December 2003 Employment Bulletins Positions in Academic Settings (P - Z) University of Pennsylvania seeks to appoint a tenured professor in Race Relations. The search is conducted by a committee convened by the Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences and is composed of representatives from African American Studies and the Social Sciences and Humanities departments. The successful candidate will be expected to offer courses that address African American or African Diaspora communities from an interdisciplinary perspective. The senior appointment will be made in a department most suitable to the candidate's expertise. To apply, or nominate a candidate, send a cover letter and Curriculum Vitae to Race Relations Search, Office of the Dean, School of Arts and Sciences, University of Pennsylvania, 116 College Hall, Philadelphia, PA 19104- 6377. Applications will begin to be reviewed on December 1. The University of Pennsylvania is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg. Criminology/Criminal Justice: Assistant Professor, full-time tenure-track position beginning Fall 2004. Areas of interest include research methods, juvenile delinquency and organized crime, but other areas will be considered. PhD required plus evidence of excellent teaching ability and scholarly potential. UPG values candidates with experience in working with ethnically diverse groups. Please send cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to: Donald Gibson, Criminology Search Committee, 200 Faculty Office Building, University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg, Greensburg, PA 15601. Application deadline: January 15, 2004. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Plattsburgh State University of New York. The Department of Sociology & Criminal Justice invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor beginning in the fall 2004. The department has 11 full-time faculty and over 350 majors, offering BA degrees in sociology and in criminal justice. Plattsburgh State University of New York supports strong interdisciplinary programs in Canadian Studies, Latin American Studies, Women's Studies, and Africana Studies. Plattsburgh is a small city located on Lake Champlain near the Adirondack Park with its vast recreational resources. We are 60 miles south of Montreal, Canada, and on the train line to New York City. Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be a generalist in sociology, but must be well qualified to teach our undergraduate courses, Social Theory and Sociology of Women. Qualifications: PhD in sociology is required by the starting date. Evidence of effective teaching and scholarly promise should be included in the application. Plattsburgh State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to excellence through diversity. Original transcripts will be required prior to the start of employment. Send Curriculum Vita, writing/publication sample, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and three letters of reference to: Chair, Search Committee (PJ# 4416-ASA), c/o Human Resources, Plattsburgh State University of New York, 101 Broad Street, Plattsburgh, NY 12901-2681; fax (518) 564-5060. Princeton University. The Center for the Study of Religion (CSR) seeks a part-time Associate Director beginning July 1, 2004. The Associate Director is responsible for the Center's publicity and communications including writing its annual report, newsletters, brochures, press releases, advertisements and event announcements as well as maintaining the CSR website. Additional duties include event planning, such as conceptualization, logistics, and media coverage for events. The Associate Director is also responsible for fundraising that entails strategizing with the Center Director, grant writing, and meeting with potential donors, University administrators and foundation program officers. S/he will attend Executive Committee meetings and interact regularly with postdoctoral fellows, dissertation fellows, and undergraduate and graduate students. The Associate Director also participates in the postdoctoral fellowship program. Performs other duties as assigned. PhD required, along with depth of interest and scholarly expertise in the study of religion. The ability to help conceptualize conferences and other events is necessary. Expertise in reading fellowship applications and discerning strong intellectual projects. Strong interpersonal, writing (letter and grant), and communications skills are a must. Computer literacy is required; web design experience is preferred. Salary is commensurate with experience. Please submit letter of interest and resume or Curriculum Vitae by January 6, 2004 to [email protected] with Req. 3249 in the subject line or mail to: Princeton University, Office of Human Resources, 1 New South Req. 3249, Princeton, NJ 08554. For more information about the Center for the Study of Religion, visit www.princeton.edu/~csrelig. Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. Princeton University. Lecturers, Princeton Writing Program. We invite applications for full-time lecturers to teach small, topic-based writing seminars to freshmen. Seminar topics span the disciplines, and this year we expect to focus on hiring candidates in the sciences and social sciences. College-level teaching experience and the PhD are required. The teaching expectation is four writing seminars per year (two per term). The appointment period is one year, renewable for up to five years of total service. The academic year salary for 2004-2005 will be a minimum of $44,500. The application deadline is February 15, 2003. For further information and application details, visit web.princeton.edu/writing/teaching.htm. Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. University of Reading in England (between Oxford and London). The Sociology Department invites applications for a permanent position at the assistant/advanced assistant professor level (UK Lecturer Grade A and B; �22,191-�33,679) tenable as soon as possible. This is part of a rebuilding program that started in 1999 involving a new curriculum, the creation of a Centre for Social Research and the appointment of eight new faculty members. We seek outstanding candidates who can bring excellence to a young and dynamic department. Areas of interest are open. To apply, please fill out a University of Reading application form and send it, along with a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, and two samples of written work, to: Personnel Office (Cite Reference AC0350). Please, also arrange to have three letters of reference sent to the same address. For further information on the department, on this position and the interviewing process, and for a downloadable copy of the application form visit our website at: http://www.reading.ac.uk/sociology or contact Libby Schweber at [email protected]. The deadline for applications is January 15, 2004. Rider University. The Department of Sociology invites applicants for a tenure-track faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor, beginning September 2004. The ideal candidate should have demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas: Race, Law and Society, Gender, Deviance and Crime, as well as an interest in policy research/analysis. Candidates should be committed to excellence in teaching undergraduates and show promise of ongoing scholarship. The applicant is expected to hold the PhD at the time of appointment. Teaching load is three courses per semester. Please send letter of application, Vita, and names of references to Manager of Employment, Rider University, 2083 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648- 3099. Position # 231105. Review of applications will begin January 15, 2004 and continue until position is filled. Rider University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, or any other non-job related criteria. Visit Rider on the Internet: www.rider.edu. Rochester Institute of Technology. The College of Liberal Arts invites nominations and applications for the Caroline Warner Gannett Professor of the Humanities, an endowed chair, to begin Fall, 2004. The College of Liberal Arts is seeking an accomplished and enthusiastic scholar and teacher to lead the faculty within the College of Liberal Arts and across the Institute in considering issues of scientific and technological change. The Gannett Professor will establish and sustain a conversation of national significance regarding how the Liberal Arts disciplines can infuse-theoretically, practically and pedagogically-our understanding of and engagement with technology. As such, the Gannett Professor will have an opportunity to shape the future of Liberal Arts education at technological and other universities nationwide. Candidates should have a PhD or its equivalent, a record of excellence in scholarship, and experience appropriate to the position as defined above. Responsibilities will include leading faculty in workshops, colloquia and conferences, with modest teaching duties. The appointment is tenurable at the Professor rank in the College of Liberal Arts; the disciplinary field is open; an ability to cross and bridge disciplinary boundaries is a requirement. Salary and conditions of appointment are competitive. Review of completed applications will begin on January 19, 2004. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Send statement of interest, Curriculum Vitae, and supporting documentation to: Timothy H. Engstr�m, Department of Philosophy, College of Liberal Arts, Rochester Institute of Technology, 92 Lomb Memorial Drive, Rochester, NY 14623-5604. Further inquiries to: [email protected]. RIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer; both RIT and the College of Liberal Arts seek faculty with an ability to contribute in meaningful ways to our commitment to cultural diversity and pluralism. Roosevelt University. The School of Policy Studies invites applications for a tenure- track, Assistant Professor Position in Sociology beginning fall 2004. We are especially interested but not limited to candidates with primary teaching and research interests in the area of social inequality (class, race, ethnicity, gender, etc.). The candidate should be able to teach undergraduate courses, as well as core classes in the Master's of Sociology program, and is expected to contribute to the social justice mission of the program. PhD expected by the time of appointment. The deadline for submission of applications has been extended until January 1, 2004. Please submit a letter of application, current Vitae, statement of current research and teaching interests, three letters of reference and a list of contact information on each reference (address, e-mail, and telephone number) to: Pamela M. Robert, Chair of Faculty Search Committee, School of Policy Studies, Roosevelt University, 430 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60605. Roosevelt University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Saginaw Valley State University. The Sociology Department seeks applicants for a full- time, tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Sociology position with specialization in Complex Organizations. The field of specialization within Organizational Sociology is open, however candidates with a strong background in Health and Medicine are preferred. The successful candidate must demonstrate a strong ability to teach and a willingness to contribute to the Sociology Department's offerings in general education, especially Introduction to Sociology and Statistics. Ability to contribute to department's