Assistant Professor Sociology
Assistant Professor Sociology
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Job Description
Job Title
Assistant Professor (Sociology)Agency
Prairie View A&M UniversityDepartment
Division of Social SciencesProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Prairie View TexasJob Type
FacultyJob Description
The Brailsford College of Arts and Sciences at Prairie View A&M University invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Sociology within the Division of Social Sciences. The Division seeks candidates who are committed to excellence in teaching research and service to the University.
Responsibilities:
Teaching Sociology courses.
Keeping records posting grades (midterm & final) submitting attendance reporting and mentoring/advising students.
Serve on Division College and University committees.
Attend Universitysponsored activities such as general student assembly student recruitment fairs graduation convocations and the like.
Engage in professional development activities.
Perform other duties as assigned by department head.
Required Education & Experience:
PhD in Sociology or closely related field. Applicants who are ABD will be considered but must possess PhD prior to the start of the appointment.
One 1 year of related experience teaching Sociology.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Word processing spreadsheet and database applications.
Admissions functions of higher education.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Defined research agenda.
Evidence of professional development activities.
More than two 2 years teaching experience at the University level.
Teaching experience at an HBCU.
Online teaching certification in Canvas or other LMS platforms
Job Posting Close Date:
4/21/2025
Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed belowin the attachment box labeled as either Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Application Submission Guidelines:
All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed HigherEdJobs etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via thePVAMUCareer site.
The required documents listed in the above Required Attachments section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above ator should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements:
All positions are securitysensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Employment Type
Full-Time
