Assistant Professor of Sociology

Position Information

Functional Title

Functional Title Assistant Professor of Sociology

University Overview

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Diversity Statement

The University supports a diverse and inclusive environment where students recognize and benefit from the life experiences and viewpoints of other students, faculty, and staff. Diversity is an active and intentional practice that supports difference and multiplicity to expand knowledge, educate capable citizens, develop the whole person, and serve our local and global communities. Promoting and sustaining diversity is a commitment to educational quality and the creation of positive, respectful learning communities.

Job Description Summary

The Department of Sociology and Anthropology at the University of La Verne invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Sociology with specialty in teaching or researching inequality among underrepresented groups. Candidates would be expected to teach courses such as Introduction to Sociology, Research Methods, Quantitative Methods, Gender Inequality, Race and Ethnicity, and Social Class and Inequality, in addition to special topics in their area of expertise.

In addition, candidates are expected to engage in research and provide departmental service, including advising majors and minors. We welcome candidates from underrepresented groups in college faculties.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in sociology from an accredited institution at the time of appointment (July 1, 2024) and have prior teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Consistent with the mission of the university and the department, the ideal candidate for this position should be a teacher-scholar who is a good departmental citizen and demonstrates a commitment to the principles of diversity, inclusion, and social justice. Candidates should demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and a commitment to working with diverse populations, including first generation and Latinx students.

Benefits Summary

Salary will be commensurate with experience and internal equity. Benefits include a comprehensive health and wellness plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse, and dependent children, a generous contribution to the University’s 403B retirement plan, and a generous time off plan.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a background check and employment verification.

Duties

Specific Duties

Teach courses on a 3-3 course load in the department using strategies that support the success of students from diverse populations.

Percentage Of Time

Specific Duties

Teach courses both in person and online.

Percentage Of Time

Specific Duties

Maintain an active research agenda in the candidate’s area of expertise that engages undergraduate students.

Percentage Of Time

Specific Duties

Mentor and advise students in the major and minor.

Percentage Of Time

Specific Duties

Participate in service to the department, the college, and the university.

Percentage Of Time

Minimum:

Minimum: $72,000

Maximum:

Maximum: $76,123