Job Opportunities
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Position Title: Faculty in Cultural Anthropology
Institution: College of the Atlantic
Department: Interdisciplinary
Contact: Jamie Mckown, jmckown@coa.edu
Address:
College of the Atlantic
105 Eden St.
Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Job Description:
College of the Atlantic seeks a full-time faculty member in Cultural Anthropology to teach a wide range of classes in anthropology and who is also able to teach courses in social theory. The area of geographic specialization is open. Courses are especially needed in: ethnography; research design and methods; social theory; and race/class/gender. The faculty seek a colleague who will help undergraduates understand and learn from the diversity of human cultures, and who can collaborate with other faculty to enhance the College's curriculum in Human Ecology. The successful candidate will have a track record of teaching excellence, ethnographic fieldwork experience and the ability to train students in ethnography and a wide range of other research methods. Preference will be given to broadly trained candidates that have an interdisciplinary background or intellectual interests that require an understanding of multiple fields of study. Ph.D. in Anthropology or related field required. The position requires teaching five courses a year over three terms, ranging from introductory to advanced, as well as supervising senior projects, independent studies, and tutorials. The committee will seek evidence that the candidate has the ability to: contribute directly to the College?s field-based programs both domestically and abroad through on-campus courses, mentoring, and advising; help students plan, conceptualize, and carry out independent research projects; challenge and inspire students to understand and use methodological and theoretical insights in sophisticated and creative ways; contribute to shared curricular responsibilities (e.g. writing-focused courses, core course, 1st year seminars, etc). College of the Atlantic (COA) is a small, accredited, private college offering the B.A. and M.Phil. in Human Ecology. Faculty organization is non-departmental, and the college has a system of democratic self-governance. The College?s innovative curriculum includes: self-directed, interdisciplinary study; team teaching; involvement of undergraduates in research; and a commitment to prepare students to address social, political and environmental problems. Applicants are encouraged to learn more about COA by visiting our web page, http://www.coa.edu. Send a cover letter, a statement of teaching philosophy, C.V., and the names and contact information for three professional references to: Cultural Anthropology Search, Attn: Barbara Carter, Search Coordinator, College of the Atlantic, 105 Eden St., Bar Harbor, ME 04609. Review of applications will begin September 22, 2010, and continue until the position is filled. Specific inquiries about the position may be addressed to Jamie McKown, Chair, Anthropology Search Committee at jmckown@coa.edu . College of the Atlantic is committed to academic excellence, cultural diversity, and multicultural education. COA is an AA/EEO employer. Applications are especially encouraged from persons who would enhance the ethnic, gender, and cultural diversity of the College.
Run Date: 2 months
Posted Date: 19-Jul-10
Position Title: Assistant Professor - Sociology
Institution: Marquette University
Department: Social and Cultural Sciences
Contact: ROBERTA.COLES@MU.EDU
Phone: not listed
Address:
Search Committee
Department of Social and Cultural Sciences
Lalumiere Hall 340
Marquette University
P.O. Box 1881
526 N. 14th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53201-1881
Job Description:
The Department of Social and Cultural Sciences invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August 2011. Applicants should be prepared to contribute primarily to the Sociology major and should be able and willing to teach in more than one of the following areas: Sociology of Health and Illness; Medical Sociology; Aging/Life Course; Political Sociology; Social Change/Movements; Comparative/Historical Sociology; International/Global Sociology. Research specialization open. Applicants should demonstrate excellence in teaching, evidence of scholarly productivity, and a coherent research agenda. Ph.D. strongly preferred, but ABDs will be considered.
The Department of Social and Cultural Sciences offers undergraduate majors in Anthropology, Criminology and Law Studies, Social Welfare and Justice, and Sociology. The department is committed to excellence in both teaching and scholarship. Please visit the department web site: http://www.marquette.edu/socs/ .
Marquette University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. Members of racial/ethnic minorities and women are strongly encouraged to apply. The campus is located near downtown Milwaukee in a racially diverse area with convenient access to national, state, and local government agencies, and many private institutions and non-profit organizations.
Review of candidates will begin on October 1, 2010. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Instructions for application.
Please note: All applicants must apply online.
Use the following links to Marquette’s department of Human Resources to apply.
Assistant Professor – Sociology
https://careers.marquette.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52459
In addition to applying online, candidates should also submit directly to the department a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness, writing samples, a brief research plan, a statement of how the candidate might contribute to the various departmental majors, and three letters of reference. ABD candidates please provide a timetable for completion of the Ph.D. Please send applications to the following address.
Search Committee
Department of Social and Cultural Sciences
Lalumiere Hall 340
Marquette University
P.O. Box 1881
526 N. 14th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53201-1881
Run Date: June 4, 2010 - August 4, 2011
Posted Date: June 4, 2010
Position Title: Clinical Faculty
Institution: Miami University/Hamilton Campus
Department: Family Studies & Social Work
Contact: MUHsearch@muohio.edu
Phone: not listed
Address:
FSW Search Committee
Miami University Hamilton Campus
1601 University Blvd
Hamilton, OH 45011
Job Description:
Clinical Faculty Family Studies & Social Work Miami University/Hamilton Campus Miami University is currently seeking candidates for a Clinical Faculty position in Social Work to teach undergraduate social work courses and teach in the new Bachelor of Integrative Studies degree program at Miami?s regional campuses; advise students; provide service to the university, community and profession. Require: Masters of Social Work (MSW); minimum of two years of post-MSW practice experience. Desire: higher education teaching experience; commitment to university service and community engagement; doctorate in social work or related field by date of appointment; familiarity with CSWE accreditation standards. Send letter of intent, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of reference to: FSW Search Committee, Miami University, Hamilton Campus, 1601 University Blvd, Hamilton, OH 45011. Applications may be submitted electronically to MUHsearch@muohio.edu. Screening of applications begins January 25, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. Information about the campus is available at www.ham.muohio.edu. Miami University is an EOE/AA employer with smoke-free campuses. For information regarding campus crime and safety, visit www.muohio.edu/righttoknow. Hard copy upon request.
Run Date: January 4, 2010 - March 4, 2010
Posted Date: January 4, 2010
Position Title: Educators and Researchers
Institution: National Nurses United AFL-CIO
Department: Education and Research
Contact: Angie Fa
Phone: not listed
Address:
2000 Franklin St.
Oakland, CA 94612
Job Description:
EDUCATORS AND RESEARCHERS: The National Nurses United (NNU) AFL-CIO, the nation's largest nurses' union and professional association, seeks experienced Educators and Researchers to assist in developing labor oriented educational programs nationwide for Registered Nurses. Programs will emphasize the political economy of healthcare restructuring and the clinical and technological impacts of healthcare restructuring on both patients and the Registered Nurses who provide their care.
The NNU, AFL-CIO is organizing the movement for Registered Nurse power to transform the market-driven healthcare industry in the United States into a health care system driven by patient needs. The NNU has negotiated the best Registered Nurse (RN) collective bargaining contracts in the nation and was responsible for California's RN Safe Staffing Law - the first of its kind nationwide. NNU provided critical leadership in the AFL-CIO's decision to endorse a single-payer healthcare system based on updating and expanding Medicare benefits for all Americans.
We offer salaries and benefits that surpass most junior faculty positions to 6 figure salaries comparable to senior faculty positions, and the opportunity to do some very interesting educational and research work with a social justice perspective. Excellent benefits package including medical, dental and pension. Full family coverage including domestic partner.
Educator: After appropriate orientation, the Educator will design and teach one day courses on health care restructuring, issues impacting nursing practice and basic principles of political economy for Registered Nurses. This is not a traditional labor educator position. The ideal Educator Candidate will have: * At least one advanced degree. * Top rate research skills. *Experience in working closely with others as part of a successful team. * An ability to work under pressure and ability to meet deadlines is essential. *Proven competence in qualitative social research. * Familiarity in teaching successful intensive workshops. *The ability to teach complex material in a way that is accessible to a broad audience is essential. *Demonstrated experience at teaching complex global issues of political economy is helpful. *Highly desirable attributes include familiarity and a background in political/economy, the epistemological problematic inherent in computerized expert systems and the impact on worker control, workplace power and skill, labor process studies, complex organizational analysis, the philosophy of science generally, and the social aspects of technological design and implementation. Educator positions require an ability and willingness to travel and educate Registered Nurses in a national movement for healthcare justice.
