Asst. Professor - Sociology jobs in Laramie, WY

The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities.  We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives. 

JOB TITLE:   

Assistant Lecturer

JOB PURPOSE:   

The Department of Criminal Justice and Sociology invites applications for one (1) lecturer position starting Fall Semester, 2024. This position will be hired at the Assistant Lecturer rank with a preferred teaching specialization in Sociology of Education and/or the Sociology of Family, though other areas including Racial/Ethnic Inequality and Rural Sociology will be considered. The teaching load for this position is seven courses per academic year.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Teach 7 Courses per academic year
• Engage in Ongoing professional development activities to enhance teaching effectiveness and remain current in the field.
• Advise and mentor Sociology Students
• Engage in service to the University, Community, and Field. 

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Candidates must have master's degree in Sociology at the time of appointment.
• Demonstrated teaching experience in Sociology at the college and/or university level.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Demonstrated teaching experience in the area of sociology of education and/or sociology of the family. 
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college and/or university level.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute effectively to the delivery of our undergraduate program with traditional classroom instruction and online education.
• Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate advising and service.
• Have a Ph.D. in Sociology at the time of appointment.

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Qualified individuals should complete the online application and submit: 

1) a vita that thoroughly covers academic and professional work history; 

2) a cover letter that addresses the applicant’s:

• interest in – and qualifications for – the position,
• teaching philosophy,
• demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college and/or university level,
• demonstrated ability to contribute effectively to the delivery of the Sociology undergraduate program (traditional classroom instruction as well as online education),
• commitment to undergraduate advising and service; 

3) contact information for three references, who may be consulted regarding the applicant’s qualifications and suitability for this position;

4) teaching evaluations from your three most recent classes, or a summary of your teaching evaluations.

Questions about the search should be directed to Dr. Jennifer Tabler at jtabler@uwyo.edu. This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by January 15, 2024 will receive full consideration.

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.   

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/