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Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in anthropology or archeology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

What it pays
Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary earn a median of $46.04/hr — about $96,000 a year. (Annual figure is approximate: hourly × 2,080.)

What you'd actually do

How you get there

Typical entry-level education: Doctoral degree. Overall preparation: extensive preparation (Job Zone 5 of 5).

The feel of the work

It rewards working independently. (Compared against the other 818 careers in the guide.)

Working for yourself

About 0% of anthropology and archeology teachers, postsecondary are self-employed.

Who it tends to fit

This work tends to fit people who are people-focused, analytical and hands-on.

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Quick questions

How much does a anthropology and archeology teachers, postsecondary make?
The median pay is $46.04 per hour — roughly $96,000 a year. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Do you need a degree to be a anthropology and archeology teachers, postsecondary?
The typical entry-level education is: Doctoral degree. Overall preparation level: extensive preparation (Job Zone 5 of 5).
What does a anthropology and archeology teachers, postsecondary actually do all day?
Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and present findings in professional journals, books, electronic media, or at professional conferences. Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as research methods, urban anthropology, and language and culture.
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