Researcher: The ideal Researcher Candidate will have: *Experience in power structure research *Familiarity with corporate research and/or corporate campaigns *Strategic research skills *An understanding of market concentration and complex organizational issues *Background in evaluating and reviewing corporate statements *Demonstrated commitment to social justice Research positions will probably be based in Oakland, California
For Educators be prepared to submit a Résumé, Cover letter, Writing sample, and an Outline of a one day educational workshop when you apply. Also, please prepare a 3 page or less description of the best training session, class or workshop you have conducted and the audience you were reaching. You will be asked to attach these as separate documents in PDF or Word formats.
For Researchers please submit a Résumé, Cover letter, and Writing sample.
Please paste the following link into your browser: http://www.pcrecruiter.net/pcrbin/apply.asp?db=liL0IwkeiowS0NKI7x3IZJm6D4RySclfkuo%3d&id=617903226437324&src=recruiteroutreach
NNU is committed to Equal Opportunity, and considering applicants of all ages, races, sexual orientations, national origins, ethnicities, and religions. We urge people of color and women, experienced activists, organizers, labor representatives, directors, researchers and educators of all backgrounds, to apply.
Contact E-mail: Angie Fa [afa@nationalnursesunited.org].
Run Date: May 24, 2010 - July 24, 2010
Posted Date: May 24, 2010
Position Title: Visiting Asst Professor
Institution: Ohio University
Department: Sociology & Anthropology
Contact: Leon Anderson
Phone: 740-593-1381
Address:
Department of Sociology & Anthropology
Bentley Annex #157 Ohio University
Athens, OH 45701-2979
Job Description:
The Ohio University Department of Sociology and Anthropology invites application for two one-year term positions beginning September 7, 2010 to teach primarily criminology-related courses, as well as social problems, and/or introductory sociology. Topics in criminology may include but are not limited to criminology, juvenile delinquency, policing, punishment and corrections, gender and justice, corporate and governmental crime. Ph.D. or ABD in sociology/criminology is required. Teaching load is nine courses for the academic year on a quarter system, although accommodation may be made to arrange seven course load. We seek candidates with commitment to working effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds. Nine month salary will be $42,400 plus benefits. Ohio University is a Research Extensive institution located seventy-five miles southeast of Columbus, Ohio. Enrollment on the Athens Campus is approximately 20,000. The College of Arts and Sciences includes 340 tenure-line faculty and contains 19 departments, most of which offer graduate degrees. Further information about Ohio University is available at: www. ohio.edu and for more information on the department, go to www.cas.ohiou.edu/socanth. Ohio University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Submit On-Line Quick Application at www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=56872 and be prepared to attach electronically a cover letter and curriculum vitae. Please send hard copies of: evidence of teaching effectiveness, including teaching evaluations and sample syllabi for up to three courses, any publications or other samples of scholarly writing, contact information for three references, and official copies of all graduate transcripts. Send materials to: Leon Anderson, Chair, Dept. of Sociology and Anthropology, Ohio University, Bentley Annex # 157, Athens, Ohio 45701-2979. Review of applications will begin July 1, 2010 and continue until the positions are filled. Contact E-mail: andersoe@ohio.edu
Run Date: June 15, 2010 - July 15, 2010
Posted Date: June 15, 2010
Position Title: Dean, Social Sciences
Institution: University of Hong Kong
Department: Faculty of Social Sciences
Contact: Peter Liu
Phone: not listed
Address:
AsiaNet Consultants
Room 702 -705 Wilson House 19 - 27
Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong.
