Assistant Professor Of Sociology

Job Details

Job Location: University of Lynchburg - Lynchburg, VA

Position Type: Faculty

Education Level: Graduate Degree

Job Shift: Full time

Description

The University of Lynchburg, a private regional university located in the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Central Virginia is seeking a full-timeAssistant Professor in the Department of Sociology and Human Services beginning in the 2024-2025 academic year. This is a two-year position with the possibility of conversion to tenure-track. The candidate should demonstrate exceptional potential as a teacher-scholar who can contribute to our undergraduate programs and complement existing departmental strengths.

Specific Job Duties:

Teaching responsibilities include some combination of the following regularly offered courses: Social Problems, Social Life in America, Sociology of Race and Ethnicity, The Individual in Society, Research Methods, and Marriage and Family. Candidates who can teach courses in the Human Services minor and/or are interested in developing a Sociology of Health course are also strongly encouraged to apply.

Benefits:

• Generous paid vacation, personal days, paid sick time and family leave, comprehensive insurance (medical, dental, vision, etc.) and retirement plans, flexible spending account, tuition remission, life and long-term disability insurance, and more. Learn more about employment benefits at the University of Lynchburg.

Teaching Load:

• The normal teaching load is 12 hours per semester, consisting of general education and upper-level courses.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods standing or sitting at a desk.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications/Education:

• A PhD in sociology, social work, or a related discipline by August 1, 2024.
• Candidates must demonstrate strong abilities in teaching, scholarship, and service.
• Previous teaching experience is desired.
• A primary interest in teaching and mentoring undergraduates at a liberal arts institution is required.

University's website:

• https://www.lynchburg.edu

Work Remotely:

• No

Candidates may show interest in this position by submitting to the Human Resources Jobs Page the following:

• A completed application
• A cover letter to include a statement of your Teaching Philosophy with a statement on your approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion in teaching.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) or resume
• Graduate and undergraduate transcripts (unofficial transcripts accepted; however, official transcripts are required upon an offer and acceptance of position)
• Names and contact information for three professional references
• Note: multiple documents may be uploaded to either the CV or Cover Letter button.

To ensure full consideration, completed applications must be received by January 31, 2024. Review of applications and materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Salary, rank, and tenure track status are commensurate with experience and educational credentials. The selected candidate must successfully complete a background check that is satisfactory to the University.

We seek candidates who are committed to the University of Lynchburg’s efforts to create an environment that fosters a student-centered environment, develops the breadth of knowledge associated with liberal education, respects and supports diversity, equity, and inclusion, values and celebrates diverse faith traditions, and sustains close working relationships among faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community partners.

The University of Lynchburg is committed to diversity within its community and welcomes applications from persons of color, women, Indigenous/aboriginal people of North America, persons with disabilities, the LGBTQIA+ community, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the University of Lynchburg community.

The University of Lynchburg is an equal opportunity employer.