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    Assistant Professor Tenure-Track of Sociology - Fort Worth, United States - Tarleton State University

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    Job Title

    Assistant Professor Tenure-Track of Sociology - Fort Worth

    Agency

    Tarleton State University

    Department

    Sociology

    Proposed Minimum Salary

    Commensurate

    Job Location

    Fort Worth, Texas

    Job Type

    Faculty

    Job Description

    Housed in the College of Education's School of Behavioral Sciences, the Division of Sociology ) is actively seeking exceptionally qualified applicants for the position of Assistant Professor, Tenure Track.

    This is a 9-month tenure-track position located on Tarleton's Fort Worth, Texas campus. Summer appointment is dependent upon need and funding availability.


    Work hours:
    Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work and teaching requirements indicate. May be required to teach at other campuses or online at the institution's discretion.

    The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching, maintain an impactful research program, mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and participate in the necessary operation of the institution.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

    60% or 40% Teaching and Service:

    • Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or laboratory offerings to undergraduate and/or graduate students, which may include general education core curriculum.
    • Depending on program needs, the load could be 3/3 or 2/2.
    • Develop course syllabi, select instructional materials, and design assessments such as exams, quizzes, papers, etc.
    • Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and evaluate student learning outcomes to inform teaching practices and curriculum improvements.
    • Engage students in active learning, foster critical thinking skills, and provide opportunities for discussion, collaboration, and hands-on learning.
    • Provide academic support and guidance to students through office hours, feedback on assignments, and mentoring.
    • Adhere to university policies, academic integrity standards, and accreditation requirements related to teaching responsibilities.
    • Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technologies, and pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning and engagement.
    • Engage in ongoing professional development activities to stay current in the field, improve teaching skills, and explore new instructional strategies.
    • Collaborate with colleagues, departmental faculty, and university staff to coordinate course offerings, share resources, and contribute to program development and improvement.
    • Participate in institutional service roles including but not limited to, college committees, advisory committees, student/faculty recruitment, and mentoring of new and part-time faculty.

    40% or 60% Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity:

    • Maintain an active agenda for research, scholarship, or creative activity appropriate to the applicant's academic discipline.
    • Make original contributions to the advancement of knowledge/creative expression in the applicant's discipline through scholarly publication, presentation, or exhibition.
    • Demonstrate potential for external funding, national impact, or professional recognition.
    • Depending on the program's needs to fulfill teaching requirements, the research expectation could vary during the first year of appointment.

    Minimum Requirements:

    • Earned doctorate/terminal degree in the teaching discipline from an accredited university.
    • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :Knowledge and understanding of disciplinary subject matter at a level adequate for graduate-level instruction; written and oral communication skills sufficient to conduct effective teaching and research activities; ability to interact with students, staff, and faculty in a professional, collegial, and collaborative manner.


    Employment applications must include (required):

    • Completed online application
    • Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications
    • Curriculum Vitae or Resume
    • At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information, and
    • Unofficial transcripts
    Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. "See resume" is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

    Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

    Official transcripts must be received directly from each degree‐granting institution prior to a letter of appointment being issued.

    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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

    Founded in 1899, Tarleton State University a founding member of The Texas A&M University System, has a rich history and tradition through generations that have inspired educational excellence.

    Tarleton maintains a commitment to transformational student experiences and career readiness supported by engaged faculty, staff, and alumni mentors.

    Tarleton State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), earned the prestigious designation of Doctoral Universities:

    High Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, and is a member of the NCAA Division I, Western Athletic Conference.

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    Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action/ Veterans/ Disability Employer. If you have questions about submitting your application, please contact .


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