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Position Title: Associate or Full Professor
Institution: Brandeis University
Department: Social and Political Consequences of Disease
Contact: Kristen Stevens
Phone: not provided
Address:
Heller School for Sociology and Management
MS 035, Brandeis University
Waltham, MA 02454-9110
Job Description:
The Heller School for Social Policy and Management of Brandeis University invites applications for a faculty position at the associate or full professor level (on a non-tenure basis). We are recruiting an individual who will focus on externally-funded research, teaching, policy analysis, best practices, and implementation related to the social and political consequences of disease (particularly HIV-AIDS) for families and communities in developing countries. The successful candidate is expected to have conducted research and education programs on these issues and to have at least five years of relevant field experience. We seek an established scholar with demonstrated experience in obtaining external funds for research support from the Federal government and foundations, participation in policy setting discussions in international forums, and evidence of excellent teaching. Eligible candidates should have a doctoral degree in the social sciences (political scientist, economist, or similar), and have substantial leadership experience in both research and educational programs. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, samples of recent scholarship, and the names of at least three referees. Applications will be reviewed as they arrive, with priority given to those received before June 1, 2008. Please send materials to Kristen Stevens, Program Administrator, Office of the Dean, Heller School for Social Policy and Management, MS 035, Brandeis University, Waltham MA 02454-9110.
Run Date: April 10, 2008 - June 1, 2008
Posted Date: April 10, 2008
Position Title: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor with specialization in Social Inequality. Secondary areas are open.
Institution: California State University, Los Angeles
Department: Sociology
Contact: Steven Gordon, Chair
Phone: not provided
Address:
Department of Sociology
California State University, Los Angeles
5151 State University Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90032-8228
Job Description:
STARTING DATE: September 2009. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. or ABD in Sociology or related social science field. A Ph.D. from an accredited institution of higher education is required for tenure. Candidates should provide a record of or potential for scholarly publication and activity in the field of social inequality, involving students whenever possible, as well as the demonstrated potential for effective teaching using a variety of methods. Candidates should also demonstrate an ability or interest in teaching in a multicultural, multiethnic campus. In addition to teaching, duties include student advising and committee service for the Department, College of Natural and Social Sciences, and University.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated potential for scholarly research and publication, research grant funding, academic advising, and committee service. THE UNIVERSITY: California State University, Los Angeles, a comprehensive urban university and one of 23 campuses that comprise the California State University system, offers programs in more than 50 academic and professional fields. The campus is located in eastern Los Angeles, adjacent to the San Gabriel Valley, with more than 22,000 full- and part-time students reflecting the rich ethnic diversity of the area. The University is committed to student-centered learning, free scholarly inquiry, and academic excellence. SALARY RANGE: Initial salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION: Please submit a letter of application, curriculum vita, official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and the University’s Application for Academic Employment form. http://www.calstatela.edu/univ/hrm/forms/appl_emp.xls Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States. APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 15, 2008. Address application with required documentation and requests for information to Steven Gordon, Chair.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / TITLE IX EMPLOYER: In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, Cal State LA is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live, work, and learn in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility, and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, marital status, pregnancy, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex or sexual orientation, gender identification, age, disability, disabled veteran, or Vietnam-era veteran status. Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (A) complete the employment process and (B) perform essential job functions when this does not cause undue hardship.
