Adjunct Faculty - Sociology

Job Description

Adjunct Faculty – Sociology

Agency: East Texas A&M University

Department: Sociology & Criminal Justice

Proposed Minimum Salary: Commensurate

Job Location: Commerce, Texas

Job Type: Faculty

During the application process the “My Experience” page has a section provided “Attachments (Resume/CV, References, Cover letter, etc.)” to upload required documents.

• Use the Upload button to add each document.
• You will be able to upload up to 5 documents. The maximum size for any one document is 5MB.
• All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered.
• Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration.
• Please do not withdraw your application in an attempt to upload a missing document; email HR for help.

• Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
• Transcripts (Unofficial transcripts accepted with application; official transcripts required upon acceptance of verbal offer).

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Adjunct Faculty refers to an educator hired to teach on a course-by-course basis throughout an academic year.

• Teach up to seven semester credit hours (up to two courses) within the required discipline of Sociology. Instruction may be delivered on-campus, off-campus, or online and may be during the day and/or evening as dictated by student demand and departmental needs.
• Develop and manage the class syllabus and ensure that the syllabus meets department and college standards.
• Plan and create lectures, in-class discussions, and assignments.
• Assess grades for students based on participation, performance in class, assignments, and examinations.
• Assist/mentor students as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Education: Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in the field is required to teach undergraduate courses OR a terminal degree in the field of study or closely related is required to teach graduate courses. Degree in Sociology is required.
• Experience: Demonstrated expertise in the subject area.
• Knowledge /
  
  Skills:
  
  Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability: Multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

• Candidates who hold current relevant professional credentials.
• College or University teaching experience.
• Evidence of teaching excellence.
• Prior relevant industry experience.
• Online or hybrid teaching experience.

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All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.