Department of Anthropology Instructional Assistant Application In order to apply for a position, please fill out this form and turn it in at the front desk, Department of Anthropology, Chilton 330. If you have any questions, you may contact the department at 940 565 2290. Hiring usually takes place after the beginning of each semester. Positions Available: Teaching Assistant, Grader, Instructional Aide, Research Assistant TAs, Graders and IAs assist faculty with the compilation of examinations, the grading of assignments, and other course-related duties as assigned. They are expected to record grades and assist with record keeping. The TA must also maintain regular office hours and be available for consulting with students. RAs assist faculty in tasks such as data collection and analysis, library research, and other research-related responsibilities as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The Department of Anthropology at the University of North Texas sets high standards for its student employees, and compliance with these standards is a condition of employment. As an employee, you must possess the following qualifications: Preference given to undergraduate majors or graduate students in anthropology Must maintain a minimum grade point average of 2.5 for undergraduates, 3.5 for graduates Undergraduates must have completed ANTH 1010 and ANTH 2250, or equivalents; graduates must have completed ANTH 5200 or have received a B.A. in anthropology Must have basic skills in the operation of a personal computer, typewriter, copier, and related office equipment Must have completed necessary training requirements Must have ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with students, coworkers and supervisors Must be able to follow the Departments policies and procedures with professionalism Must be able to arrive on time, following directions, and respond to requests promptly Must treat coworkers with respect Must be honest and dedicated in your work while maintaining a positive, enthusiastic attitude Must have ability to work independently as well as in a group environment NAME (first and last): Semester Applying: PULL DOWN Year PULL DOWN Are you a: Undergraduate student Graduate student MAJOR (if not anthropology): STUDENT ID NO.: GPA: ADDRESS: (Street) (City, State, Zip) MAIN PHONE NUMBER: OTHER NUMBER: E-MAIL: EXPECTED GRADUATION DATE: SPECIAL INTERESTS, TALENTS, SKILLS: PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE: Page 1 of 2 WHY ARE YOU APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION? DO YOU HAVE A PREFERRED POSITION? PULL DOWN ARE YOU A COLLEGE WORK-STUDY STUDENT? YES NO LIST ANY WEBCT COURSES YOU HAVE TAKEN AT UNT: HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT THIS POSITION? CLASS SCHEDULE: M T W Th F W Th F HOURS AVAILABLE TO WORK: M T UNT ANTHROPOLOGY COURSES COMPLETED (or equivalents): Course 1010 General Anthropology 2045 Gender across Culture 2070 Intro to Race and Ethnic Studies 2100 OR 2150 World Cultures 2250 Introduction to Sociocultural Anthropology 2350 Cultural Diversity 2500 Introduction to Archaeology 2700 Introduction to Physical Anthropology 3100 People and Cultures 3331 Forensic Anthropology 3350 American Culture and Society 3650 Origins of Civilization 4010 Language and Culture 4020 Applied Anthropology 4030 African-American Culture 4250 Development of Anthropological Thought 4600 Topics in Medical Anthropology 4610 Topics in Anthropology 4620 Topics in Archaeology 4700 Supernatural: Magic, Witchcraft & Religion 4800 Field Methods Semester Grade Please save form to your computer and email to mltanner@unt.edu for submission. Page 2 of 2