University of South Florida
Postdoctoral Scholar - Anthropology
4202 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL 33620
On-site · Full-time · $57k (as posted)
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College / Department / Number: College of Arts & Sciences / Anthropology / 0-1205-000
Estimated appointment dates: 03/02/2026 - 03/01/2027
Annual Salary: $56,880
Supervisor: Dr. Elena Lesley
The Anthropology Department at the University of South Florida is hiring a Postdoctoral Scholar for a research project examining digital approaches to mental health treatment. The Postdoc will work under the supervision of Dr. Elena Lesley (Anthropology) with funding from the National Science Foundation. This appointment is grant-funded and is subject to the continuation of those funds. This position is subject to Foreign Influence Screening. House Bill 7017 (“HB 7017”)
Primary responsibilities will include coordinating research activities, conducting in-depth qualitative analysis (via MAXQDA) and assisting with publications (with opportunities for co-authorship).
Minimum Qualifications: Doctoral degree from an accredited institution in Anthropology or a related field. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Postdoctoral Fellow.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Fluency in the Khmer language
- Familiarity with digital mental health tools