Assistant Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor of Sociology

Davita Inc.; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ball State University is looking for an Assistant Lecturer/Teaching Professor of Sociology to join its faculty. This non-tenure-track position involves teaching four courses per semester with responsibilities including innovative teaching and participation in service activities. Candidates are expected to hold a Master's degree, and those with a PhD and expertise in quantitative methods are preferred.

Benefits

Affordable Healthcare

Retirement

Tuition Remission

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent required; PhD preferred.
• Experience with data collection and analysis, particularly innovations like AI.
• Strong teaching ability and expertise in quantitative methods desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach four Sociology classes each semester.
• Engage students with innovative teaching methods.
• Produce impactful creative and scholarly work.

Skills

Teaching Ability

Quantitative Methods

Education

Master's degree in Sociology or closely related field

PhD in Sociology (preferred)

Tools

R

Stata

SPSS

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

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Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

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Ball State University is seeking a full-time, non-tenure-track position for a Instructor of Sociology to teach four classes each semester. This position will be a one-year contract with possibility of renewal.

Master's degree or equivalent course work in sociology or a closely related field from an accredited institution by date of appointment.

PhD in Sociology. Area of specialization is open and will depend on department needs.Ideally, the candidate will have expertise in quantitative methods, including survey research and statistics. Experience with recent innovations in data collection and analysis is preferred (e.g., AI use, data scraping). A background in R would be preferred, but proficiency in Stata or SPSS would be acceptable. Evidence of strong teaching ability is desirable.

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Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status.

Position Title	Assistant Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor of Sociology
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Appointment Type	Non-Tenure-track/Contract
Length of Appointment	FT Academic Year
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Department	Sociology:700240
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Posting Detail Information

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring valuesand describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.

Chadwick Menning, Department Chair
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765-285-5977

Posting Number	202501472F
Number of Vacancies	1
Desired Start Date	08/15/2025
Position End Date
Posting Date	06/09/2025
Applications Accepted Through Date	06/23/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)
Information regarding transcripts	The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
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