Tenure Track Faculty Latin American Studies/Sociology

Tenure Track Faculty Latin American Studies/Sociology

Job No: 511389
Work Type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track
Location: Sacramento
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Social Sciences, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time


COLLEGE: Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies

DEPARTMENT: Sociology

POSITION TITLE: Tenure-track Faculty Position in Latin American Studies

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:

The Sociology Department at Sacramento State is one of the largest departments at the university with approximately 13 tenure-track faculty and 22 lecturers who serve over 900 undergraduate majors and more than 30 graduate students. Our faculty specialize in a broad range of sociological topics that cohere with an intersectional and a social justice focus. The faculty prioritize teaching while also engaging in scholarship and service. Our undergraduate program provides students a well-rounded education in sociology and strong preparation for those who seek advanced study in sociology. Our graduate program provides advanced theoretical and methodological skills that prepare students for Ph.D. programs or professions that value research and critical analytical skills. Students who successfully complete our program receive a Bachelor of Arts degree or a Master of Arts degree.

POSITION DETAILS:

The Sociology Department is particularly interested in receiving applications from qualified people with the commitment and demonstrated ability to work with a diverse student population to advance the University's antiracism, anti-bias, diversity, and inclusion goals, as well as the Department's intersectional and social justice focus. Applicants should have teaching, research, and/or community service experiences that align with Latin American Studies and with the indigenous roots/heritage of Latin American communities across borders.

JOB DUTIES:

1) teaching courses in the curriculum as well as proposing courses relevant to Latinx/Latin American studies, particularly courses that reflect the Latinx student and community populations at Sacramento State;

2) teaching and developing other undergraduate/graduate core courses;

3) major advising;

4) engaging in scholarly activities;

5) supervising undergraduate and graduate student research;

6) addressing the needs of diverse student populations through development of highly effective course materials, teaching strategies, and advisement;

7) providing service to the campus, department, and the community; and

8) helping historically underrepresented and underserved students to be successful.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have Ph.D. A Ph.D. in Sociology, but the department will also consider a closely related field. ABD applicants will be considered. If ABD, all requirements for the degree must be completed by January 2023.
• Ability to teach and develop classes in Latin American Studies, particularly subjects addressing the indigenous roots/heritage of Latin American communities across borders.
• Evidence of culturally competent teaching, scholarly activities, and/or service that responds to student struggles or concerns from a social justice and intersectional perspective.
• Demonstrated ability to teach, or interest in teaching, existing courses, such as Immigration Studies, Chicano Community, Ethnic and Race Relations, Birth, Deaths and Borders, and/or others.
• Demonstrated ability to teach, or interest in teaching, one or more required courses for the major, such as Sociological Theory, Social Psychology, Social Inequalities, Research Methods, or Statistics.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior experiences teaching in higher education.
• Experience teaching, advising, and working with students from historically underrepresented backgrounds and with diverse life experiences.
• Scholarship and/or service with an emphasis on North American and Central American nations.
• Experience communicating effectively with ethnically and culturally diverse communities and integrating diversity issues into curriculum.
• Innovative teaching and ability to enhance instruction and student success through use of inclusive pedagogical strategies.
• Proficiency in Latin American and/or Indigenous language(s).

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS:

Review of applications will begin April 11, 2022; position open until filled.

Applications are only accepted through the Sacramento State jobs website located at https://careers.csus.edu/.

Applicants must submit the following materials:

• CV
• Cover letter including teaching and advising experiences and scholarly interests;
• Unofficial transcripts of highest degree
• Diversity statement that demonstrates experiences working with, teaching, and/or serving historically underrepresented, first-generation college students, and reflects the candidate's commitment and willingness to engage in activities that advance our campus equity, diversity, and inclusion goals, as well as our department's intersectional and social justice focus.
• Course syllabi. If possible, include your syllabi of Latin American-related courses (and/or syllabi of courses taught in our department, such as immigration or borders courses, etc.)
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness (teaching evaluations)
• Sample of Scholarly Research (e.g. article or book chapter)
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy

Additional materials may be requested at a later date.

OTHER SPECIFICS ABOUT THE POSITION (Optional):

This is a full-time tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor rank beginning Fall 2022. Salary will be dependent upon qualifications and professional experience.

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California's capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State's 31,000 students come not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission: “As California's capital university, we transform lives by preparing students for leadership, service, and success. Sacramento State will be a recognized leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to student success, diversity, equity and inclusion, community engagement, philanthropy, and campus safety.

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code, Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.

Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/internal/your-hr/benefits/disability-parental-leave.html#reasonable-accommodations-interactive-process .

The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit https://www.csus.edu/compliance/hr-compliance/mandatory-dhr-training.html .

Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Fire Safety Right-To-know Act Notification:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery .
The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request at the Police Service Center located in the University Union.

Background Check Disclaimer
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

COVID-19 Vaccine Certification Information:

CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/.

Eligibility Verification
Candidate will be required to provide official transcripts of their highest degree earned and must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.. California State University, Sacramento is a sponsoring agency ( ie. H-1-B Visa).


Advertised: March 09, 2022 (9:00 AM)
Applications Closes: Open Until Filled

To apply, visit https://careers.csus.edu/en-us/job/511389/tenure-track-faculty-latin-american-studiessociology

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