Assistant Professor in Sociology (8 month term)

The Department of Social Science at the University of New Brunswick in Saint John invites applications for an 8-month term position in Sociology. This position is at the rank of Assistant Professor and is housed within an interdisciplinary department that includes Social Work, Sociology, Communication Studies and Education. The Department of Social Science offers major, double-major, and honours programmes in Sociology. The term position will commence as of August 26, 2024 and is subject to budgetary approval. The successful candidate may be eligible for a moving allowance in accordance with the collective agreement.
Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Sociology or cognate discipline or be near completion. Exceptional candidates who meet our teaching needs and have at least completed a Master’s in Sociology, or a cognate discipline may be considered. Candidates who have not completed a Ph.D. will be considered for appointment as Lecturer. The successful candidate will be expected to teach six courses over the academic year at the undergraduate level. This position is to cover courses for sabbatical and research leaves. The discipline requires coverage of courses including: Introduction to Sociology (up to 4 sections) and Quantitative Methods in the Social Sciences which are expected to be assigned to the successful applicant. There is some flexibility in course assignment that could provide the opportunity for the successful candidate to design a course in their specific research area in the winter term. Specialization in areas related to Health, and/or Indigenous Studies is an asset. The teaching assignments will be determined in consultation with the discipline and the successful candidate.
Applicants are requested to submit electronically (as a single PDF) a curriculum vitae, the names and addresses (e-mail and telephone number) of three referees (at least 1 of whom can attest to teaching capabilities), and a teaching dossier (that includes evidence of teaching competence, as indicated by elements such as teaching evaluations, course outlines and/or testimonials from individuals familiar with the candidate’s capabilities) to socsci@unb.ca.
Short-listed candidates will be required to provide satisfactory proof of credentials including appropriately certified translations of credentials into English, as applicable.
Questions concerning this position may be directed to the department chair, June M. Madeley at jmadeley@unb.ca. Applicants should indicate whether they are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada. Review of applications will begin on June 24, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.
The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

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