Sociology - Full-Time, Temporary, Non-Tenure Track Visiting Assistant Professor

University Of Central Oklahoma; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond, OK invites applications for a full-time, temporary visiting assistant professor position in Sociology for Spring 2027. The incumbent will teach a broad range of sociology courses and participate in scholarly activities, service, and committee work.

Requirements include an earned doctorate in Sociology or related field. ABD with defense date considered; ability to teach Sociological Statistics, Population Studies, and Social Welfare Policy is valued.

Qualifications

• PhD or Doctorate in Sociology required; ABD with defense date considered.
• Ability to teach a broad range of sociology courses.
• Preference for those able to teach Sociological Statistics, Population Studies, and related fields.

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of Sociology courses from undergrad to graduate level.
• Engage in scholarly activities, service to department, college and university.
• Participate in committees and departmental reporting.

Skills

Sociological Statistics

Population Studies

Social Welfare Policy

Introduction to Sociology

Education

Doctorate in Sociology

Job description

Job Details Job Location: Edmond, OK 73034

Position Overview

Teaches, advises and mentors students, evaluates student performance, and maintains department and student records in accordance with university policies. Adheres to the educational philosophy of the university. Works in a collaborative manner with colleagues and professional peers. Participates in university meetings that relate specifically to faculty. Serves on department, college, and university committees as requested. Prepares departmental reports as requested. Teaching, research, department, college, and university service are expected. The position is a full-time, temporary, non-tenure-track visiting assistant professor position for Spring 2027 only.

Department Specific Essential Job Functions

The primary responsibility of this position is teaching a variety of Sociology courses. The successful candidate should be able to teach a broad range of courses from introductory undergraduate to graduate level. Service and scholarly activities are standard expectations for this position. The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester. Faculty must be willing to teach in a variety of instructional formats (in-person, hybrid, online) as needed and appropriate.

College/Department Overview

The College of Liberal Arts consists of 8 academic units and has over 100 full-time faculty members. For further information, see our website at http://www.uco.edu/la.

The Department of Sociology, Gerontology, and Substance Abuse Studies offers BA degrees in Sociology; Sociology - Human Services; and Sociology - Substance Abuse Studies, as well as an MA degree in Addictions Counseling.

Experience Required

An earned doctorate degree awarded by a regionally accredited or internationally recognized institutions in Sociology is required. A doctorate in a related field will be considered (exceptions require Academic Affairs approval). ABD candidates with a clear dissertation defense date will be considered.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Priority will be given to applicants able to teach courses in Sociological Statistics, Population Studies, Social Welfare Policy, and Introduction to Sociology.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Qualifications