Sociology, Full-time, Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor
- Employer
- University of Central Oklahoma
- Location
- Oklahoma, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- May 12, 2021
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Humanities, Other Humanities, Social & Behavioral Sciences, Anthropology & Archaeology, Criminal Justice & Criminology, Other Social & Behavioral Sciences, Sociology
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Job Details
The Department of Sociology, Gerontology, and Substance Abuse Studies seeks to appoint a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Sociology with specialization in Minority and Marginalized Populations and Theory. The Department of Sociology, Gerontology, and Substance Abuse Studies at the University of Central Oklahoma is committed to recruiting and maintaining a diverse faculty and to creating a welcoming environment for all.
Position Overview:
Teaches, advises and mentors students, evaluates student performance, and maintains department and student records in accordance with university policies. Adheres to the educational philosophy of the university. Works in a collaborative manner with colleagues and professional peers. Participates in university meetings that relate specifically to faculty. Serves on department, college, and university committees as requested. Prepares departmental reports as requested. Engages in teaching, service, and scholarly and/or creative activities as defined by the tenure and promotion policy in the UCO Employee and Faculty Handbook. Teaching, research, departmental/school and university service is expected. This position is full-time, tenure-track position.
College/Department Overview:
The College of Liberal Arts currently has 113 full-time and 152 part-time faculty in 8 academic departments. The College serves the University's Core Curriculum programs and enrolls more than 2,850 undergraduate students and more than 300 graduate students in 34 undergraduate and 17 graduate majors. For further information see our website at http://www.uco.edu/la.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Teach four courses (twelve hours) per semester, including undergraduate and cross-listed graduate sections in Sociology such as Theory, Cultural Anthropology, Contemporary Social Movements, courses related to social inequality, and other courses as assigned. Must be willing to teach in a variety of instructional formats (in-person, hybrid, and online) as needed and appropriate. Teaches, advises, and mentors students; engages in service on the department, college, and university levels; and maintains an active program of research, scholarly, and/or creative activity.
Qualifications
Required Documents:
Online faculty application with cover letter, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, an academic writing sample, a teaching portfolio (which includes a teaching Sociology statement, a list of courses taught, and two syllabi), and transcripts for all degrees received. Confidential letters of recommendation may be emailed to jobs.uco.edu.
Qualifications Required:
An earned doctorate degree in Sociology awarded by a regionally accredited or internationally recognized institution (exceptions require Academic Affairs approval).
Qualifications Preferred:
Previous experience in university teaching is preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills; be familiar with the use of online learning management systems, e.g., D2L, WebEx, ZOOM, etc.
Physical Demands:
Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Company
With strong connections throughout the Oklahoma City metro, the University of Central Oklahoma is dedicated to developing in students the confidence to succeed through transformative learning experiences. Central prides itself as a smart investment for success, preparing future leaders in an opportunity-rich environment, with access to more than 200 student organizations and the internship, employment, entertainment and cultural offerings of the rapidly growing Oklahoma City metropolitan area. Founded in 1890 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Central connects its nearly 14,000 students to unmatched value found in 118 undergraduate areas of study and 83 graduate programs from its main campus in Edmond and facilities throughout the metro area.
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