Assistant Professor of Sociology

University of North Texas - Dallas
United States, Texas, Dallas
7300 University Hills Boulevard (Show on map)
Feb 20, 2025
Title: Assistant Professor of Sociology Employee Classification: Asst Professor Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas Division: DAL-Academic Aff & Stdnt Success SubDivision-Department: DAL-School of Lib Arts & Sciences Department: DAL-Criminal Justice & Sociology-514100 Job Location: Dallas Salary: $60,000 FTE: 1.000000 Retirement Eligibility: About Us - Values Overview: Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. 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Position Overview The University of North Texas at Dallas invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Sociology, beginning Fall 2025. We seek an energetic, innovative, and student-centric educator with a strong teacher-scholar orientation. The area of specialization is open, as the teaching responsibilities will encompass a broad range of undergraduate and graduate courses. The candidate will also be expected to pursue an active research agenda that engages undergraduate students, results in academic presentations and publications, and contributes to advancing the department and the university. Minimum Qualifications Candidates will hold a Ph.D. in sociology or a related field by the time of appointment. They should also have an active research agenda in sociology, and the ability to teach and mentor students at the undergraduate level. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities RESPONSIBILITIES: Expectations for tenure-track Assistant Professors at UNT-Dallas include excellent teaching, research, and service. Teaching duties include a load of four courses per academic semester at the introductory, advanced undergraduate, and graduate levels in a combination of face-to-face and online courses. The successful candidate will also maintain an active research agenda, mentor students, and provide service to the department, university, and community. Preferred Qualifications * Experience working with first-generation college students * Experience teaching core Sociology courses at the collegiate level * Demonstrated commitment to teaching with an emphasis on promoting the success of undergraduate students * Evidence or demonstrated potential for excellence in scholarship * Experience in curriculum development and developing interdisciplinary degree programs * Experience in developing and implementing service learning and experiential learning in curricular and co-curricular settings * Experience developing and teaching online courses * Ability to support the Master of Criminal Justice Graduate program * An interest in justice and/or community-based mental health policy Required License/Registration/Certifications Job Duties: Work Schedule: According to academic schedule Driving University Vehicle: No Security Sensitive: This is a Security Sensitive Position. Special Instructions: Submit CV; a cover letter outlining the applicant's interest, qualifications, teaching, and research experience relevant to the position; contact information for at least three professional references; and unofficial graduate transcripts. Questions can be directed to Dr. Roberto Gallardo at roberto.gallardo@untdallas.edu. Zoom interviews of semi-finalists may be conducted. Finalists will be required to present a job talk and teaching demonstration on campus. For best consideration, applications should be received by February 21, 2025. Position will remain open until filled. Benefits: For information regarding our Benefits, click here. 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