FYI
From: Edelmira Figueroa [mailto:edelmira.figueroa@sjsu.edu]
Sent: Thursday, November 29, 2012 11:56 AM
To: Edelmira Figueroa
Subject: Reminder: Position Announcement - Assistant Professor Ends on
December 3
Job Opening ID (JOID): 22444
Department of Sociology
College of Social Sciences, San José State University
Rank: Assistant Professor
Qualifications:
We seek to hire a faculty member whose specialization is in the area of
Quantitative Research Methods and Social Statistics with expertise in social
inequalities (race and class), sociology of education, or social justice
education. Experience with research approaches in an applied setting
(program evaluation, community development, participatory action, and
mixed-method research) desirable. Experience teaching to diverse students;
applicants should have awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals
of a multicultural student population through training, teaching, and other
comparable experience. Ph.D. in Sociology or related discipline at the time
of hiring.
Responsibilities:
Teaching and research in undergraduate research methods, social statistics,
and graduate methods and statistics, in addition to area of expertise; four
course per semester teaching load. Candidate must address the needs of a
diverse student population in terms of age, cultural background, ethnicity,
primary language and academic preparation, demonstrated through course
materials, teaching strategies, and advisement.
Salary Range: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Starting Date: August 19, 2013
Eligibility: Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to
work in the United States.
Application Procedures:
For full consideration send a letter of application, curriculum vitae,
statement of teaching interests/philosophy and research plans, and at least
three original letters of reference with contact information by December 3,
2012 to:
Chair, Search Committee,
Please include Job Opening ID
Department of Sociology
(JOID) on all correspondence.
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