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Position Title: Anthropology, Part-Time Faculty

Requisition Number: FAC00577

General Description

The Department of Social Science invites applications for an adjunct position in Anthropology. Applicants should be able to teach two introductory subfield courses: Cultural Anthropology and sophomore-level ethnography courses.

Social Science comprises a variety of academic disciplines concerned with society and the relationship among individuals within a society. This department provides students with a strong liberal arts education that enables students to succeed in both academic and career pathways. Our amazing associate degree programs, certificate programs and multidisciplinary courses prepare students to pursue their bachelor’s degrees and also careers in many fields. We offer opportunities for students to learn from experienced faculty, to conduct research, to gain practical skills related to their areas of study, and to perform fieldwork related to their interests.

College Intro

Community College of Philadelphia is an open-admission, predominantly Black institution and a minority-serving institution which provides access to higher education for all who may benefit. CCP’s Strategic Plan affirms the College’s long-standing commitment to quality, access, affordability and upward mobility while including an emphasis on diversity, equity and inclusion. This plan firmly plants student success at the center of all efforts, establishing the means for each student to achieve their goals.

Teaching faculty are an integral part of the larger Academic and Student Success Division at CCP including Workforce Development or Career Training. The Academic and Student Success Division is a community of learners committed to student success as demonstrated through equitable and measurable outcomes, innovative practices, relevant curriculum, quality learning, and a rewarding student experience. As a minority-serving institution, CCP faculty contribute significantly to our collective efforts to improve student success and eliminate racial equity gaps through the utilization of inclusive and high-quality teaching practices.

Specific Responsibilities

• Teach in-person and/or online Anthropology courses as assigned, to include Cultural Anthropology and aligned with the College’s mission and program learning outcomes.
• Develop and maintain course materials, syllabi, and assessments that support student learning and success.
• Establish and maintain a supportive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Incorporate instructional technology and learning management systems to support diverse learners and enhance accessibility.
• Hold office hours and provide academic guidance and support to students.
• Contribute to student retention, persistence, and completion through proactive engagement and inclusive teaching strategies.
• Participate in course, program, and institutional assessment of student learning outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree Anthropology, or equivalent degree in archeology.
• Strong commitment to developing and teaching anthropology courses for community college students.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Anthropology or equivalent degree in archeology and four field background.
• Teaching experience in Sophomore-level ethnography,
• African or Asian anthropology specialty preferred.
• Teaching experience at an urban community college.
• Demonstrated experience teaching diverse student populations.
• Bilingual or other language proficiency.

Work Location: Main Campus

Benefits Summary

Benefits:

“Success Starts Here” at Community College of Philadelphia. We recognize that our success as a college and the success of our students starts with our employees. Our employees are vital to our success. Our total compensation package includes a comprehensive offer of benefits that are unrivaled by most.

Full-time faculty and staff benefits include:

• College-paid medical, dental, drug, life and disability insurance
• Tuition remission (for classes at the college)
• Forgivable tuition loan (for classes at any accredited academic institution)
• 403(b) retirement plan with 10% College contribution with employee contribution 5%
• Flexible spending accounts

Additional College benefits:

• Winter break: 1 week around the third week in December and New Years
• Spring Break: 1 week in March

For More information about the College benefits and eligibility based on employee class, please visit: https://www.myccp.online/human-resources/benefits-eligibility

Salary Grade or Rank: Adjunct Faculty

Job Posting Open Date: 12/09/2025

Position Type: Faculty

Employment Status: Part-Time

Special Instructions to Applicants

Interested candidates should complete an online application.

• Cover Letter of interest and resume required.
• Name and contact information of 3 references required.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of background checks in accordance with PA Child Protective Services Law.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.

Community College of Philadelphia is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, status as a Vietnam Era Veteran or disabled veteran or any other status protected by law, in matters pertaining to employment.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you hear about Community College of Philadelphia?
   • CareerBuilder.com
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • LinkedIn
   • The Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Indeed.com
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • Community College of Philadelphia Website
   • HBCU Career Center
   • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
   • Other
2. If your answer to the above question is Other, please note the source below. If this question does not apply to you, enter N/A.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * Do you have at least a master's degree in Anthropology or equivalent degree in archeology with strong four field background?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Do you have a Ph.D. in Anthropology or equivalent degree in archeology with strong four field background?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Do you have a speciality in African or Asian anthropology?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * Do you have experience teaching at a community college?
   • Yes
   • No
7. * Do you have experience teaching diverse student populations?
   • Yes
   • No
8. * Are you bilingual or multilingual?
   • Yes
   • No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Resume
2. References
3. Letters of Recommendation
4. Other Document ( See Special Instructions to Applicant)

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