Run Date: August 25, 2008 - October 15, 2008
Posted Date: August 25, 2008
Position Title: Assistant Professor
Institution: Loyola Marymount University
Department: Sociology
Contact: Dr. Stacy Burns
Phone: (310) 338-2712
Address:
Loyola Marymount University
Department of Sociology
One LMU Drive University Hall, Suite 4341
Los Angeles, California 90045-2659
Job Description:
Loyola Marymount University. The Department of Sociology invites applications for a tenure-track position at the level of Assistant Professor, commencing August, 2009. Candidates for the position are expected to have completed the Ph.D. in sociology by that date. Areas of teaching responsibility will include medical sociology, preferably with an interest in global health care issues, especially that affect communities of color, the disabled, and other underserved communities. Preference will be given to persons who could also successfully teach contemporary theory. Candidates must have a demonstrated record of teaching, research, and publication in medical sociology. The teaching load is three courses each semester and will include introductory sociology courses. Reappointment, tenure, and promotion considerations will give special emphasis to teaching effectiveness, scholarly achievement, and service to the University. The Sociology Department currently includes nine faculty, with approximately 175 majors. LMU offers faculty housing assistance. Applicants should send: (1) a letter of application, (2) curriculum vitae (including email address), (3) academic transcripts, (4) three letters of recommendation, (5) evidence of teaching ability, research and publication, (6) and a statement regarding future research within the substantive areas noted above. Send these materials to Stacy Burns, Chair, Department of Sociology, One LMU Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90045-2659. To ensure full consideration completed applications must be received by December 1, 2008. Loyola Marymount University is located in a suburb on the west side of Los Angeles, overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The University emphasizes excellence in undergraduate education for a diverse student body and has a strong institutional commitment to values which promote intercultural understanding and social justice. Loyola Marymount University, a comprehensive university in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks professionally outstanding applicants who value its mission and Jesuit-Marymount heritage and share its commitment to academic excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity institution actively working to promote an intercultural learning community. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information or contact
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Run Date: June 29, 2008 - September 29, 2008
Posted Date: June 29, 2008
Position Title: Assistant Professor
Institution: Loyola Marymount University
Department: Sociology
Contact: Dr. Stacy Burns
Phone: (310) 338-2712
Address:
Loyola Marymount University
Department of Sociology
One LMU Drive University Hall, Suite 4341
Los Angeles, California 90045-2659
Job Description:
Loyola Marymount University. The Department of Sociology invites applications for a tenure-track position at the level of Assistant Professor, commencing August, 2009. Candidates for the position are expected to have completed the Ph.D. in sociology by that date. Areas of teaching responsibility will include environmental sociology, especially with a focus on globalization, global issues, urban issues and/or environmental justice. Candidates must have a demonstrated record of teaching, research and publication in environmental sociology. The teaching load is three courses each semester and will include introductory sociology courses. Reappointment, tenure, and promotion considerations will give special emphasis to teaching effectiveness, scholarly achievement, and service to the University. The Sociology Department currently includes nine faculty, with approximately 175 majors. LMU offers faculty housing assistance. Applicants should send: (1) a letter of application, (2) curriculum vitae (including email address), (3) academic transcripts, (4) three letters of recommendation, (5) evidence of teaching ability, research and publication, (6) and a statement regarding future research within the substantive areas noted above. Send these materials to Stacy Burns, Chair, Department of Sociology, One LMU Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90045-2659. To ensure full consideration completed applications must be received by December 1, 2008. Loyola Marymount University is located in a suburb on the west side of Los Angeles, overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The University emphasizes excellence in undergraduate education for a diverse student body and has a strong institutional commitment to values which promote intercultural understanding and social justice. Loyola Marymount University, a comprehensive university in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks professionally outstanding applicants who value its mission and Jesuit-Marymount heritage and share its commitment to academic excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity institution actively working to promote an intercultural learning community. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information or contact
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Run Date: June 29, 2008 - September 29, 2008
Posted Date: June 29, 2008
Position Title: Assistant Professor
Institution: Marquette University
Department: Social & Cultural Sciences
Contact Name: Richard Jones, chair
Phone: 414-288-3436
Address:
340 Lalumiere Hall
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Job Description:
MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY ASSISTANT PROFESSOR SOCIAL WELFARE AND JUSTICE The Department of Social and Cultural Sciences invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August 2009. Applicants should be prepared to teach primarily in the Social Welfare and Justice Major. Research specializations are open. Candidates must be willing and able to teach two of the following courses: Advocacy and Social Change: Theory and Practice, Human Behavior in the Social Environment, Social Welfare Policy and Programs. Applicants should demonstrate excellence in teaching, evidence of scholarly productivity, and a coherent research agenda. Special consideration will be given to applicants with academic experiences and interests in culturally diverse groups. Ph.D. in a social science is preferred, but ABD will be considered. MSW or equivalent is required. The Department of Social and Cultural Sciences offers undergraduate majors in Anthropology, Criminology and Law Studies, Social Welfare and Justice, and Sociology. Faculty members conduct research on race, immigration, therapy, family, human service organizations, and prisoner re-entry, among other areas. The department is committed to excellence in both teaching and scholarship. Please visit the department web site: http://www.marquette.edu/socs/ . Marquette University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. Members of racial/ethnic minorities and women are strongly encouraged to apply. The campus is located near downtown Milwaukee in a racially diverse area with convenient access to national, state, and local government agencies, and many private institutions and non-profit organizations. Review of candidates will begin on September 15, 2008. All applications for this position must be received through Marquette University’s electronic recruiting system. Candidates should attach to the application a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and a brief statement including a research plan and a statement of how the candidate might contribute to the various departmental majors. https://careers.marquette.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=51663 Additionally, candidates should also submit directly to the department evidence of teaching effectiveness, writing samples, and three letters of reference. ABD candidates please provide a timetable for completion of the Ph.D. Please send materials to the following address: Social Welfare and Justice Search Committee Department of Social and Cultural Sciences Marquette University P.O. Box 1881 Milwaukee, WI 53201-1881. For more information, e-mail
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Run Date: June 18, 2008 - October 18, 2008
Posted Date: June 18, 2008
Position Title: FACULTY POSITION
Institution: Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve
Department: COMMUNITY AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
Contact: Grover C. Gilmore, Ph.D.
Phone: not provided
Address:
The Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences
Case Western Reserve University
10900 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, OH 44106-7164
Job Description:
The Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University invites applications and nominations for a tenure-track faculty position in Community and Social Development. Applicants should have a demonstrated commitment to social and economic justice and at-risk, vulnerable populations. Applicants must have an earned doctorate in social work, development studies, urban planning, public policy, economics, public health, sociology or a related field. A Master's degree in social work is preferred, though not required. A scholarly and academic record for an appointment on the tenure-track is required. Appointment will be at a rank commensurate with experience. Successful candidates will have the capacity to continue a program of research and scholarship. Candidates with international experience are preferred. Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply. The Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences enrolls approximately 350 Master's degree students in social work and 60 Ph.D. students in social welfare. Future strategic directions include significantly increasing the number of students with an interest in the fields of community and social development. Using an innovative curriculum and assessment approach, the Master's program helps students develop the abilities they need for innovative, interdisciplinary, community-based practice. The doctoral program in social welfare, one of the first in the country, typically accepts between 9-12 students per year and has both a summer study and full-time program. The School maintains strong ties with the practice community and has externally funded research and training programs in community and social development, mental health and substance abuse, poverty and its related consequences, child welfare, school social work, and aging. In the area of Community Development, the School has external funding for fellowships for Students of Color with leadership potential in the field. Collaborative ventures are encouraged and supported. Application should include (1) a letter describing the applicant's research and teaching interests, (2) a curriculum vitae, and (3) samples of written work. Send applications to: Grover C. Gilmore, Ph.D., Dean and Professor, The Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, Case Western Reserve University , 10900 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44106-7164. Inquiries about the position are welcomed at email address:
Run Date: April 10, 2008 - June 1, 2008
Posted Date: April 10, 2008
Position Title: Assistant Professor, Sociology/Gerontology
Institution: Minnesota State University, Mankato
Department: Sociology & Corrections
Contact: Leah Rogne, Ph.D.