Job Description:
THE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences (Ref.: 20100111) The University of Hong Kong invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of Social Sciences. Appointment will be made on a five-year fixed-term basis, tenable from September 1, 2011. A globally competitive remuneration package commensurate with the appointee's qualifications and experience will be offered. The Faculty The Faculty of Social Sciences was established in 1967 and has since undergone rapid expansion and significant transformation. Through over 40 years of development and growth, the Faculty has become one of the leading schools in social and political science education and research globally. It is ranked 34th among top universities for social sciences by the Times Higher Education, and its ranking is the highest among faculties of social sciences locally. The Faculty takes great pride in its academic and professional excellence, diversity of its faculty and students, and contribution to the well-being of the community and international networking. The Faculty has identified two arching themes to guide development, viz. social innovation and global citizenship. The concept of social innovation seeks to fuse social responsibility with social leadership, and that of global citizenship is to embrace global awareness and global engagement. The Faculty currently comprises the Departments of Geography, Politics and Public Administration, Psychology, Social Work and Social Administration, and Sociology; and nine research centres, viz. Centre for Anthropological Research, Centre on Behavioral Health, Centre for Civil Society and Governance, Centre for Criminology, HKU Family Institute, International Center for China Development Studies, Sau Po Centre on Ageing, Social Sciences Research Centre and The Hong Kong Jockey Club Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention. All these Centres aim at promoting and leading multi-disciplinary and international collaborative research endeavours. The Faculty offers a wide range of programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Undergraduate programmes provide students with specialist training in the following fields of study: Bachelor of Social Work, Bachelor of Criminal Justice, Bachelor of Journalism, Bachelor of Social Sciences (Government and Laws) and Bachelor of Social Sciences with choices of core and multi-disciplinary majors in Geography, Politics and Public Administration, Psychology, Social Work and Social Administration, Sociology, Cognitive Science, Counselling, Criminal Justice, Culture, Heritage and Tourism, Global Studies, Media and Cultural Studies, Social Policy and Community Building, and Urban Governance. The current undergraduate student number is about 1,100. The Faculty strongly encourages students for off-campus learning, e.g. international exchanges, local and overseas internships, summer institutes in China and Taiwan. At the taught postgraduate level, the Faculty at present offers thirteen coursework programmes leading to doctoral and master's degrees and postgraduate diplomas and certificates: Doctor of Psychology (in the field of Clinical or Educational Psychology), Master of Arts in China Development Studies, Master of Arts in Transport Policy and Planning, Master of Geographic Information Systems, Master of Journalism, Master of International Public Affairs, Master of Public Administration, Master of Social Work, Postgraduate Certificate in Psychology, Postgraduate Diploma in of Geographic Information Systems, Postgraduate Diploma in International Affairs, Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism; and eleven fields of study under the Master of Social Sciences curriculum, viz. Behavioral Health, Corporate Environmental Governance, Counselling, Criminology, Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Social Work, Gerontology, Marriage and Family Therapy, Mental Health, and Social Service Management. These programmes are providing continuous education and training to about 1,000 professional practitioners and managerial personnels. The Faculty is planning to launch two new doctoral programmes in Social Welfare and Public Administration during the 2009 - 2012 triennium. There are about 200 research postgraduate students in the Faculty pursuing degrees of Master of Philosophy or Doctor of Philosophy in the following research strengths of the Faculty: China Studies Cognitive Science Comparative Asian and International Studies Criminology Culture and Heritage Environment, Urban Planning and Sustainable Development Interpersonal Relationships Media Methodology Political Theory and Philosophy Psychosocial Intervention and Processes Public and Social Policy, and Governance Transnationalism and Global Migration Since 2006, the Faculty has been offering a unique and well-structured Summer Institute "Asia as the Global Future" to international undergraduate students. About 180 participants from 50 universities in 6 continents have completed this credit-bearing 4-week programme. Students attend lectures and field trips in Hong Kong, Macau, Beijing/Shanghai and Hangzhou, and Seoul (Korea). At the postgraduate level, the Faculty offers an intensive research methods