Faculty of Social Sciences (Sociology) Assistant Professor

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The Department of Sociology invites applications from talented scholars for a tenure-track position in any of the Department’s four main areas of specialization: Health, Aging, and Society; Ecology, Global Issues, and Social Movements; Gender, Racialization, and Ethnicity; and the Sociology of Crime, Deviance, and Law, at the rank of Assistant Professor to commence on 1 July 2024. Preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated ability to teach courses in quantitative methods, and whose research agenda can broaden and enhance the department’s research capacity in one of the four areas above.

In accordance with the University's equity plan and pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights code, the selection will be limited to members of the following designated group: Black persons. Our search committee will review the pool of applicants from those who self-identify from this designated group. Candidates from this group must self-identify in their cover letter to be considered for this position.

The candidate's qualifications, experience and overall market demand will determine a candidate’s final salary offer. The salary for this position includes a competitive salary range of $97,459 - $120,390. UVic is committed to offering an equitable and competitive salary, inclusive of a generous benefits package, eligible leaves and pension plan.

Requirements

Qualified candidates will have a vibrant research program in any of the areas listed above, and an established scholarly publishing record commensurate with rank, which may include non-traditional forms of research-based publishing.

A track record of addressing equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism, and decolonization in the classroom and through research are assets for this position. The successful candidate will have the ability to work collaboratively in an academic unit.

Candidates are expected to hold a PhD in Sociology. However, candidates with a PhD in closely related disciplines will be considered if they have substantial background in sociology and the ability to teach sociology courses.

Additional information

The University of Victoria is consistently ranked in the top tier of Canada’s research-intensive universities. Vital impact drives the UVic sense of purpose. As an internationally renowned teaching and research hub, we tackle essential issues that matter to people, places and the planet. Situated in the Pacific Rim, our location breeds a profound passion for exploration. Defined by its edges, this extraordinary environment inspires us to defy boundaries, discover, and innovate in exciting ways. It’s different here, naturally and by design. We live, learn, work and explore on the edge of what’s next—for our planet and its peoples. Our commitment to research-inspired dynamic learning and vital impact make this Canada’s most extraordinary environment for discovery and innovation. Experience the edge of possibilities for yourself.

We acknowledge and respect the ləkʷəŋən peoples on whose traditional territory the university stands, and the Songhees, Esquimalt and WSÁNEĆ peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

The Department of Sociology is dedicated to advancing social justice and sociological knowledge through a broad range of methodological and theoretical perspectives. The department offers BA, MA, and PhD degrees. The department’s strategic plan calls for advancing research and teaching in four main areas of specialization: Health, Aging, and Society; Ecology, Global Issues, and Social Movements; Gender, Racialization, and Ethnicity; and the Sociology of Crime, Deviance, and Law. The department is strongly committed to both excellence and equity, and to increasing the diversity of approaches and perspectives in teaching and research.

Faculty and Librarians at the University of Victoria are governed by the provisions of the Collective Agreement . Members are represented by the University of Victoria Faculty Association .

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; in accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada are requested to self-identify themselves in their application.

Contact information

To be considered, please send a cover letter that addresses the full scope of the job requirements, along with your curriculum vitae, a statement of research agenda and appropriate evidence (2 or 3 publications or other examples of research work), evidence of teaching skills as relevant to the position (teaching statement, syllabi, and evaluation data for the past 2 – 3 years), and contact information for 3 references to [email protected] . Application packages must be received by 26 January 2024.

Any questions about the position or the department may be addressed to the Acting Chair, Dr. Bruce Ravelli at [email protected] .

Please note that reference and background checks, including credential and degree verification, may be undertaken as part of this recruitment process.

Application deadline
January 26, 2024
Equity statement

UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across levels of power. We actively encourage applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity, and in particular we are seeking for this Limited Hire search candidates who are Black.

Read our full equity statement here: www.uvic.ca/equitystatement .

The University acknowledges the potential impact that career interruptions can have on a candidate’s record of research achievement. We encourage applicants to explain in their application the impact that career interruptions have had on their record.

Persons with disabilities, who anticipate needing accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, may contact Faculty Relations and Academic Administration in the Office of the VP Academic and Provost at [email protected] . Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.