applied sociology focus and/or assist with departmental internship program is a plus. The successful candidate will also be expected to teach at least one graduate-level course per year. While candidates who have completed their PhD by August 2004 will be given first priority, ABD's who will complete their degree within one year of employment will also be considered. SVSU offers excellent benefits package and retirement program. For full consideration, please submit a letter of application, specifying the position of interest with Curriculum Vitae and contact information of three professional references to: Employment & Compensation Services, Saginaw Valley State University, 7400 Bay Road, University Center, MI 48710; e-mail [email protected]. Screening of applicants will begin December 15, 2003 and will continue until the position is filled. For more information about SVSU, visit our website at www.svsu.edu. SVSU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. School of American Research (SAR) announces a new position beginning summer 2004 for a full time senior-level scholar to assist the current SAR faculty in the identification of new, critical areas of inquiry in the social sciences. This is a rotating two-year position as a part of the academic programs at SAR. Primary role will be to assist the President with ongoing intellectual programs and to work with the entire SAR faculty to plan a series of seminars, discussions, courses, and lectures around emerging areas of important thought and research. This position provides a full salary, commensurate with academic position, housing, and funded research time. The ideal candidate is a senior individual at a university willing to take a two-year leave of absence in Santa Fe to develop academic programs, within the new, Board approved strategic vision for SAR, and to initiate a series of future activities. For questions about SAR, see website: www.sarweb.org. Candidates may submit a full Curriculum Vitae, a letter outlining your view of developing issues within the social sciences as well as a statement about your personal research, and three names and addresses for references. For application packet, please use the following e-mail: [email protected]. Or contact Carol Sager, Personnel Manager, PO Box 2188, Santa Fe, NM 87504-2188. Application packet requests must be received by January 1, 2004. No spontaneous interviews, please. University of the Sciences in Philadelphia. The Misher College of Arts & Sciences invites applications for the position of Chair, Department of Social Sciences, to begin July 2, 2004. The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal and leadership skills and will have the vision and ability to bring the department to the next level of national recognition and achievement. The department consists of ten faculty positions and one staff member. It provides over 50 required and elective courses each semester in sociology, psychology, communication, and economics, as a component of a core curriculum, with an academic minor program available in all four disciplinary areas. Undergraduate and graduate majors in psychology are also offered, with plans underway for new curricular developments, especially an innovative sociology program. The chair will provide leadership for the department and the new sociology program. Other responsibilities include recruitment and development of faculty to achieve the teaching, research and service missions of the department; budget planning and administration; and participation in leadership and planning at the college and university levels, including collaboration with other departments and programs. The candidate must have a research- based doctorate in an area relevant to the social sciences, and a distinguished record of teaching, research, and service. Experience in developing and implementing academic programs is desirable, as is additional administrative experience. Candidates should submit a Curriculum Vitae, a letter of application that addresses their teaching, research and administrative experience, and contact information for at least three references to [email protected] or to: Social Science Chair Search, Misher College of Arts & Sciences, University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, 600 S. 43rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104. For additional information, contact Mignon Adams, Chair of the Search Committee, [email protected] or (215) 596-8791. Evaluation of applications will begin November 24, 2003, and will continue until the position is filled. USP is a unique health sciences university of 2800 undergraduate and graduate students, with programs in the natural sciences, pharmacy, and other health-related areas. Founded in 1821 as the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, it is located on a growing campus in Philadelphia's University City, close to other major universities and health care institutions. Consult our web site at www.usip.edu for additional information. Seton Hall University, an affiliate of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Newark and one of the largest Diocesan Universities in the nation, seeks an energetic colleague who can teach Introductory and Elective courses for the Department of Sociology and Anthropology. Located in suburban Essex County, the university is committed to multi- culturalism, web based learning (including Distance learning), and retains a highly diverse faculty, administration, staff and student body numbering 9,000. There are two campuses, a law school, and five separate colleges. The Department consists of six faculty and currently offers majors in both Sociology and Anthropology. Candidate should show competence in both disciplines, be familiar with Sociological and Anthropological Theory, and be