Lecturer in Sociology

The University of North Carolina Asheville Department of Sociology and Anthropology invites applications for a one-year Lecturer in Sociology to begin Fall 2022. The successful candidate will teach introductory and other courses in Sociology. Candidates with teaching experience in research methods are strongly encouraged to apply. Other areas of specialty are open. The successful candidate should possess a PhD in Sociology and ABDs will also be considered. The position requires teaching 3 in-person courses (12 contact hours) per semester.

UNC Asheville is a leading public liberal arts institution with a deep commitment to teaching and committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic and educational community, welcoming and supportive of faculty and staff from all racial, ethnic, economic, religious, gender, and gender-identity backgrounds. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds and interests align with this commitment. The successful candidate will be engaged a diverse community of learners, including first-generation college students and students from under-represented groups and/or under-resourced high schools, through varied, innovative, and student-focused pedagogies.

Applicants should submit the following electronically at https://jobs.unca.edu:

• Cover Letter addressing your interest in this position and why you are a fit for our institution, your teaching philosophy, and a description of your scholarly interests and the ways in which you engage or contribute to the evolution of your discipline.
• Curriculum Vitae
• Diversity Statement: 1-2 pages describing: (a) your experience in advancing diversity in teaching, scholarship and/or service; (b) examples of demonstrated leadership potential in the area of equity and inclusion; and (c ) our understanding of the importance of diversity and inclusion to the mission of a liberal arts university.
• References: Names and contact information for three references from whom we will request letters of reference to be sent separately; these references should address your written, verbal and interpersonal skills; ability to teach and mentor undergraduate students; and potential to develop and maintain a successful research program.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue through June 1st. Inquiries should be sent to Marcia Ghidina, Chair of the Search Committee, ghidina@unca.edu, Chair and Professor of Sociology and Anthropology.

UNC Asheville is committed to equality and diversity of experiences for our students, applicants and employees. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply regardless of socio-economic status, gender expression, gender and sexual identity, culture, and ideological beliefs. UNC Asheville is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will not discriminate against applicants and employees on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other legally protected status with respect to all terms, conditions, and privileges of university-sponsored activities, employment, and the use of university facilities.