Tenure-track position in Sociology at the rank of Assistant Professor
Department of Sociology, St. John Fisher College
Rochester, NY, USA
Applications: March 19, 2010
St. John Fisher College. The Department of Sociology invites applications for a tenure-track position in Sociology at the rank of Assistant Professor. Candidates are expected to have their PhD by the time of appointment. We seek candidates who can specifically contribute with a critical perspective to Sociology of Health and to the Sociology of Aging and the Life Course, with particular emphasis on diverse communities. Candidates will also be expected to contribute to departmental teaching in general, including Introductory Sociology and Sociology of the Family.
In addition, candidates will be preferred who can contribute to the department’s graduate program in international studies. Teaching experience in a variety of areas preferred. Applicants should demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching in a liberal arts environment and to an active scholarly agenda. The teaching load is nine hours per semester. Women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply.
To receive full consideration, applicants are asked to electronically submit a curriculum vitae, a letter describing their qualifications and interest in this position and statements of their teaching philosophy and research interests to: https://jobs.sjfc.edu. This position is subject to the approval of the 2010-2011 budget.
Additional information including a sample of written work, academic transcripts, a sample syllabus, teaching evaluations (if available), and three academic letters of recommendation may be sent to:
Dr. David Baronov, Chair
Sociology Department, St. John Fisher College
3690 East Ave, Rochester NY 14618, USA.
For full consideration all requested materials must be received by March 19, 2010. The appointment begins September 1, 2010. St. John Fisher College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively seeks to increase the diversity of its employee and student community.
