Visiting Assistant Professor, Sociology (non-Tenure Track) (FA24-013)

Mailing Address:
SIUE Office of Human Resources
Campus Box 1040
Edwardsville, IL 62026-1040

Phone:

Position Title
Visiting Assistant Professor, Sociology (non-Tenure Track)

Hiring Unit
College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Sociology

Job Description/Responsibilities

The Department of Sociology at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor (non-Tenure Track), renewable up to 3 years, starting in August 2024. The area of specialization is open. Preferred candidates will have an interest in teaching social statistics and at least one course in race-ethnicity, sustainability, and/or work. Faculty load includes a 4-3 teaching load of undergraduate and graduate courses as well as research and service.

The SIUE Sociology Department’s mission is to empower our diverse and intersectional community to develop, critically analyze, and apply our sociological imagination to serve the public good. Antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of SIUE and reflected in the institutional commitment to Inclusive Excellence. Candidates are expected to have competency in inclusion, equity, and intersectionality.

Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. in Sociology or closely related field; ABD candidates will be considered, but the doctoral degree is required by 15 August 2024. Prior teaching experience in sociology courses (traditional and online) is preferred. Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse members of the university community.

Terms of Appointment
Non-tenure-track visiting professor, nine-month contract

Source of Funds
State

Salary
Commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits package included. For more information about employment benefits and policies, visit: Faculty Employment Benefits

Application Process
Send the following materials:

1. a letter of application that outlines experience, competencies, and vision/plans across the following: a) teaching; b) research; and c) supporting anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion

Candidates who advance will be required to provide three letters of recommendation. Applications must be submitted electronically as a PDF to:

Questions about the position can be directed to:

Application Deadline
Application materials must be received by May 3rd 2024

SIUE is a state university - benefits under state sponsored plans may not be available to holders of F1 or J1 visas. Applicants will be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.