ONLINE EMPLOYMENT EXCHANGE

MISSION:   

The Mid-South Sociological Association (MSSA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the study and understanding of sociological and related issues and problems.
 
The Mid-South Sociological Association's (MSSA) online Employment Exchange  provides a listing of current teaching, administrative, research and fellowship job opportunities in the field of Sociology.  If you would like to advertise any employment opportunities please submit to Dr. Shirley Rainey, Assistant Professor of Sociology, Austin Peay State University.  

Posting of Academic Employment Opportunities

(The date when  job vacancies are posted is listed in parentheses)

 

Oklahoma State University (10/11/06)

  The Department of Sociology at Oklahoma State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor position beginning in Fall 2007.  A Ph.D. in Sociology is required.  The department seeks a scholar with demonstrated potential for high productivity. The successful candidate must have expertise in Quantitative Methods.  Preferred substantive areas include one or more of the following:  Social Psychology, Social Inequality, or Criminology.   We seek candidates with a record of publication or demonstrated strong potential for the same.  The successful candidate will contribute to graduate training in research methods and play a significant role in both the graduate and undergraduate programs.  Oklahoma State University is a comprehensive research institution with an approximate enrollment of 23,000 students.  The Department of Sociology offers the Doctorate, Masters, and Bachelors degrees.  Maximum teaching load is two courses per semester. Review of applications will begin on November 15th and continue until the position is filled.  Applicants should send a Vita, letter of interest, samples of written work and three letters of reference to:  Chair of Faculty Search Committee, Department of Sociology, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, Oklahoma 74078.  Oklahoma State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to working to produce faculty and student communities that are characterized by diversity.  Women, minorities, Vietnam-era veterans, disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

 

Louisiana State University (10/11/06)

The Louisiana State University Department of Sociology anticipates two tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor positions beginning in August, 2007. One position (Ref:#006483) will be full-time in sociology;
the other (Ref: #008350) will be a joint appointment with either African and African-American Studies or Women and Gender Studies. While areas of specialization are open, the department seeks to build on its existing
strengths in the areas of criminology, social capital, and social inequality.
 
Required qualifications: Ph.D. degree in sociology or related discipline is required by the time of the appointment; an established record of publication and grants. Salary and rank will be commensurate with
qualifications. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2006, and continue until the positions are filled. Send letter of application, vita
(including e-mail address), and have three letters of recommendation sent to:
 Search Committee
Department of Sociology
126 Stubbs Hall
Louisiana State University
Ref: #008350 or #006483
Baton Rouge, LA 70803-5411
 
LSU IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/EQUAL ACCESS EMPLOYER
 

University of Tennessee-Knoxville

The Department of Sociology invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant or Associate level, beginning Fall 2007. The preferred candidate should possess a Ph.D. at the time of appointment and have strong research skills. The Department has a recognized program in environmental sociology and the successful candidate should be able to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in this area. The area within environmental sociology is open, but preference may be given to candidates with teaching and research experience in the human dimensions of ecosystem management, environmental movements, national and international environmental policy, globalization of environmental problems, and/or demographic and spatial analysis. With a strong focus on social justice, the Department has recognized strength in the areas of criminology, environmental sociology and political economy. It offers a collegial and supportive environment for research and teaching and its members are committed to collaborative work. Preference will be given to individuals with strong evidence or promise of publication and obtaining external funding. Applicants should submit a letter of application, statement their teaching philosophy and research agenda, curriculum vitae, samples of publications, evidence of teaching excellence, and contact information for three references. The city of Knoxville offers a rich variety of cultural, recreational and professional opportunities. Located close to Oak Ridge National Laboratory, it is also a gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Cumberland Mountains and the Blue Ridge National Parkway. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. The university welcomes and honors people of all races, creeds, cultures, and sexual orientations, and values intellectual curiosity, pursuit of knowledge and academic freedom and integrity. Address materials to:
Robert Emmet Jones, Chair of the Environmental Sociology Search Committee, Department of Sociology, 901 McClung Tower, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN 3799-0490. Review of applications will begin November 1 and continue until the position is filled. The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services.
 

