Willamette University, Sociology

Assistant Professor of Sociology

Assistant Professor of Sociology

Willamette University's Department of Sociology invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 2014.

We seek candidates who can demonstrate excellence in undergraduate teaching with broad teaching and research interests in the area of Social Theory (classical, modern, and postmodern), and who have significant secondary training in one or both of the following areas: Crime & Deviance, and/or Environmental Sociology, approached through a critical framework. Teaching responsibilities include five courses annually. The candidate will offer some courses in her/his areas of specialization along with providing support to the department's core curriculum and the general education program.

Ph.D. required. Advanced ABD will be considered, degree must be completed by August 2014.

To learn more about the department, faculty, staff and students visit www.willamette.edu/cla/sociology.

Application Deadline: Applicants will need to apply online. Application materials will be accepted until September 13, 2013. If you need assistance applying for this position, please contact Human Resources, human-resources@willamette.edu or 503.370.6210.

We will be conducting initial short interviews at the American Sociological Association's Annual Meeting through the Employment Service, Aug. 11-13th.

Founded in 1842, as the first University in the West, Willamette takes full advantage of its location in the heart of the Willamette Valley, in Salem, across the street from the state capitol, and a one-hour drive from Portland, Eugene, the Oregon Coast and the Cascade Mountains. The 72-acre campus consists of an undergraduate college of liberal arts together with professional schools in law and business management. To learn more about Willamette University, visit http://www.willamette.edu.  

Believing that diversity contributes to academic excellence and to rich and rewarding communities, Willamette is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty, staff and student body. We seek candidates, particularly those from historically underrepresented groups, whose work furthers diversity and who bring to campus varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds.

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