Working Position Title:

Visiting Assistant Professor in Latinx Sociology - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (35557)

Classification Title:

Visiting Assistant Professor

Position Number:

00035557

Posting Date:

11/15/2022

Priority Review Date:

01/15/2023

Business Unit Description:

Faculty

Full-Time/Part Time:

Full-Time

FTE:

1.00

Position Status:

Temporary

FLSA:

Exempt

Job Code:

2090

Union Representation:

Non-Union

Union Code :

N/A

Unit/Department:

Sociology

College/Unit:

College of LA&S Dean

Division:

Academic Division

Location:

ZH 815

Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page:

http://niu.edu/CLAS/sociology/ and http://niu.edu/CLAS/Latino-Studies/

Overview :

The Center for Latino and Latin American Studies and the Department of Sociology seek a Visiting Assistant Professor in Latinx Sociology whose research and teaching center issues related to U.S. Latinx populations. We are seeking an interdisciplinary scholar who works at the intersection of Latinx Studies and Sociology and who holds intellectual and pedagogical expertise in areas such as (but not limited to):

• international migration;
• social inequalities;
• social movements and protest;
• criminology;
• health disparities;
• environmental justice;
• population dynamics, and/or;
• race and ethnicity

The Visiting Assistant Professor will teach three courses per semester. The initial appointment will be for one year with the possibility of extension for one additional year.

Position Summary:

Qualified candidates dedicated to empowering students from underserved communities through their research, teaching, creative and pedagogical scholarship, community engagement, service and/or mentoring are strongly encouraged to apply. Scholars of discovery, integration, engagement, and pedagogy are all important to the NIU community. Successful applicants will teach classes within their (inter-)disciplinary expertise, as well as in conjunction with the academic diversity center where they will hold a joint appointment.

The ideal candidate is expected to establish an active and innovative research program that directly engages Latinx Studies. The ideal candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Latinx Studies as well as meeting curricular needs of the Department of Sociology. The successful candidate will teach courses in their areas of expertise as well as Introduction to Latinx Studies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses
• Engaging in appropriate scholarly activities in the field
• Collaborating and contributing to ongoing research projects with faculty
• Providing service to the university and the profession
• The candidate will be able to contribute to exam committees, thesis committees, and dissertation committees as needed.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Sociology, Latinx Studies, or related field
• Graduate coursework in and a research agenda that directly engages U.S. Latinx populations
• Demonstrable interest in teaching and mentoring a diverse undergraduate and graduate student community
• Demonstrable commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience utilizing interdisciplinary approaches and methodologies
• Teaching experience in Latinx Studies, Ethnic Studies, and/or related field

Anticipated Appointment Start Date:

8/16/2023

Percent of Staff Year:

0.75

Standard Hours Per Week:

37.50

Salary:

Salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience and qualifications; position includes a robust benefits package.

Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range:

N/A

Earn Type:

Salary

Application Procedure:

For full consideration, prospective applicants should visit https://employment.niu.edu/postings/67711to apply and upload the following materials by January 15, 2023:

• A letter of interest
• Curriculum vitae
• Diversity statement
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official required upon hire)
• A list of three professional references

Additional materials may be requested after first review.

Applications received after January 15 are welcomed, but will be considered as needed.

For inquiries, please email Krystyna Kamka atkkamka@niu.edu.

Quick Link to Applicant :

https://employment.niu.edu/postings/67711

Is Background Check Required:

Yes

EEO Statement Summary:

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The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services 230
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560

Visa Policy:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

ADA Accommodation:

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