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University Of Denver Teaching Assistant Professor Of Sociology Or Criminology in Denver, Colorado
The University of Denver, the oldest independent university in the Rocky Mountain region, enrolls over 12,000 students in its undergraduate and graduate programs. The Carnegie Foundation classifies the University of Denver as a research university with high research activity. Comprised of nearly 2.6 million people, the Denver metro offers an array of activities for urban dwellers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. We are a department of 12 active, productive scholars in the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences with strong ties to the University's College of Law, Graduate School of Social Work, and other professional schools. With roughly 250 majors, we offer BA degrees in sociology and criminology. Salary is competitive
The University of Denver and Department of Sociology and Criminology value diversity, equity, and inclusion, a commitment by all constituents to create a transformative academic experience that embraces and engages diverse perspectives and communities. Faculty in our department actively contribute to these goals through scholarship, teaching, and service. To read the department's statement on inclusive excellence, please visit http://www.du.edu/ahss/sociology/inclusive_excellence.html. To see Chancellor statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion, please visit https://
Position Summary
The Department of Sociology and Criminology invites applications for a Teaching Assistant Professor, beginning Fall 2024. The successful candidate will teach eight courses over three quarters (two-three per quarter). Courses will be concentrated in the crime, law, and deviance curricula, which includes electives as well as core major courses, First-Year seminars, and Advanced Seminars (writing-intensive courses for 3rd and 4th year students). Appointments at the rank of Teaching Assistant Professor will be made initially as a three-year contract. Subsequent renewal and/or promotion to Associate rank is contingent on formal performance review. The Teaching Professorial Series provides opportunity for promotion and advancement within the series (3-year, 5-year, and 7-year contracts). A Ph.D. or ABD in sociology, criminology, or a related field is required. For a list of current course offerings, please go to: https://www.du.edu/ahss/s
Essential Functions
- Ability to teach eight (8) classes over three quarters during the academic year. Courses include: core departmental courses (Methods of Social Research, Understanding Social Life, Criminology), common curriculum (e.g., First Year Seminars, Advanced Seminars), and department electives in the candidate's specialty area
- Timely grading and communication with students
- Weekly office hours
- Attendance at faculty meetings
Student advising Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Expertise in Crime, Law, or Deviance
- Excellent communication skills for classroom teaching and student mentoring
- Strong personal skills, along with the ability to work effectively with all types of people
- Basic word processing and computer related skills
- Ability to use Canvas
Ability to listen and effectively communicate verbally with students and faculty Required Qualifications
ABD in Sociology, Criminology, or a related field at time or appointment
Demonstrated commitment to or experience working with diverse populations Preferred Qualifications
Ph.D. in Sociology, Criminology, or related field at time of appointment
- Prior experience as the instructor of record in at least four (4) higher education courses
- Ability to teach Understanding Social Life (introductory sociology) Work Schedule While the University's administrative offices are open Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, faculty schedules vary from term to term and are based on courses taught, service commitments, and research agendas. The University's academic calendars are posted on the registrar's website
Application Deadline
For consi eration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) April 16, 2024.
Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
Salary Grade Number
The salary grade for this position is UC.
Salary Range
The salary range for this position is $58,000-$60,000.
The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected