Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title Assistant Professor of Sociology Requisition 202400140F Rank Assistant Professor FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Position Category Position Type Full-Time Tenure Track College College of Humanities and Social Sciences Department Dept of Sociology Open Date 11/07/2024 Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/40956 Refer Applicants To Contact Name Dr. Karen Douglas Title Search Committee ChairSHSU
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Huntsville, TX 77341 Contact Phone (936) 294-1513 Contact Email kmd007@shsu.edu Position Details Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job The Department of Sociology at Sam Houston State University (SHSU) announces an opening for one nine-month tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin Fall 2025.
We seek candidates with expertise and teaching interest in either sociological theory (both classical and contemporary) or research methods, and a research specialization in either the environment or health. The successful candidate will also consistently teach undergraduate courses that satisfy the university’s core curriculum requirements (i.e., Introduction to Sociology or Introduction to Ethnic Studies) in the fall/spring semesters as well as graduate courses, maintain an active research agenda, and provide service to the university and the discipline. Educational Requirements for the Position A PhD in Sociology or a closely-related discipline must be completed by the time of appointment. Experience Required for the Position Evidence of excellence (or the promise of excellence) in teaching effectiveness is required. Applicants must also have a research agenda leading to publications in refereed journals and the potential to acquire extramural funding. Other Requirements for the Position The department offers undergraduate courses both in-person and online and the Masters of Arts program is completely online. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be expected to teach both in-person and online course. Faculty typically teach a 3-3 course schedule.
Sam Houston State University is the twelfth largest University in Texas, with over 21,000 students, and is currently ranked #14 in The Chronicle of Higher Education listing of Fastest Growing Colleges 2003-2013 report. More information can be found at https://www.shsu.edu/. Our main campus is located in Huntsville, Texas, an area characterized by a relatively low cost of living, great natural beauty, and access to nearby cities such as Houston, Dallas, The Woodlands, and Austin. More information can be found at http://www.chamber.huntsville.tx.us/ Special Instructions Summary SHSU is a student-centered, community engaged institution whose mission is to offer an accessible, quality higher education. Designated a Doctoral University – High Research Activity (R2), a Hispanic-Serving Institution, and “Community Engaged” by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education. SHSU has approximately 21,000 students, and about half of those students are first-generation. We are proud to have been named one of the top universities in Texas for social mobility by U.S. News & World Report two years in a row.
Applications must be complete and include a cover letter detailing the applicant’s qualifications, relevant experience, and interest in the position. The application must also include a curriculum vitae, writing sample, teaching portfolio, unofficial university transcripts, and contact information for three professional references. For the teaching portfolio document, please upload a summarization of your teaching/TA experience; complete teaching portfolios will be requested after initial applicant screenings have taken place. References will not be contacted until the advanced stages of screening. Official university transcripts will be required before the date of hire. Salary is negotiable, based on experience.
Questions about the position should be directed to one of the co-chairs of the search committee: Dr. Karen Douglas (936-294-1513) KMD007@shsu.edu or Dr. Jeffrey Gardner (936-294-2373) jag175@shsu.edu. Open Until Filled Yes EEO Statement EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.