Augusta State University (9/27/06)

 The Department of Sociology, Criminal Justice, and Social Work invites applications for a tenure track assistant professor position to teach criminal justice courses beginning Fall 2007. Minimum qualifications include a PhD in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Sociology, or a closely related field.
Experienced candidates or ABD’s, who can document imminent completion, will be considered. Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, community relations, excellence in research, and collegiality. Applicants should submit: Curriculum Vitae, three letters of reference, evidence of teaching and research effectiveness, and a letter of application describing teaching and scholarly interests; finalists will be asked to provide transcripts. Screening will begin October 16, 2007, and continue until the position is filled.
Send applications to Dr. Kim Davies, Chair, Department of Sociology, Criminal Justice, and Social Work, 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904.
Augusta State University is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity institution and strongly encourages applications from women and minority candidates.

Augusta State University. The Department of Sociology, Criminal Justice, and Social Work invites applications for two tenure track positions in Social Work to begin fall 2007. The first position is for an associate professor to coordinate our new Social Work program within the department; experience with CSWE accreditation will be considered a
strength. The second position is for an assistant professor. The
ideal candidates will have an MSW from a CSWE accredited program, two years post MSW field experience, and a doctorate in Social Work or a closely related field. Both candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, community-based internship opportunities, research, collegiality and good department citizenship.
Applicants should submit a letter of application describing teaching and scholarly interests, a vitae, three letters of reference, and evidence of teaching and research effectiveness; finalists will be asked to provide transcripts and agree to a background check.
Screening will begin October 16, 2006, and continue until the position is filled. Send applications to Dr. Kim Davies, Chair, Department of Sociology, Criminal Justice, and Social Work, 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904. Augusta State University is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity institution and strongly encourages applications from women and minority candidates.
 

Middle Tennessee State University (9/25/06)

 

Middle Tennessee State University Department of Sociology & Anthropology invites applications for two positions (# 129080 and 129300); Asst./Asso.; Ph.D. in Sociology is expected by appointment date. Successful candidates will join a department of 12 sociologists and 6 anthropologists with a variety of applied and substantive interests. Candidates at the Assistant level should provide evidence of an active research agenda, teaching experience and professional activity. Associate level candidates additionally should have a well-established publication record. A history of externally funded research is a plus. Areas of substantive interests are open. However, special consideration may be given to applicants with expertise in medical sociology, family, social inequality, and race and ethnicity. Candidates will be expected to teach courses in their area(s) of expertise at the undergraduate and graduate level and contribute to an MA program with both basic and applied emphases.

To apply for this position, go to http://mtsujobs.mtsu.edu and follow the instructions on how to complete an application, attach documents, and submit an application online. The begin review date is 10/29/2006 and will continue until the position is filled. Rank and salary commensurate with education and experience. Proof of U.S. citizenship OR eligibility for U.S. employment will be required prior to employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clearly Act crime statistics for MTSU available at http://police.mtsu.edu/crime_statistics.htm. EO/AA employer.  

 

Fayetteville State University (9/25/06).

 The Department of Sociology at Fayetteville State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin in August 2007. Ph.D. in Sociology required. ABD candidates who will receive the Ph.D. by May 2007 will be considered. The successful candidate’s primary teaching area will be social statistics at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Preference will be given to applicants who can integrate SPSS into the statistics course. Secondary area of teaching is open. Areas of research specialization are also open. Other responsibilities include: advising students; pursuing an ongoing research agenda resulting in publication; and providing service to the university, community, and profession. To apply, please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts of all college classes, three current letters of recommendation, teaching evaluations, and Faculty or Non-Faculty EPA Application Form available at http://www.uncfsu.edu/humres/HRForms.htm to: Search Committee, Department of Sociology, Fayetteville State University, 1200 Murchison Road, Fayetteville, North Carolina 28301-4298. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2006 and will continue until the position is filled. Fayetteville State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Fayetteville State University is an equal opportunity employer.

