Visiting Assistant Professor - Redlands, United States - University of Redlands

Description

Visiting Assistant Professor (Sociology and Anthropology)
Job Category: Faculty
Requisition Number: VISIT001503

Posting Details

Full-Time
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University of Redlands
Redlands, CA 92374, USA
Job Details
Description
University of Redlands

Position: Visiting Assistant Professor

Department/School: Sociology and Anthropology, College of Arts and Sciences

Months: 9 months

Salary Range: $48,360

Available: Start date is open; beginning no later than August 2024.

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled.

Definition of Classification:

The Department of Sociology and Anthropology invites applicants for a Visiting Assistant Professor position in the sociology of youth. Specialization in one or more of the following subjects within youth studies is especially welcome: marginalized/disadvantaged youth, social psychology, identity, and digital youth culture. A strong track record of teaching and mentoring a diverse group of students is a must; experience teaching in highly interactive classroom settings is highly desirable. Ph.D. in sociology is required; advanced ABDs with exceptional qualities may be considered.

This position's standard teaching load is eight courses a year, including core courses in Sociology (e.g., introductory sociology; social issues; sociological theory) and several upper-division electives. Teaching load may be negotiated for candidates interested in engaging our students in community-based learning, collaborative community research, and internship courses.

The University of Redlands is an independent private university with strong roots in liberal education. The Department of Sociology and Anthropology contributes to the College of Arts and Sciences general education program and serves undergraduate majors, who take an interdisciplinary array of courses to receive a joint B.A. in Sociology and Anthropology. Experiential learning, collaborative learning, and faculty-student interaction are highly valued in this close-knit academic community.

Qualifications Guidelines

Any combination equivalent to, but not limited to, the following:

Experience/Training/Education:

Required

Doctorate degree in sociology.
Experience teaching and mentoring a diverse group of students.
Advanced ABDs with exceptional qualities may be considered.
A valid California Class C CA driver's license with a good driving record is required. Note: Note: Out-of-state licenses are valid until appointment. A valid California Class "C" driver's license must be obtained within ten (10) days of appointment (in accordance with CA Vehicle Code 12505c).
Desired

Experience teaching in highly interactive classroom settings.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

Working Conditions:

Standard classroom/office setting. Duties performed are primarily in a classroom/office environment while sitting at a desk or computer workstation or in meetings. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort.

Physical Demands:

Incumbents regularly sit for long periods; walk short distances on a regular basis; may travel to various locations to attend meetings and conduct work; use hands and fingers to operate an electronic keyboard or other office machines; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; stoop or kneel or crouch to file; speak clearly and distinctly to answer telephones and to provide information; see to read fine print and operate computer; hear and understand voices over telephone and in person; and lift, carry and/or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds.