Job Information
Texas State University Assistant Professor in San Marcos, Texas
Posting Information
Position TitleAssistant Professor
Job Posting Number202451TTL
Job LocationSan Marcos
DepartmentSociology
Position Description
TheDepartment of Sociology (https://www.soci.txst.edu/) at Texas State University invites applicants for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor rank, with an area of specialization in gerontology or aging, to begin in theFall 2025semester. Research, teaching, and service expectations are commensurate with tenure expectations in the department.
Required Qualifications
The Department houses an interdisciplinary online graduate program in Dementia and Aging Studies (M.S.D.A), and we are seeking a faculty member that will actively participate in this degree program. Candidates are required to have a record of, or demonstrated potential for, successful teaching of:
Online courses in gerontology or aging.
A Ph.D. in sociology, gerontology, applied gerontology, aging studies, or dementia studies by August 2025 is required.
A background in sociological knowledge and perspectives is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates with an active research agenda in:
- Dementia or cognitive aging and ability to obtain external funding.
Preference will also be given to candidates with a record of:
- Developing and teaching online courses (particularly in gerontology or aging, and any other relevant skills and experiences that could strengthen the M.S.D.A. program.)
Application Procedures
Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered:https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/48710
To assure full consideration, please submit the following:
1) A cover letter that includes sections on research agenda and teaching philosophy,
2) Curriculum vitae,
3) Syllabi (with list of relevant courses prepared to teach and a summary or report of teaching evaluations if the candidate has teaching experience).
4) Unofficial transcripts (all in one document).
Letters of reference are not requested at this time. The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts from all degreegrantinguniversities. As part of our application process, we are requesting contact information for three (3) academic references who can provide information about the applicant’s skills and experiences. Please provide the names and email addresses for your academic references in theReference Lettersection of the employment application.
Candidates selected for hire will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree granting universities.
Review of applications will begin September 1st, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Salary is commensurate with qualifications. Descriptions of our degree offerings and faculty can be found atwww.soci.txstate.edu. Texas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please direct questions to: Dr. Nathan W. Pino, Search Committee Chair, Professor, Department of Sociology, Texas State University, San Marcos, TX 78666 atnp11@txstate.edu.
Proposed Start Date8/16/25
Posting Date08/08/2024
Review Date07/01/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled?Yes
EEO/AA Statement
Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Reasonable Accommodation
If you experience accessibility issues or require alternative formatting during the application process due to a disability or underlying condition, we request that you contact Talent Acquisition for assistance. A representative fromTalent Acquisition (https://www.hr.txst.edu/talent-acquisition) will respond to you as soon as possible.
Record Checks and Verifications
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Eligibility for Employment
Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.
Why Work at Texas State?
Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.
Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines and a spirit of inclusiveness, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.
Quick Linkhttps://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/47562
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