The Brailsford College of Arts and Sciences at Prairie View A&M University invites applications for a sociology position at the rank of Adjunct Instructor within the Division of Social Sciences. The Division seeks candidates who are committed to excellence in teaching, professional development, and service to the University.  This appointment begins Fall 2022. 

Responsibilities:

• Teach one or more undergraduate and/or graduate sociology courses, particularly those required in the University Core area and including those particular to the candidateâ™s area of expertise.

• Provide committee service to the division, the college and the university;

• Engage in professional development activities, including serving in roles that advance the candidateâ™s standing with professional organizations and with the community at large;

• Keep records, post grades (mid-term & final), submit attendance reporting, and mentor/advise students.

• Attend University-sponsored activities, such as general student assembly, student recruitment fairs, graduation convocations, and the like.

• Perform other duties as assigned by division head.

     

 Required Education & Experience:

•  Masterâ™s in sociology or a closely related  field from an accredited institution

•  More than one year of experience teaching sociology courses at the college level.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

• Admissions functions of higher education.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to teach online courses, using the various modes of delivery that the university requires.

Job Posting Close Date:

• Until filled

Required Attachments:

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either âœResume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter❠on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the âœResume/CV❠or Resume/Cover Letter❠attachment box.  Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae

• Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines:

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:

About Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View A&M University is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and service. It is committed to achieving relevance in each component of its mission by addressing issues and proposing solutions through programs and services designed to respond to the needs and aspirations of individuals, families, organizations, agencies, schools, and communities--both rural and urban. Prairie View A&M University is a state-assisted institution by legislative designation, serving a diverse ethnic and socioeconomic population, and a land-grant institution by federal statute.

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