Position Title:
Director, Center for Archaeological Research (CAR)

Type:
Full-Time Faculty (Professor of Practice)

Location:
San Antonio, TX

Salary:
$85,000–$109,000/year, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications

Posting Date:
12/03/2025

Application Deadline:
Open until filled

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Position Overview
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), a Carnegie R1-designated, top-tier public research university, seeks a agile and innovative leader to serve as
Director of the Center for Archaeological Research (CAR)
. Established in 1974, CAR is a state-accredited collections repository, active contract archaeology facility, and research unit closely affiliated with the Department of Anthropology. The Center manages over
15 million curated items
, secures over
$1 million in annual contracts
, and provides training and research opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students.





The Director will provide visionary leadership, oversee operations, develop community collaborations, support public education, and contribute to student training and mentoring, with the potential to teach courses or serve on graduate committees.

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Core Responsibilities
- Lead CAR as a 21st-century university-based contract archaeology facility.
- Partner with the Department of Anthropology to provide hands-on training and research opportunities for students, including those in the PhD program.
- Contribute to instruction, teaching, and graduate committee service as desired.
- Promote community engagement and public education initiatives.
- Manage contracts, budgets, staff, and operational activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

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Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Anthropology or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years’ exp

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