizations, faith-based
organizations, club sports, and three publications.
EEO STATEMENT

Wofford College values diversity within our students, faculty and staff and strives to recruit,
develop, and retain the most talented people. Wofford College does not discriminate in employment
based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, age,
national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status in accordance with
applicable federal, state, and local laws. For information about Wofford’s Title IX compliance, visit
wofford.edu/administration/title-ix. Wofford College provides reasonable accommodation for
qualified individuals with disabilities for employment. If you require accommodations to participate in
any part of the hiring process, please contact HumanResources@Wofford.edu.

A background check will be conducted for finalist candidates. Employment is contingent upon
completion of a successful background check and establishment of identity and verification of
employment eligibility as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.