NASA conference support award extension

The National Association of Student Anthropologists (NASA) has extended the deadline for the Carrie Hunter-Tate Award to August 17, 2018 11:59PM EST. The award honors Carrie Hunter-Tate, a former NASA officer, by offering conference travel support to one student member attending the annual meeting. The award will provide up to $500 for travel expenses associated…

AnthroJob of the Week, 12 June 2018

Arizona State Parks and Trails is hiring a Planner 2 (on-call Archaeological Technician). This job opportunity is located in Phoenix, Arizona. Summary of duties This position is a part-time, on-call, Archaeological Technician position reporting to the Cultural Resources Manager. This position will assist the Cultural Resources Manager in facilitating cultural activities. Duties include, but are…

AnthroJob of the Week, 29 May 2018

The United States Institute of Peace (USIP) is looking for a Research Assistant to join their team. USIP is a nonpartisan institute chartered by Congress to tackle the world’s toughest problems. The institute is headquartered in Washington, DC. Research assistants provide research and support for the Countering Violent Extremism (CVE) program housed within the Global Practice…

AnthroJobs of the Week, 22 May 2018

The Smithsonian Latino Initiative Internship to Fellowship (I2F) Program is accepting applications for five paid internship opportunities! These internships are open to undergraduate students. This program is special because it promotes diversity and inclusion of Latino Americans in the field of museums studies. Additionally, the program offers a fellowship opportunity following the initial internship. If…

Research Associate at the Institute for Community Health (ICH)

The Institute for Community Health (ICH) is hiring a Research Associate. ICH is a nonprofit consulting organization that specializes in participatory evaluation, applied research, and strategic planning. The position is based in Malden, Massachusetts. The Research Associate is an entry level position which prefers a bachelor or masters in Anthropology. Key Tasks include: Coordinate project and…

Anthro Job of the Week 17 April 2018

The Institute for Community Health (ICH) is hiring a Research Associate. ICH is a nonprofit consulting organization that specializes in participatory evaluation, applied research, and strategic planning. The position is based in Malden, Massachusetts. The Research Associate is an entry level position which prefers a bachelor or masters in Anthropology. Key Tasks include: Coordinate project and community partner meetings,…

AnthroJob of the Week, 10 April 2018

The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of CURATOR OF HISTORIC STRUCTURES* to fill one (1) vacancy in the RIVERSIDE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM.  Qualifications Recruitment Guidelines: Education: Equivalent to a Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major work in museology, history, art history, anthropology, archaeology, or a closely related field of specialization. Three years’ experience…

Anthro Jobs of the Week 20, March 2018

Operation Smile based in Virginia Beach, Virginia is looking for 5-7 Program Coordinators. This position seems like a great opportunity for anyone interested in medical anthropology and public health looking to gain valuable entry level experience working on international programs. Operation Smile has provided thousands of safe surgeries for those with cleft lip, cleft palate…

Why study anthropology?

How do you answer prospective students, and/or their parents, when they ask the rationale for studying anthropology, and applied anthropology in particular? NAPA is compiling the top 5 reasons to relate to students, and the top 5 reasons to discuss with parents, about why anthropology is a great discipline. These will go beyond the general…