Assistant Professor/ Associate Professor Position in Archaeological Science

Overview

Bilkent University invites applications for one full-time faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in the Department of Archaeology. This position commences in September 2027 and is designed to strengthen interdisciplinary research and teaching. Specialists in Archaeological Science with dynamic research profiles are welcome to apply, with particular encouragement given to candidates interested in developing research connections to Anatolia and surrounding regions. The successful candidate will build on existing university capacities, foster collaboration through the National Nanotechnology Research Center, and contribute to collaborative research initiatives combining archaeological questions with scientific methods and infrastructure.

Who can apply

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Archaeology by the time of appointment and demonstrate a robust and developing research trajectory. Candidates should be enthusiastic about teaching specialized graduate-level courses in their research area alongside general undergraduate archaeology courses.

Requirements

Applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching statement, and a writing sample through the university's online application system. Candidates are also required to provide the contact details for at least three referees.

What you get

The position comes with a benefits package that includes on-campus housing, health insurance, and subsidized private school for faculty members dependents in the K-12 levels leading to an IB degree. Research support includes grants for conference travel and eligibility for sabbatical leave following the third year of employment.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted using the university's online application system. Initial interviews will be held online, and letters of recommendation will be requested for short-listed candidates. Informal inquiries can be directed to Peter Talloen via email.

Key dates

The application deadline is 10 January 2027 at 23:59 Türkiye time, GMT+3. The position commences in September 2027.