Phone: 507-389-5610
Address:
113 Armstrong Hall
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN 56001
Job Description:
DATE OF NOTICE: July 3, 2008 POSITION: Sociology/Gerontology, Assistant Professor (tenure track) DATE OF APPOINTMENT: August 17, 2009 PRF #10005 APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin September 30, 2008 and continue until position is filled. SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with rank and experience. RESPONSIBILITIES: The successful applicant will work in the undergraduate and graduate programs in Sociology and Gerontology. Teaching areas include aging and applied sociology. The candidate will direct the University’s multidisciplinary gerontology program and its Center on Aging. Additional responsibilities include research, continuing professional preparation, contributions to student growth, and service to the university and community. QUALIFICATIONS: • Ph.D. in Sociology; ABD will be considered. Successful ABD applicant will be required to complete Ph.D. by August 17, 2009. • Specialization in aging. • Demonstrated potential for successful grant writing and program development. • Demonstrated effective communication and leadership skills. • Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching, scholarly research, contributions to student growth, service to the university and community, and continuing professional preparation. • Ability to bring diversity to the department, the college and university. OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: • Ability to facilitate quantitative research is desirable. RELATED INFORMATION: The Department of Sociology and Corrections is comprised of 18 full-time, tenure-track faculty. The Gerontology Program, housed administratively in the Sociology and Corrections Department, includes 14 faculty from ten different departments. We invite you to visit the department and program web sites at: http://sbs.mnsu.edu/soccorr/ and http://sbs.mnsu.edu/gerontology/. Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at: http://www.mnsu.edu. Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at: http://www.hr.mnscu.edu/contract_plans/ifo0709.pdf. TO APPLY: Send a statement of interest including information on how you value and can contribute to the diversity of our campus, curriculum vitae (including names and telephone numbers of three references), completed Application for Employment form (see: http://www.mnsu.edu/humanres/forms/unclassapp.pdf), unofficial transcripts and, if available, teaching evaluations and examples of scholarly work. An official or certified copy of transcript for the highest completed degree will be required prior to any interview as a finalist for this position. Name: Drs. Leah Rogne and Steve Vassar Phone: (507) 389-5610; (507) 389-5607 Department of Sociology and Corrections TTY: (800) 627-3529 or 711 Minnesota State University, Mankato FAX: (507) 389-5615 113 Armstrong Hall, Mankato, MN 56001 E-mail:
Run Date: July 23, 2008 – October 23, 2008
Posted Date: July 23, 2008
Position Title: Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice
Institution: Trinity (Washington) University
Department: College of Arts and Sciences
Contact: Office of Human Resources
Phone: not listed
Address:
Trinity (Washington) University
125 Michigan Avenue
NE Washington, DC 20017
Job Description:
Trinity (Washington) University, a comprehensive university in the nation’s capital, seeks candidates for a tenure-track in Criminal Justice at the Assistant Professor level. The successful candidate will help to build a program at Trinity that focuses on the spectrum of criminal justice issues. Teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate courses in Trinity’s College of Arts and Sciences on a range of topics, including law enforcement and security, court systems, corrections, criminal and juvenile law and procedure, the role of women and minorities in the criminal justice system, constitutional issues, investigations and intelligence gathering including forensics, and federal, state and local jurisdictional issues, including white-collar crime. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong track record of teaching in a university setting. Candidates must present an earned doctorate in a relevant field: a Ph.D. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or related field. A J.D. with practice in criminal law will also be considered. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please send a letter of application, resume/curriculum vitae, official transcripts for all degrees earned, sample course syllabi and other evidence of teaching effectiveness (including student evaluations), and contact information for three professional references to: Professor of Criminal Justice Search Office of Human Resources Trinity (Washington) University 125 Michigan Avenue, NE Washington, DC 20017 Or send all requirements by email to
Or fax to (202) 884-9123 Trinity Washington University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Access/Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its students, faculty and staff. Trinity is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community and strongly encourages all qualified individuals to apply.
Run Date: April 10, 2008 - June 1, 2008
Posted Date: April 10, 2008
Position Title: Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice
Institution: Trinity (Washington) University
Department: School of Professional Studies
Contact: Trinity Office of Human Resources
Phone: not listed
Address:
Trinity Office of Human Resources
125 Michigan Avenue NE
Washington, DC 20017
Job Description:
Trinity (Washington) University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice within the coeducational School of Professional Studies (SPS), which offers innovative programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels designed for adult learners. The successful applicant will teach courses in the Criminal Justice programs and ensure currency of the Criminal Justice curriculum; assist in promoting the Criminal Justice degree programs and in recruitment efforts; collaborate with adjunct faculty; and establish connections and partnerships with local law enforcement and other participants in the criminal justice system. Applicants for this position will hold a doctorate in Criminal Justice or a closely-related field, have extensive practical work experience in the criminal justice system, and have at least two years of teaching experience in higher education, preferably with part-time, adult learners. Experience with curriculum design and delivery strongly preferred; experience in online teaching desirable. Preference will be given to the candidate who can demonstrate excellence in teaching and potential for scholarly and service contributions. To apply for this full-time, twelve-month, contract renewable position, please submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae and three professional references to: SPS Criminal Justice Assistant Professor Search Trinity (Washington) University Office of Human Resources 125 Michigan Avenue, NE Washington, DC 20017 or email to
or fax to (202)884-9123. Review of applications will continue until an appointment is made. Trinity Washington University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Access/Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its students, faculty and staff. Trinity is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community and strongly encourages all qualified individuals to apply. Trinity Office of Human Resources, 125 Michigan Avenue NE, Washington, DC 20017
Fax: (202) 884-9123
Run Date: April 10, 2008 - June 1, 2008
Posted Date: April 10, 2008
Position Title: Project Director
Institution: University of Houston
Department: Office for Drug and Social Policy Research
Contact: Avelardo Valdez, Ph.D.
