Assistant Professor of Social Sciences

Position Details
Classification Information

Classification Description
FLSA Status	Exempt

Position Information

Position Title	Assistant Professor of Social Sciences
Position Number	320048
Department	College of Liberal Arts & Social Science
Job Description	The Department of Social Sciences at the University of the Virgin Islands invites applications for a full-time position in the Social Sciences at the rank of Assistant Professor to start in August 2022. Demonstrated success or evidence of potential to excel in teaching and advising undergraduates, ongoing scholarly productivity, and institutional and departmental service is required. Candidates will be expected to teach a multidisciplinary, Caribbean-focused introductory social science course that is part of UVI’s Freshman Year Program, and courses in their specialty area. Candidate will also supervise senior capstone and other independent student research projects as necessary.  Preference will be given to candidates whose teaching and scholarly interests are relevant to the Caribbean and/or research and teaching expertise related to Africana Studies and the Black Diaspora.    The University of the Virgin Islands is a Historically Black publicly supported land-grant institution. UVI is seeking faculty who will ensure high academic standards in a nurturing and learner-centered environment in keeping with our HBCU status through scholarly research and teaching excellence. Appointees must be able to work productively with colleagues and students of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds; serve on the University’s committees; and contribute to the implementation of the University’s Strategic Plan, Greatness Through Innovation.
Required Qualifications	An earned doctorate (Ph.D.) in a social science discipline is required. The area of specialization is open. Exceptional ABD candidates may also be considered, but a Ph.D. must be earned by time of appointment. Must possess a record of or potential for achievement in teaching, academic research and service.
Preferred Qualifications	Ph.D. Preferred
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