summer programme. The Faculty aims to position itself as the leader within Asia in methodological training in both qualitative and quantitative spheres. The Faculty is committed to building a strong research culture. Faculty members publish quality findings in international refereed journals and constantly attract significant amounts of government grants and substantial funding support from external public organizations. The Faculty continues to host and facilitate a series of major research projects, ranging from a million to over 300 million Hong Kong dollars. The Faculty has been a forerunner for knowledge exchange. It has established a robust platform in this arena through public lecture series, academic seminars, professional workshops, media presentations, student internship programmes, consultancy services and taught postgraduate programmes. Many colleagues are active participants in policy making bodies and are expert advisors to government departments and public organizations. For further details, please visit the Faculty's website at www.hku.hk/socsc/. The University of Hong Kong Established in 1911, the University of Hong Kong is a pre-eminent international university in Asia. It has more than 1,800 academic staff affiliated with ten faculties and sub-divisions of studies and learning. The University attracts the best students and has a fine tradition of nurturing the largest number of research postgraduate students in Hong Kong. It has over 22,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students from 48 countries, with English as the medium of instruction. The University is committed to excellence in research and teaching, and education at all levels. The position The Dean will provide strong leadership in fostering a harmonious working relationship and environment for academic collaboration, research excellence and quality education, and in co-ordinating and implementing the Faculty's strategic directives and development so as to position the Faculty as one of the leading centres of social sciences in the region and internationally. The Dean is also expected to build strong ties with the community, promote the Faculty's mission and profile, and solicit resources. The successful candidate should possess a substantial record of scholarship and teaching excellence in social sciences, outstanding inter-personal and networking skills, and proven administrative, financial and personnel management experience in tertiary institutions. Familiarity with Hong Kong's tertiary education system would be an advantage, as Hong Kong is undergoing a curriculum reform and the new 4-year undergraduate curriculum will be implemented in 2012. Application and nominations The University of Hong Kong is being represented in this search by Asianet Consultants. Please submit nominations or applications to: Mr. Peter Liu Managing Director AsiaNet Consultants Room 702 -705 Wilson House 19 - 27 Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong. (e-mail: peterliu@asianetconsultants.com) Review of applications and nominations will begin from July 7, 2010. The search will remain open until the position is filled. The University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a No-Smoking Policy
Run Date: June 3, 2010 - September 3, 2010
Posted Date: June 3, 2010
Position Title: Postdoctoral Research Fellow In Community-Based Learning
Institution: University of Notre Dame
Department: Center for Social Concerns
Contact: cntrres@nd.edu
Phone: 574-631-4670
Address:
Center for Social Concerns
170 Geddes Hall
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN 46556
Job Description:
Postdoctoral Research Fellow In Community-Based Learning 2010?2012 The University of Notre Dame Center for Social Concerns (CSC) is seeking a full-time, two-year postdoctoral research fellow who can begin work in August, 2010. OVERVIEW Founded in 1983, the Center is an academic institute at Notre Dame that fosters student and faculty engagement in relation to issues of social concern and justice. Each year, approximately 1,000 undergraduate students enroll in over 25 Center-facilitated courses built on community engagement. Students are placed at sites in the local community, across the United States, and internationally. To enhance such efforts across the University, the Center offers course-development grants, research awards, and consultation to faculty and graduate students in each College. The Center conducts research on the impact of such initiatives on students? personal, ethical, and professional development.* It is also interested in investigating the impact of such educational efforts in communities that receive Notre Dame students. The Center is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to further this research agenda in higher education. *http://socialconcerns.nd.edu/faculty/research/research.shtml RESPONSIBILITIES To strengthen the Center?s capacity to fulfill its research agenda. To make use of existing Center data and collect new data assessing the impact of its community-based learning efforts on students and/or in the local community. The fellow?s research will result in the publication of scholarly manuscripts and research articles. To offer one course each year that is consistent with the Center?s mission and builds on the Fellow?s area of expertise; for example, a course that helps students learn how to use research skills to assist a community organization, or one that examines the role of higher education in social change. To assist the Center with the development and writing of reports and the creation of instruments for the assessment of programs and student learning. The Center is developing university-wide assessment tools for undergraduate research and community-based research, to which the Fellow may contribute. REQUIREMENTS Strong research skills, quantitative methods preferred Record of publication Experience/interest in higher education, engaged pedagogies, and/or applied research Ph.D. in field consistent with research and teaching at the Center (e.g., anthropology, education, psychology, sociology, statistics). Degrees from interdisciplinary programs welcome. Salary: $35,000/year, plus benefits Review process will begin February 25th and continue until the position is filled. To ensure consideration, please send the following items electronically to Meredith Nelson at
: ? letter of interest describing experience, goals, and project interests ? curriculum vitae ? sample of work (scholarly publication or professional writing sample); you may also send a relevant course syllabus ? current contact information for three professional references The University of Notre Dame is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability or veteran status. Members of under-represented groups as well as women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Run Date: February 15, 2010 - April 15, 2010
Posted Date: February 15, 2010
Position Title: Assistant Professor of Sociology
Institution: University of San Diego
Department: Sociology
Contact: Human Resources
Phone: not listed
Address: University of San Diego
Job Description:
University of San Diego Department of Sociology Fall 2010 Candidate Search for Assistant Professor of Sociology University of San Diego: The Department of Sociology at the University of San Diego invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin Fall 2011. The department is seeking a Law and Society scholar to teach primarily, although not exclusively, in the Crime, Justice, Law and Society concentration within the Sociology major. The position requires 18 semester hours of undergraduate teaching per year as well as active advising and mentoring of undergraduate students. The University of San Diego embraces a ?teacher-scholar? model, and, therefore, only candidates with evidence of superior teaching and an active research agenda will be considered for the position. Service to the university, department, and broader San Diego community is expected of all tenure-track faculty. The University of San Diego is a Carnegie Doctoral/Research University, situated on Alcalá Park, a mesa located in the culturally vibrant Linda Vista community of San Diego and just fifteen miles from the U.S./Mexico border. An independent Catholic institution, the University of San Diego is committed to issues of social justice, human rights, and internationalization, led by its Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies, Center for Community Service-Learning, International Center, and Trans-Border Institute. Salary is competitive. The University of San Diego is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To apply for this position, please go to http://apptrkr.com/152329 and reference job number IRC1141. EOE jeid-5a34e0e62d13c62f7da2e9145e9c05ed
Run Date: July 12, 2010 - October 12, 2010
Posted Date: July 12, 2010
Position Title: Assistant Professor (criminology/criminal justice)
Institution: University of Tennessee
Department: Sociology
Contact: Dr. Lois Presser
E-mail: lpresser@utk.edu
Address:
Lois Presser, Ph.D.
Department of Sociology
901 McClung Tower
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN 37996-0490
Job Description:
CRIM POSITION FALL 2010
The Department of Sociology at the University of Tennessee - Knoxville invites applications for one tenure-track position at the level of Assistant Professor in the areas of criminology and criminal justice. We are particularly interested in candidates who can contribute to the Department’s strength in social justice (http://web.utk.edu/~utsocdep/) in affiliation with the new Center for the Study of Social Justice (http://cssj.utk.edu/) and whose research in criminology intersects with political economy/globalization and/or environmental sociology. Applicants must demonstrate promise of distinguished scholarship and excellent teaching, as well as a commitment to seeking external funding.
The Ph.D. in sociology, criminology, or other relevant field is required at the time of appointment. The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University. Review of applications will begin September 24, 2010. Position will remain open until filled. Please send letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, a research statement, and a teaching statement to Search Committee Chair Lois Presser via e-mail (lpresser@utk.edu) and/or surface mail (901 McClung Tower, Knoxville, TN 37996-0490).
The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.
Posted Date: August 11, 2010
Position Title: Department Head and Professor
Institution: Valdosta State University
Department: Sociology, Anthropology, & Criminal Justice with Marriage and Family Therapy
Contact: Dr. Robert Gannon
Phone: not listed
Address:
Dr. Robert L. Gannon, Chair Department Head Search Committee
College of Arts and Sciences
Valdosta State University
1500 N. Patterson St.
Valdosta, GA 31698
Job Description:
The Department of Sociology, Anthropology, Criminal Justice and Marriage and Family Therapy continues to accept applications for the position of Department Head. Candidates should have a research and teaching record meriting appointment at the rank of Professor (field open, but Ph.D. required) and evidence of academic leadership and administrative abilities. Teaching load is normally two courses per semester. Starting date is July 1, 2010. The department includes 22 tenure-track faculty, 550 undergraduate majors and 60 graduate students. It also provides service courses to over 1000 students. The new department head will be expected to provide the vision and leadership necessary for enhancing the national reputation of the programs and providing quality education for undergraduate and graduate students. For more information about the department and this position visit www.valdosta.edu/soc/. For information on the community visit http://www.valdostachamber.com/. Valdosta State University is a regional institution of over 12,000 students within the University System of Georgia. To apply send (1) letter of application, (2) current vita with contact information (including e-mail addresses) for three references, (3) copies of transcripts (official transcripts will be required of interviewees), and (4) completed VSU Faculty Application for Employment Form (http://www.valdosta.edu/academic/documents/Faculty_Employment_APP.pdf ) to: Dr. Robert L. Gannon, Chair Department Head Search Committee College of Arts and Sciences Valdosta State University 1500 N. Patterson St. Valdosta, GA 31698 Applications may be submitted electronically to rlgannon@valdosta.edu. Review of applications will begin January 15 and continue until an appointment is made. For a more detailed job description email rlgannon@valdosta.edu Valdosta State University is an Equal Opportunity educational institution and has a strong institutional commitment to diversity. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people, including, but not limited to, minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities. Valdosta State University has a non-discrimination policy that includes sex, race, color, sexual orientation, religion, age, marital status, national origin, disability, and veteran status.
Run Date: November 5, 2009 - February 5, 2010
Posted Date: November 5, 2009
Position Title: Assistant Professor
Institution: Western Washington University
Department: Sociology
Contact: Dr. Mick Cunningham
Phone: not listed
Address:
Department of Sociology
Western Washington University
516 High Street
Bellingham, WA 98225-9081
Job Description: The Department of Sociology invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level. We seek to hire a sociologist whose areas of expertise will address our current curricular needs in the areas of sociological theory and research methods. Applicants must be committed to teaching undergraduate courses in sociological theory and research methods. Candidates who meet these qualifications and also specialize in family and/or life course studies will be given preference in our review of applications. Successful candidates will demonstrate commitment to undergraduate instruction, including collaborative research with undergraduates. We are looking for evidence of an active research program, and seek applicants who are familiar with and sensitive to cultural diversity concerns. Pending budgetary approval, the successful candidate will join our faculty in September 2010. Western Washington University is located in Bellingham, WA (approximate population 75,000) located 60 miles south of Vancouver, British Columbia, and 90 miles north of Seattle. Approximately 14,000 students attend the University; about 94% of these students are undergraduates. For more information about our department, please visit our website: http://www.wwu.edu/depts/soc/. For more information about WWU, please see http://www.wwu.edu/. To apply, please send a letter of application, statement of teaching philosophy, sample syllabi and related teaching materials, teaching evaluations, vita, sample publications, and letters from three references (under separate cover) to Mick Cunningham, Chair, Search Committee, Department of Sociology, Western Washington University, 516 High Street, Bellingham, WA 98225-9081; FAX (360) 650-7295. Please request that your references specifically address your teaching and scholarship competencies. Applications (letter and curriculum vita) must also be submitted electronically: http://www.acadweb.wwu.edu/hr/Employment/InfoforApplicants/InformationForApplicants.shtml . Review of applications will begin on January 22, 2010. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications. Applicants should anticipate completion of or have been awarded the Ph.D. by the time of appointment. WWU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, persons with disabilities, Veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. All new employees must comply with the immunization policy and show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizen and Immigration Service before beginning work at WWU. A thorough background check will be conducted on all new hires. For disability accommodation, call (360) 650-3774. Contact E-mail: Mick.Cunningham@wwu.edu.
Run Date: November 23, 2009 - February 23, 2010
Posted Date: November 23, 2009