Sociology - Assistant Professor of Instruction (Lecturer)

DescriptionThe Department of Sociology at The University of Texas at Austin invites applications for a position as Assistant Professor of Instruction. Initial appointment will begin September 1, 2022, but can also begin in January 2023. The contract is renewable yearly, but we seek candidates who aim to remain with our department for a multiyear term. This is a full-time, 9-month position that will consist of six undergraduate courses per academic year (three per semester) with a small amount of accompanying administrative and service duties to be determined based on department need. Candidates should be able to cover a wide array of undergraduate core courses in Sociology, including theory, research methods, and statistics. Flexibility in scheduling will also allow courses to be taught in the candidate's area of expertise. Salary is dependent upon qualifications but will be $45,000+.
QualificationsA Ph.D. in Sociology by the time of employment is required. Previous college-level teaching experience is required.
Application InstructionsInterested applicants are invited to submit, via Interfolio, a curriculum vitae, the names and contact information for three references, and teaching materials (sample syllabi, teaching philosophy, teaching evaluations) to: Professor Pam Paxton, Chair, Department of Sociology. The deadline for applications is April 22, 2022.
Equal Employment Opportunity StatementThe University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.