Description

Posting Details

Posting Number

F2585P

Working Title

Professor, Director of the Institute for Native American Studies

Department

Franklin-Native Amer Stds

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

https://inas.uga.edu/

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Underutilization

Advertised Salary

Anticipated Start Date

08/01/2026

Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)

Job Posting Date

12/17/2025

Job Closing Date

Open until filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants should submit (1) a cover letter describing teaching and research interests, alongside administrative experience and a vision for the future of the Institute, (2) a current C.V., (3) a published article or chapter-length writing sample, and (4) contact information for three references. Applications received by January 30, 2026, will receive full consideration. Inquiries should be addressed to Claudio Saunt, chair of the search committee (csaunt@uga.edu).

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title

Department Chair/Head AC

FLSA

Faculty Rank

Professor

Contract Type

Academic (9 mo.)

Tenure Status

Tenured

Minimum Qualifications

Terminal degree in the applicant's area of specialization.

Position Summary

The Institute of Native American Studies at the University of Georgia, an interdisciplinary institute with affiliated faculty across departments, schools, and colleges, invites applications for the position of Director. The Director will be a tenured professor with a terminal degree in the applicant's area of specialization and must be eligible for tenure upon hire.

The position's tenure home is expected to be in the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences; a courtesy or partial appointment may be considered pending qualifications in the Colleges of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, Education, Environment and Design, Law, or Public Health and/or the Schools of Ecology, Forestry and Natural Resources, Law, or Public and International Affairs. The INAS Director will teach at both the undergraduate and graduate levels; serve as chief administrator of the Institute and presiding officer of its steering committee and faculty meetings; coordinate INAS programming and public outreach, curriculum development, and student and faculty outreach; lead collaborative efforts between INAS and other programs on campus and the emergent Southeast Native American Studies Consortium; and serve as one of UGA's liaisons with tribal research partners and affiliates.

Additional Requirements

To be eligible for tenure upon appointment, candidates must be appointed as an associate or full professor, have been tenured at a prior institution, and bring a demonstrably national reputation to the institution. Candidates must be approved for tenure upon appointment before hire.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Applicants should demonstrate an active research agenda in a field related to Native American studies, broadly defined, with global Indigenous comparative approaches welcome. The successful candidate will possess administrative expertise and be committed to multidisciplinary collaboration that advances Native American Studies across the university and with the public.

Physical Demands

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

Yes

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Writing Sample
4. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents