Assistant Professor of Sociology
Sam Houston State University

Job Info

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Position Title:

Assistant Professor of Sociology

Requisition:

202400140F

Rank:

Assistant Professor

FLSA status:

Exempt

Hiring Salary:

Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Position Type:

Full-Time Tenure Track

College:

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Department:

Dept of Sociology

Open Date:

11/07/2024

Quicklink:

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/40956

Contact Name:

Dr. Karen Douglas

Title:

Search Committee Chair
SHSU
Box 2446
Huntsville, TX 77341

Contact Phone:

(936) 294-1513

Contact Email:

kmd007@shsu.edu

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job:

The Department of Sociology at Sam Houston State University (SHSU) announces an opening for one nine-month tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin Fall 2025.

We seek candidates with expertise and teaching interest in either sociological theory (both classical and contemporary) or research methods, and a research specialization in either the environment or health. The successful candidate will also consistently teach undergraduate courses that satisfy the university's core curriculum requirements (i.e., Introduction to Sociology or Introduction to Ethnic Studies) in the fall/spring semesters as well as graduate courses, maintain an active research agenda, and provide service to the university and the discipline.

Educational Requirements for the Position:

A PhD in Sociology or a closely-related discipline must be completed by the time of appointment.

Experience Required for the Position:

Evidence of excellence (or the promise of excellence) in teaching effectiveness is required. Applicants must also have a research agenda leading to publications in refereed journals and the potential to acquire extramural funding.

Other Requirements for the Position:

The department offers undergraduate courses both in-person and online and the Masters of Arts program is completely online. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be expected to teach both in-person and online course. Faculty typically teach a 3-3 course schedule.

Sam Houston State University is the twelfth largest University in Texas, with over 21,000 students, and is currently ranked #14 in The Chronicle of Higher Education listing of Fastest Growing Colleges 2003-2013 report. More information can be found at https://www.shsu.edu/. Our main campus is located in Huntsville, Texas, an area characterized by a relatively low cost of living, great natural beauty, and access to nearby cities such as Houston, Dallas, The Woodlands, and Austin. More information can be found at http://www.chamber.huntsville.tx.us/

Special Instructions Summary:

SHSU is a student-centered, community engaged institution whose mission is to offer an accessible, quality higher education. Designated a Doctoral University - High Research Activity (R2), a Hispanic-Serving Institution, and "Community Engaged" by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education. SHSU has approximately 21,000 students, and about half of those students are first-generation. We are proud to have been named one of the top universities in Texas for social mobility by U.S. News & World Report two years in a row.

Applications must be complete and include a cover letter detailing the applicant's qualifications, relevant experience, and interest in the position. The application must also include a curriculum vitae, writing sample, teaching portfolio, unofficial university transcripts, and contact information for three professional references. For the teaching portfolio document, please upload a summarization of your teaching/TA experience; complete teaching portfolios will be requested after initial applicant screenings have taken place. References will not be contacted until the advanced stages of screening. Official university transcripts will be required before the date of hire. Salary is negotiable, based on experience.

Questions about the position should be directed to one of the co-chairs of the search committee: Dr. Karen Douglas (936-294-1513) KMD007@shsu.edu or Dr. Jeffrey Gardner (936-294-2373) jag175@shsu.edu.

Open Until Filled:

Yes

EEO Statement:

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.

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