Coastal Carolina University is seeking an Associate Professor of Historical Archaeology to begin 16 August 2009.

Applicants should be broadly trained in archaeology, with a primary research focus on the Southeastern United States. The position will be appointed with tenure in the Department of History. The appointment will carry a half-time teaching load comprised of entry level and upper level courses in archaeology, and new courses in the appointee's area(s) of interest. In conjunction with the Waccamaw Center for Historical and Cultural Studies, the position will be charged with building and coordinating a new interdisciplinary program aimed at furthering knowledge of our region through innovative research and pedagogy. The successful applicant must hold an earned Ph.D. in an appropriate field at the time of employment. A strong record of scholarly activity and evidence of good teaching are expected. Salary is nationally competitive. Teaching assignments may include evening/weekend courses and courses taught at off-campus sites.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should apply online at: http://jobs.coastal.edu. Applications should include a cover letter, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of reference; offprints of published articles or essays are encouraged. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. It is possible that the appointment can be on a "visiting" basis for one year. Please direct any questions to: Dr. Arne Flaten, Chair, Historical Archaeology Search Committee, 843-234-3463, [arflaten@coastal.edu]

Coastal Carolina University is a public mid-sized, comprehensive liberal arts-oriented institution. Coastal Carolina University is located in Conway, South Carolina, just nine miles from the Atlantic coastal resort of Myrtle Beach, one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the nation. It has an enrollment of 8,400 students and is expected to have continued growth for the next several years. Coastal Carolina University is a part of the South Carolina system of public education and has close ties with its founder, the Horry County Higher Education Commission.

Coastal Carolina University is building a culturally diverse faculty and strongly encourages applications from women and minority candidates. CCU is an EO/AA employer.