 San Jose State University (9/18/06)

The Sociology Department invites applications -- subject to budgetary approval, -- for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position (JRN
012505) to begin August 21, 2007, at which time the Ph.D. is required.  We are interested in a scholar who takes a social justice or critical approach to criminology in research and teaching with an emphasis on minority communities.* Applicants must be prepared to teach criminology and corrections at the B.A. and M.A. levels, and one or more of the following: victimology, law & society, delinquency. In addition, ability to teach Race and Ethnic Relations is desired. Applicants must demonstrate commitment to the needs of a highly diverse population of students. Duties include teaching 12 units (4 courses) per semester, maintaining active research with publications, advising, and serving on M.A. thesis and other committees. Very competitive salary and benefits.

To apply, send a letter of application describing your teaching philosophy and research, a curriculum vitae, one publication or writing sample, a current official transcript showing terminal degree status, a teaching portfolio including teaching evaluations (if available) and three (only) current recommendation letters with original signatures postmarked by November 6, 2006. Send materials to: Search Committee JRN 012505, Sociology Department, San Jose State University, One Washington Square, San Jose, CA 95192-0122. Women and other minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. SJSU is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer committed to the core values of inclusion, civility, and respect for each individual.
 

Loyola University, Department of Sociology (9/7/06)

Loyola University New Orleans. The Department of Sociology invites applications for two Visiting Assistant Professor positions: (1) a half-year (Spring 2007), non-tenure track, non-renewable faculty position beginning January 4, 2007; and (2) a one-year (Fall 2007-Spring 2008), non-tenure track, non-renewable faculty position beginning August 1, 2007. Both of these positions require teaching four courses per semester, with two preparations (courses are negotiable). Candidates must have a Ph.D. or ABD. Salary and benefits are competitive. All specialty areas will be considered.
Applicants should send a brief letter describing their teaching and research interests, current curriculum vitae, and the names and full contact information for at least three references. All materials for position
(1) must be received by October 1, 2006 to be considered; and materials for position (2) by November 1, 2006 for full consideration. Searches will continue until the positions are filled. Loyola is a Jesuit university known for its academic excellence, as well as its commitment to social justice and Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employment. Women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply. Submit applications to:
Dr. Anthony E. Ladd, Chair, Faculty Search Committee, Department of Sociology, Box 30, Loyola University New Orleans, 6363 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, LA 70118.
E-mail may be sent c/o: sfsmith@loyno.edu

 Mississippi Valley State University (9/7/06)

Mississippi Valley State University is a regional institution under the Board of Trustees of State Institutions of Higher Learning.  Located in Itta Bena, a bedroom community of Greenwood in northwest Mississippi, the University offers undergraduate and graduate programs in the arts, sciences, social sciences, mathematics and computer sciences, industrial technology, and teacher education. Mississippi Valley State University is in a progressive mode in adding new academic programs, constructing new campus facilities and renovating existing facilities.  Mississippi Valley State University is poised to move from a state of “excellence” to a state of “preeminence.” Because of this vision, the University seeks highly quailed applicants for the following positions:

POSITION: Assistant or Associate Professor (Full-Time) .  We invite applicants from qualified individuals to coordinate and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Sociology.

QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED:  The successful candidate will coordinate the undergraduate program in Sociology and teach undergraduate courses in Social Sciences Research, Statistics, Marriage and the Family, Criminology, and Sociology of the Community. The successful candidates will also teach the following graduate courses in the Rural Public Policy and Planning Program: Rural Planning and Social Policy, Rural Demography and Growth, and Housing Facilities and Community Development. Applicants must have a scholarly interest in research. A terminal degree is required in Sociology.

 POSITION: Assistant or Associate Professor (Full-Time).  We invite applicants from qualified individuals to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Sociology. 

QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED:  Applicants must have a scholarly interest in research. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in Introduction to Sociology, Introduction to Anthropology, Social Psychology, Social Science Research, Statistics, and Racial and Cultural Minorities. The successful candidate will be afforded the opportunity to collaborate with the Delta Research and Cultural Institute. A terminal degree is required in Sociology.