Teaching Professor (Assistant, Associate or Full Lecturer) in Sociology

While this position welcomes applications from individuals external to the university, current Academic Teaching Staff are first notified of available positions and will receive first consideration in accordance with the terms of Schedule D of the Academic Collective Agreement prior to considering external candidates. Please indicate your internal status using the “Advertisement” drop down menu when applying.

This position is a part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).

Location: Work primarily takes place at North Campus , Edmonton.

The Department of Sociology at the University of Alberta invites applications for a full-time Teaching Professor at the rank of assistant, associate or full lecturer, with an anticipated starting date of July 1, 2024 to teach all levels of courses in Sociology.

This is a continuing career status appointment under the Academic Teaching staff (ATS) Agreement and comes with a comprehensive benefits package . Rank and salary will be determined in accordance with the academic teaching staff (ATS) agreement at the University of Alberta.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will provide in-person instruction in a range of Sociology courses in assorted teaching environments, including large lecture classes and smaller seminars. Normal teaching load is eight courses per year and includes Spring or Summer teaching. The topics to be taught are not fixed, but some possible courses to be taught might include Introduction to Sociology, Social Statistics, Social Problems, Globalization, Sociology of the Family, Sociology of Youth, Sociology of Religion, Criminology, Social Theory, Population and Society; Sociological Research Methods, and the Sociology of Deviance and Conformity. The candidate might also be expected to provide one-on-one paper writing supervision to a small number of field placement students each academic term. The position can also include administrative service, which comes with teaching release.

There is no research expectation associated with this position, although the successful candidate is expected to remain current with the relevant literature in their fields as it applies to their teaching assignments.

Minimum Qualifications

• A PhD in Sociology or a closely related discipline. PhD must be in hand by time of the appointment. ABD will be considered only if there is strong evidence that the PhD will be completed by the start of the appointment;
• At least a three year track record of effective instruction of courses in Sociology and/or closely related disciplines;
• Evidence of a commitment to developing innovative pedagogical approaches;
• Skilled mentorship suitable to the candidate’s career stage and available opportunities

In addition to the above requirements, the below qualifications will be considered an asset

• Experience with diverse instructional software and technologies;
• Experience with pedagogical innovations, such as experiential learning, community-service learning, project-based learning, and work-integrated learning;
• A track-record of service to a department or comparable unit;
• Versatility in teaching.

About The Department

The Department of Sociology is a vibrant unit within the Faculty of Arts and one of the best sociology departments in Canada. Our department currently has 28 full-time continuing faculty members, and approximately 700 undergraduate majors. More than 10,000 students register annually for Sociology classes, including a growing profile of Indigenous students. The department has  teaching  and research specializations in Criminology, Social Structure & Policy, and Theory & Culture. The Department of Sociology is committed to the principles of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and offers a vibrant and supportive work environment with outstanding support for research and teaching.

With 15 Departments, one Interdisciplinary Unit, and 15 Centres and Institutes, the Faculty of Arts is the oldest and most diverse faculty on campus and is one of the largest research and teaching centres in Western Canada (www.arts.ualberta.ca ).

Working at the University of Alberta

The University of Alberta (www.ualberta.ca ) is situated in the centre of Edmonton on Amiskwaciy/Beaver Hills in Treaty 6 territory, also the traditional meeting ground and home for many Indigenous Peoples, including the Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Dene, Métis, and Nakota Sioux.

Established in 1908 as a board-governed, public institution, the University of Alberta is one of the leading Universities in Canada based on the reputation and strength in service, teaching and research. The main campus of the University of Alberta is located in Alberta’s capital, the City of Edmonton ; the Edmonton metropolitan area is the sixth largest in Canada, with a population of nearly 1.5 million. Edmonton is home to Canada’s second-largest urban Indigenous population, with over 76,000 residents who identify as First Nations, Inuit, or Métis. It has the second largest Indigenous population and the fourth largest Black population of any Canadian city. Nearly 10% of Edmonton’s population is of South Asian origin and 16% of East and Southeast Asian origin, with growing numbers of Edmontonians of Filipino, Latin American and Middle Eastern origins. The Edmonton public school system offers bilingual education for children in French, German, Hebrew, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), and American Sign Language. amiskwaciy Academy offers Cree as a high school credit and has started an Aboriginal study course in junior high school.

The University of Alberta serves over 39,000 students in almost 400 undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. The University is home to a diverse and welcoming community of over 1,300 Indigenous students from various Nations and communities. In 2022, the University’s Indigenous Strategic Plan  was implemented, reflecting an important step in our institution’s commitment to reconciliation in post-secondary education and research, addressing the historical legacy of the residential school system and Canada’s colonial history in a meaningful and lasting way. The University’s principles and actions and its EDI Strategic Plan  are underpinned by respect for the dignity, rights, and full participation of all those who live, work, and learn within the university. The Academic Success Centre  administers the University of Alberta’s Duty to Accommodate  procedure for students, and works with students, instructors, campus units, Faculties and departments, community and government agencies, and on and off-campus service providers to coordinate students’ medical and non-medical accommodation needs for participation in University of Alberta academic programs.

How to Apply

To have your application considered, please select the Apply Online icon below and submit the following:

• cover letter  that includes highlights of the candidate’s profile (2 pages max);
• curriculum vitae  that includes the names of three referees;
• course syllabi from at least three recent courses (upload under “List of Publications”;
• A teaching dossier that should include at a minimum a) a statement regarding the applicant’s approach to teaching Sociology; and b) student evaluations of teaching, preferable from different levels if available; c) guidance on how those teaching evaluations are conducted and interpreted, and d) any additional evidence of teaching effectiveness, including peer assessments, departmental chair assessments, and teaching awards (20 pages maximum, upload under Statement of Teaching/Research Interests”). 

Please note: Letters of reference and EDI statement will only be requested for selected candidates. Referees should be prepared to send their letters by March 25.

Inquiries regarding the position can be addressed to the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Kevin Haggerty ([email protected] ) (using “Teaching Professor Position 2024” as the email’s subject) and copying [email protected] .

Review of applications will start on March 15th with a targeted start date of July 1, 2024.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

While this position welcomes applications from individuals external to the University, current Academic Teaching Staff will receive first consideration in accordance with Article D1.06.2 of the Academic Collective Agreement prior to considering external candidates. Please indicate your internal status using the “Advertisement” drop down menu when applying. Applications by internal candidates must be received by March 1st , 2024. 

Note: Online applications are accepted until midnight Mountain Standard Time of the closing date.