Dr. Julia Gamble

Associate Professor

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Biography

Julia Gamble is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Manitoba, specializing in bioarchaeology and dental anthropology. Her research focuses on understanding past populations, particularly in medieval Europe, and incorporates a life course approach to investigating health outcomes as reflected in human skeletal remains. Julia has a strong background in Canadian archaeological practices and biological anthropology, informed by her PhD from the University of Manitoba and extensive fieldwork across England, Wales, Denmark, and Greece. Since joining the faculty in 2018, she has expanded the dental anthropology program, emphasizing 3D scanning and palaeoproteomic analyses for health assessments. Julia's teaching includes a range of courses in bioarchaeology and evolutionary anthropology, alongside her commitment to reconciliation efforts related to Indigenous communities. She collaborates on various research projects, including pathogen DNA studies and the bioarchaeology of Avar populations in Vienna, offering numerous opportunities for student involvement in research.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

University of Manitoba • Winnipeg, MB

Teaching and researching bioarchaeology and dental anthropology as part of the Department of Anthropology.

Courses

ANTH 1210 - Human Origins Antiquity ANTH 2240 - Plagues Peoples ANTH 2680 - Evolution Human Diversity ANTH 2820 - Human Osteology ANTH 2880 - Human Evolution ANTH 3470 - Demography Past Populations ANTH 4860/7930 - Growth, Development, & Plasticity Human Health ANTH 4470/7470 - Scientific Methods Applications Archaeology Biological Anthropology

Requirements for University of Manitoba

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree in nursing or equivalent Professional registration as RN or RPN Research Methods course (min grade C+) Introductory Statistics course (min grade C+)
Application Checklist
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Intent (500 words)
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • Proof of professional registration
  • Criminal Record Check
  • Child Abuse Registry Check
  • Adult Abuse Registry Check
Specialization Notes

Streams include Education, Administration, or Clinical.