Teaching Assistant Professor - Sociology

Marquette University, United States

Updated: about 11 hours ago
Location: Milwaukee, WISCONSIN
Job Type: FullTime

Posting Details
Position Information


Posting Number 201103997
Position Title Teaching Assistant Professor - Sociology
State WI
Employment Status Full Time
Position Status Limited Term
If Limited Term (End Date of Assignment, Project, or Grant) 05/20/2024
Position Type Faculty
Job Family
Position Overview
The Department of Social and Cultural Sciences is hiring a Teaching Assistant Professor (non-tenure track) to teach undergraduate courses in sociology, including SOCI 1001 (Principles of Sociology), SOCI 3200 (Social Problems in Urban Society), and upper-division electives in their areas of expertise. We have needs for courses on Collective Behavior & Social Movements, Education, Global Migration, Popular Culture, and Sports but are open to all areas of focus. The position is for 9 months and begins in August 2024, with the possibility of reappointment for subsequent terms. Candidates from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. 
Duties and Responsibilities
Applicants will be fully responsible for course design, content, syllabus preparation, and delivery, grading exams and papers. Courses must be offered in person. Must maintain a minimum of three office hours per week. All full-time faculty are expected to attend faculty meetings.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Earned doctorate or a terminal degree. Five years of teaching experience or other suitable professional experience.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
A PhD in Sociology or related social science field is required by the time of appointment. ABDs with a clear timeline for completion before the start of employment will be considered. Demonstrated excellence in teaching.
Department Social & Cultural Science
Posting Date 04/01/2024
Closing Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
All applications for this position must be received through Marquette University’s electronic recruiting system. Candidates will be asked to submit a cover letter, CV, unofficial transcripts, and brief (approximately 1 page each) statements of teaching philosophy and demonstration of commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (“Other document 1” in the system). ABD candidates must provide a timetable for completion of PhD. (“Other document 2” in the system). Candidates who make it past the initial screening stage will be asked to submit 3 letters of recommendation electronically. The deadline for priority consideration is April 22nd, 2024.
EOE Statement
It is the policy of Marquette University to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or state-protected classification.

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