Lecturer/Teaching Specialist, 2022/23
Company: University of Minnesota
Location: Minneapolis
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
Job ID347014
LocationTwin Cities
Job FamilyEducation-General
Full/Part TimePart-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Job Code9753
Employee ClassAcad Prof and Admin
About the Job
Duties and Responsibilities:
The University of Minnesota Department of Sociology is inviting
applications for part time, temporary teaching positions for
openings that may occur beginning fall 2022 through summer 2023, to
teach courses that cannot be staffed by regular faculty or advanced
graduate students.
Course topics may include but are not limited to:
Introduction to Sociology; Criminal Behavior & Social Control;
Social Theory; Race & Racism in the US; Soc Perspectives on Race,
Class and Gender; and Criminology.This does not constitute a
posting for vacancies, but establishes a pool of applicants should
openings occur during the 2022/2023 academic year. Applications
will not be acknowledged upon receipt and will only be reviewed
should openings occur. Appointments may be renewable based on need,
funding, and performance.Lecturers/Teaching Specialists will be
expected to teach undergraduate courses, hold office hours, and
advise students.
Qualifications
Applicants with a Ph.D. in Sociology or related field, or
substantial professional recognition in the field, and one (1) year
of college level teaching experience is required to be appointed as
Lecturer.
Applicants with a M.A. degree in Sociology or related field with
one (1) academic term (quarter or semester) of teaching experience
will be appointed as Teaching Specialist.
About the Department
Our community consists of 33 faculty, approximately 65 graduate
students, and over 500 undergraduate majors. Our research focuses
on four primary areas: Demography, Family & Life Course; Global,
Transnational, & Comparative Sociology; Inequalities & Culture; and
Law, Crime, Punishment & Human Rights. We are committed to engaged
scholarship and excellence in teaching. During our 100 plus year
history, we have established a tradition of internationalism,
interdisciplinarity, and civic-mindedness.The Department of
Sociology strives to provide a productive work environment for
women and men from varying racial, ethnic, social, and national
backgrounds. Applications from scholars of color are strongly
encouraged.To learn more about our department, please visit the
website at .
How To Apply
Applications will not be acknowledged upon receipt and will only be
reviewed should openings occur. Applications must be updated or
re-submitted for each academic year. Applications must be submitted
online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply
button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity
to complete an online application for the position and attach a
cover letter and resume. Please be sure to indicate which position
you are applying for - lecturer or teaching specialist.Additional
documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My
Job Applications" page and uploading documents there. This position
requires that you attach 1) a current curriculum vitae, and 2) the
names and contact information for three references. Additional
materials may be requested at a later date.*The application should
list content areas of expertise and address previous experience as
it relates to your interest in teaching specific sociology courses.
To reiterate, applications will be reviewed and considered as
needed for openings. Information for qualified persons will be kept
on file until summer 2023.Any questions regarding this posting
should be directed to Ann Miller, Assistant to the Chair, at
mille620@umn.edu.This position will remain open until filled.
Sociology will likely be hiring a couple of adjuncts to teach 1-2
courses this fall. Priority review will begin on May 15, 2022.
Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity
and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its
employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is
committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying
identities and backgrounds.The University of Minnesota provides
equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and
employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national
origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance
status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or
gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U:
http://diversity.umn.edu.
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful
completion of a background check. Our presumption is that
prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal
convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from
employment.
Please note: All employees at the University of Minnesota are
required to comply with the University's Administrative Policy:
COVID-19 Vaccination and Safety Protocol by either providing proof
of being fully vaccinated on their first day of employment, or
complete a request for an exemption for medical exemption or
religious reasons. To learn more please visit:
About the U of M
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)The University of
Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research
universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and
professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and
research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant,
diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in
Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with
world-renowned health centers, international corporations,
government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service
organizations.
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