Sociology- Assistant Professor of Sociology (Applied Research Methods, Statistics and Data Analysis)
Recruitment # |
1067 |
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Position |
Assistant Professor in Sociology (Applied Research Methods, Statistics, and Data Analysis) |
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Effective Date |
August 19, 2013 (Fall semester) |
Salary Range |
Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience |
Minimum Qualifications
- Ph.D. by time of appointment in Sociology (or related discipline with graduate training in Sociology from an accredited university)
- Demonstrated academic expertise in the areas of Applied Research Methods, Statistics, and Data Analysis
- Identified secondary areas of expertise
- Demonstrated potential for successful college level teaching
- Potential for research in areas consistent with core department curriculum
- Commitment to and/or expertise in educating a diverse student population
Desired/Preferred Qualifications
- Evidence of scholarship and successful teaching in the following areas: Applied Research Methods, Mixed Methods, Statistics, and Data Analysis
- Demonstrated ability to contribute to core department curriculum .
- Demonstrated ability to communicate applied research findings to relevant stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to conduct research and supervise student research in one or more of the core areas of the department
- Demonstrated ability to mentor graduate and undergraduate students in the areas of Applied Research Methods, Mixed Methods, Statistics, and Data Analysis
- Demonstrated ability to develop internships or experiential learning opportunities for students
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate and manage department technology
- Evidence of, or potential for, service to department, college, university, and community
Duties
- Teach graduate and undergraduate courses from the existing research methods core
- Develop new courses that may include Applied Research Methods; Mixed Methods; Program Evaluation and Assessment; Social Policy Analysis; and in area of candidate’s specialization
- Engage in scholarly and creative activity leading to publication
- Participate in department, college, university, and community service
- Assist in the development of applied research opportunities for students
- Assist the department, college and university in developing curriculum, pedagogies, and programs to meet the needs of a racially and ethnically diverse student body
The Department of Sociology at California, State University, Long Beach welcomes and encourages diversity. We seek applicants and nominations from those who have experience teaching, mentoring, and developing research in ways that effectively address individuals from historically underrepresented backgrounds. The University seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the people of California, to maintain excellence of the University, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives and ways of knowing and learning. California State University, Long Beach is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
Required Documentation
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Letter of application addressing the minimum and desired/preferred qualifications including
- An in- depth description of research and teaching interests and qualifications
- Samples of relevant materials (teaching materials, evaluations, research papers or publications, etc.)
- A curriculum vitae (including current e-mail address)
- Three recent letters of reference
- A copy of the transcript from the institution awarding highest degree
- Finalists will be required to submit an official transcript and signed SC-1 form
Applications and required documentation should be emailed to:
Academic Jobs Online
academicjobsonline.org
Requests for information, official transcript and signed SC-1 form should be addressed to:
Jeffrey Davis
Search Committee Chair
Department of Sociology
California State University, Long Beach
1250 Bellflower Blvd., PSY 145
Long Beach, CA 90840-0906
Phone number (562) 985-4602
Email address Jeffrey.Davis@csulb.edu
Application Deadline
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Position open until filled (or recruitment canceled)
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Review of applications to begin on November 15, 2012
CSULB is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can learn, live, and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, medical condition, age, political affiliation, Vietnam era veteran status, or any other veteran’s status. CSULB is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
