Assistant Professor of Sociology - up to 2 positions to be filled | Sam Houston State University - Military Veterans

Requisition: 202400140F Hiring Salary/Recruiting Range: Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Department: Dept of Sociology General Requirements: 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/ Nature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties: 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. Other Specifications/Instructions for the Position: 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