Contact Phone: not listed
Address:
University of Houston Office for Drug and Social Policy Research
237 Social Work Bldg
Houston, TX 77204
Job Description:
The University of Houston, Office for Drug and Social Policy Research seeks a Project Director to work on a project entitled “University of Houston Drug Abuse Research Development Program (UHDARDP)”. The aim of the UHDARDP is to develop an institutional infrastructure at the UH to conduct drug research Through the development ofdistinct mechanisms, the UHDARDP will enhance drug research skills among faculty and minority graduate students with an emphasis on the health, social, and pharmacological consequences of drug abuse (injecting heroin use) among aging minority (Mexican American) populations. Under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator, the candidate will serve as Research Associate and will coordinate and implement the core research activities associated with the UHDARDP. Specifically, responsibilities include: • Supervising staff project personnel and student research assistants (undergraduate and graduate level); • Overseeing and managing all tasks associated with the administrative infrastructure component of the project including logistical tasks associated with scheduling meetings with the distinct advisory board members, consultants and scientific researchers, and maintaining all project related documentation; • Overseeing the implementation and logistics of the distinct mechanisms associated with the faculty and student development plans (small grant, dissemination, fellowships, workshops, peer review, special topics courses and internships); • Assisting the Ph.D. level project directors associated with each of the three UHDARDP’s research projects by monitoring all specific aims are being met in a timely manner; • Assisting project directors with the development and implementation of questionnaires and the preparation and maintaining of human subjects protocols with the Institutional Review Board and other federal research policies and procedures; • Assisting in project data collection and management, statistical analyses (multivariate) and preparation of reports and peer reviewed manuscripts; • Overseeing, maintaining and undertaking statistical analyses of all project evaluation documentation Assist in making contributions to publications, analyses, and grant preparations. The candidate will supervise and perform a wide array of tasks that require ingenuity, resourcefulness, and flexibility. The person must competent in quantitative statistical analyses using SPSS or SAS (i.e. multivariate logistic regressions), be familiar with survey methodologies in the social sciences, have experience with analyzing large data sets, have an interest and familiarity in epidemiology, substance use and/or medical sociology and be highly motivated, with the ability to work closely with others while also taking the initiative as needed. Requirements: Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Sociology or a relevant field, and two years of comparable research experience. The position will be based in Houston, TX. The University of Houston is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans, and
Run Date: April 10, 2008 - June 1, 2008
Posted Date: April 10, 2008
Position Title: Assistant Professor
Institution: WELLS COLLEGE
Department: Sociology
Contact: Dean of the College
Phone: not listed
Address:
Wells College
Aurora, NY 13026
Job Description:
WELLS COLLEGE seeks applicants for a tenure track assistant professor position in sociology. Teaching responsibilities include three courses per semester in a combined sociology/anthropology major. We are seeking candidates with expertise and teaching experience in methods and/or theory. Expertise in other areas of sociology are also required, but are open. These areas might include communications, social psychology, development, gender, religion, economic or political sociology. Ph.D. preferred. Submit letter of application, CV, writing sample, statement of teaching philosophy and three recommendations to: Sociology Search c/o Dean of the College Wells College Aurora, NY 13026 . We will be interviewing at ASA. No electronic applications accepted. Wells College seeks to promote diversity in all of its faculty hires; under-represented populations are strongly encouraged to apply. EOE.
Run Date: April 10, 2008 - June 1, 2008
Posted Date: April 10, 2008