Lecturer - Sociology (Social Science)

CUNY NYC College of Technology; New York (NY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Lecturer in Sociology to join their dynamic Social Science Department. This full-time role offers the opportunity to teach a diverse range of sociology courses, participate in curriculum development, and engage in student advisement. The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational background in sociology, with a commitment to collaborative work and innovative teaching methods. This position not only provides a chance to impact students' lives but also to contribute to a vibrant academic community focused on excellence and inclusivity. Join a forward-thinking institution that values professional development and offers a supportive environment for faculty growth.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Pension and Retirement Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Mentoring and Support for Research

Competitive Compensation Package

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in sociology or related field required.
• Ability to teach successfully and cooperate with others.

Responsibilities

• Teach sociology courses in various formats including online.
• Participate in curriculum development and student mentoring.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Collaborative Work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sociology

Master's degree or higher

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Job description

Lecturer - Sociology (Social Science)

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The Social Science Department at New York City College of Technology (City Tech), a comprehensive college of the City University of New York offering associate and baccalaureate degree programs, invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the rank of Lecturer in Sociology to begin Fall 2025. The Lecturer position is a full-time appointment leading to a Certificate of Continuous Employment.

The Department of Social Science is a multidisciplinary department offering a bachelor’s degree program in Data Analytics for Economics, academic minors in Psychology, History and Environmental Studies and courses in sociology, psychology, anthropology, economics, geography, government, history and philosophy. We seek candidates who can teach sociology courses, with special consideration given to those with expertise in law and society and/or science and technology studies.

Reporting to the chairperson of the Department of Social Science, the faculty member’s responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Teach sociology courses at introductory and advanced levels, including in-person, hybrid, and online formats.
• Participate in the development and assessment of new curricula and pedagogical approaches.
• Provide student advisement and mentoring.
• Contribute to Department, School, College, and University service activities, including governance, program assessment, day-to-day operation, and student recruitment and retention, among other areas.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support departmental initiatives and college-wide programs.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in sociology or a related field is required. Also required is the ability to teach successfully and to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree or higher is preferred.
• Areas of specialization in law and society or science and technology studies, especially in the area of digital technologies.
• Experience teaching introductory sociology and advanced courses in relevant subfields.
• Prior higher education teaching experience, including experience with online course delivery and different learning management systems.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and a commitment to collaborative work.

COMPENSATION

$69,983 - $88,998. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

CUNY is in the process of implementing salary schedule increases. Once implemented, salaries of eligible employees will be adjusted by 6.09%, with additional increases of 3.25% effective 9/01/2025 and 3.5% effective 9/01/2026, in accordance with the terms of the PSC-CUNY collective bargaining agreement.

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

HOW TO APPLY

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Candidates should provide:

• A cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• A statement of teaching philosophy and experience
• Three letters of recommendation (emailed directly to [e-mail])

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled, with review of resumes to begin on or after May 12, 2025.

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CUNY Job Posting: Faculty

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID: 30212

Location: NYC College of Technology