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GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY Assistant Professor of Sociology—Search #56659 |
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Department
of Sociology and Telephone:
912-478-5443 |
The Department of Sociology and Anthropology in the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences invites nominations and applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Sociology. Georgia Southern University (www.georgiasouthern.edu), a member institution of the University System of Georgia and a Carnegie Doctoral/Research University, is one of Georgia’s premier universities. A residential university serving 18,000 students in fall 2009, Georgia Southern is recognized for providing all of the benefits of a major university with the feeling of a much smaller college. Founded in 1906, the University offers more than 100 campus-based and online degree programs at the baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral levels through eight colleges. The nearly 700 acre park-like campus is located in Statesboro, a classic Main Street community near historic Savannah and Hilton Head Island. Within this setting, the Department of Sociology and Anthropology supports a culture of inclusion, involvement, interaction, and individual attention. Students gain a broad understanding of the origins as well as the meaning of physical and cultural diversity in the world -- past, present, and future. As such, our programs offer students the opportunity to understand world affairs and problems within the total context of the human experience. Specifically, the department offers: (1) students of all disciplines the opportunity to deepen and broaden their knowledge of humankind and of themselves; (2) a strong preparation for graduate study in sociology or anthropology; and (3) an academic and practical background for those who wish to apply the anthropological or sociological perspective in a wide range of professional careers, such as social services, applied social research, education, and archeology. Position Description. Reporting to the department chair, the assistant professor of sociology will be expected to teach introduction to sociology, introduction to social services, and social welfare policy and services. In addition, the successful candidate is expected to be an active member of the department and university community by serving on committees, advising students, and engaging in research. The position is a 9-month appointment, and the salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Screening of applications begins October 5, 2009, and
continues until the position is filled. Position starting date is August
1, 2010. A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications
cited above; a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers,
and email addresses of at least three professional references. Other documentation
may be requested. Georgia Southern University seeks to recruit individuals
who are committed to working in diverse academic and professional communities.
Position
2 Within this setting, the Department of Sociology and Anthropology is committed to excellence in teaching, service, and research and to preparing students for success in a global economy. The degree programs in sociology and anthropology are designed to foster intellectual development in logical thinking, literacy, numeracy, historical consciousness, scientific inquiry, diversity, and social values. Our programs provide a comparative and holistic approach to the study of the human experience. Specifically, the department offers: (1) students of all disciplines the opportunity to deepen and broaden their knowledge of humankind and of themselves; (2) a strong preparation for graduate study in sociology or anthropology; and (3) an academic and practical background for those who wish to apply the anthropological or sociological perspective in a wide range of professional careers, such as social services, applied social research, education, and archeology. Position Description. Reporting to the department chair, the assistant
professor of sociology will be expected to teach introduction to sociology,
undergraduate theory, and graduate theory. In addition, the successful
candidate is expected to be an active member of the department and university
community by serving on committees, advising students, and engaging in
research. The position is a 9-month appointment, and the salary is competitive
and commensurate with qualifications and experience. This is one of three
positions for which we are currently searching. Screening of applications begins October 20, 2009, and continues until
the position is filled. Position starting date is August 1, 2010. A complete
application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above;
a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email
addresses of at least three professional references. Other documentation
may be requested. Georgia Southern University seeks to recruit individuals
who are committed to working in diverse academic and professional communities.
Applications and nominations should be sent to: Position
3 Within this setting, the Department of Sociology and Anthropology is
committed to excellence in teaching, service, and research and to preparing
students for success in a global economy. The degree programs in sociology
and anthropology are designed to foster intellectual development in logical
thinking, literacy, numeracy, historical consciousness, scientific inquiry,
diversity, and social values. Our programs provide a comparative and holistic
approach to the study of the human experience. Specifically, the department
offers: (1) students of all disciplines the opportunity to deepen and
broaden their knowledge of humankind and of themselves; (2) a strong preparation
for graduate study in sociology or anthropology; and (3) an academic and
practical background for those who wish to apply the anthropological or
sociological perspective in a wide range of professional careers, such
as social services, applied social research, education, and archeology. Preferred Qualifications: Screening of applications begins October 20, 2009, and continues until
the position is filled. Position starting date is August 1, 2010. A complete
application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above;
a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email
addresses of at least three professional references. Other documentation
may be requested. Georgia Southern University seeks to recruit individuals
who are committed to working in diverse academic and professional communities.
Applications and nominations should be sent to: |
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Department
of Sociology and Anthropology,
Georgia Southern University. All Rights Reserved. Last Updated: September 17, 2009 |
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