Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Sociology-University Of Northern Colorado
COMPENSATION RANGE: 59,500.00 – 62,500.00 USD per year
TARGET HIRE DATE: 8/18/2025
BENEFITS: UNC’s Career Hub
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 10/14/2024
Position Summary:
Assistant Professor, tenure-track, 9-month appointment. Undergraduate and M.A. teaching and advising (teaching load is 3-3), scholarly activity and service. The Sociology department is seeking someone qualified and interested to teach quantitative methods.
Minimum Qualifications:
This position requires a Doctorate in Sociology, Ethnic/Racial Studies or equivalent. ABDs will be considered; doctorate must be received by August 2025. The successful candidate will demonstrate potential for teaching excellence in traditional and online settings, scholarly activity, and serving the profession. Teaching responsibilities include courses in sociological research methods, race and ethnicity, inequality, and applied sociological practice.
Preferred Requirements:
Strong preference for candidates with quantitative social science research training.
Contact and Application Deadline:
Screening of applications will begin on October 14, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Interested persons should apply online at https://unco.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home?c=unco and select “View/Apply for Faculty Positions” then choose “Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Sociology.” To apply, complete the online application and attach a current CV, a cover letter, a statement of teaching philosophy, and unofficial transcripts (finalists will be asked for official transcripts) for all college degree work. Three letters of reference must be sent from the reference’s email to sociology@unco.edu, or by mail to Sociology Campus Box 142, 501 20th Street, Greeley, CO 80639.
Benefits:
Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed at 0.5 FTE or above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.
About UNC
The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC’s commitment to education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational force for our students. According to CollegeNet’s Social Mobility Index, UNC ranked #1 in social mobility (2022). UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC’s Career Hub,to learn more about UNC’s strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears!
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AAEO Employer
The University of Northern Colorado is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer that is committed to a culturally diverse staff, faculty, and student body.
The University will not engage in unlawful discrimination in employment or educational services against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Veteran status and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is the University’s policy to prohibit discrimination in employment or educational services on the basis of sexual orientation or political affiliation. The University will likewise take affirmative action to ensure that student applicants and enrolled students are treated during the enrollment at the University without regard to race, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability or veteran status. Such affirmative action shall include, but not be limited to the following: employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff, retirement, or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship. Furthermore, the University will post in conspicuous places, notice setting forth the provisions of this University’s Equal Opportunity Policy.
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Background Check
Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.
This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.
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| Position closing date. * | Monday, October 14, 2024 |
|---|---|
| Advertising contact * | Felicity Roberts |
| Email * | felicity.roberts@unco.edu |
| Phone Number * | (970) 351-1569 |
| Institution/University * | University Of Northern Colorado |
| Position Title * | Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Sociology |
| Hiring department or institution * | Sociology Department |