able to bring an interdisciplinary approach to courses such as sexuality, urban life, ethnographic research, social change, medicine and health, material culture, post-modernism, community studies, and religion. Applicants should have a PhD. This tenure track position opens at the Assistant Professor rank in September 2004. Teaching load 4/4 with a regular one-course reduction each semester for research; teaching regularly includes core courses and upper-level courses in specialty. Summer teaching and research grants are available. Excellent benefits and attractive sabbatical policy. Applicants must possess an understanding of and willingness to support the Seton Hall University Catholic Mission. Candidates should send letter of intent, Curriculum Vita, three letters of recommendation, and evidence of scholarship and skills by January 15, 2004 to: Anthony Haynor, Chair of the Department of Sociology and Anthropology, Seton Hall University, 400 South Orange Avenue, South Orange, NJ 07079. Visit our website at www.shu.edu. Seton Hall University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Shippensburg University. The Sociology/Anthropology Department seeks candidates for a tenure track Assistant Professor position beginning August 2004. Responsibilities: In addition to teaching Introduction to Society, possible areas of specialization include: social psychology, sociology of work and occupations and medical sociology. Various combinations of secondary specializations considered. Qualifications and requirements: (1) Earned doctorate or appropriate terminal degree (ABD at time of hire may be considered); (2) Demonstrated commitment to teaching effectiveness; (3) Evidence of on- going scholarly or creative activity. College level teaching experience is preferred and a demonstration of teaching effectiveness will be required as part of the interview. A terminal degree from an accredited institution is required for tenure. All candidates must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the US upon appointment. Shippensburg University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Review of applications begins November 15, 2003, and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants must send a letter of application, current Curriculum Vitae, official undergraduate and graduate transcripts, three letters of reference and copies of course outlines to: Search Committee, Department of Sociology/Anthropology, 1871 Old Main Drive, Shippensburg, PA 17257. For additional information, call Dr. Konetschni or Dr. Pineda-Volk at (717) 477-1735. Applications will not be reviewed unless all supporting material is submitted. Soka University of America invites application for a full-time Assistant Professor of Sociology to begin employment late August of 2004. Candidates must hold a PhD at the initial time of employment. A specialty in Social Movements/Social Change is required with a cross-cultural and global focus. In addition, the successful candidate should be able to teach sociological theory and at least two interdisciplinary courses that satisfy the university's general education and core curriculum. Applicants with the ability to teach courses addressing race, ethnicity and gender are highly desirable. Solid evidence of teaching experience, commitment to teaching and research, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across disciplines are essential requirements. This position entails an initial three- year contract, renewable thereafter on a five-year basis. Soka University of America offers a challenging program in the liberal arts with a focus on the Pacific Rim. The university is committed to an inter-disciplinary academic program that reflects its vision of an integrated and multidisciplinary approach to education. The university aims to foster stimulating and rewarding intellectual relationships among faculty and between faculty and students through collaboration and mentoring. An appreciation of the centrality of peace, freedom and human rights is the founding impetus for the university and its mission. Interested applicants should send a letter of application, Curriculum Vitae, at least three letters of recommendation, examples of research or publications and a statement of teaching and research interests to: Michael Hays, Dean of Faculty, Soka University, 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656. Deadline for applications is December 12, 2003. SUA is an Equal Opportunity employer. For more information about the university visit the website at www.soka.edu. Southeastern Louisiana University. The Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice is seeking applicants for a tenure-track position of Assistant/Associate Professor position in applied sociology, beginning in the Fall 2004. We seek a person to help build our new Masters of Science in Applied Sociology program. Candidates with teaching and research experience in some aspect of applied sociology, community development, participatory action research, and/or environmental sociology are preferred, but all areas of interest with an applied application will be considered. The position will involve teaching undergraduate sociology courses and graduate courses, advising, maintaining an active program of research and publication, and services. Qualifications: PhD in Sociology or closely related field. Applicants must be committed to working with diversity. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. To guarantee review, application materials must be received by February 20, 2004. Qualified applicants should send letters of application, Curriculum Vita, evidence of teaching effectiveness, three current letters of reference, and a copy of all transcripts (originals required upon employment) to: Bonnie Lewis, Chair, Search Committee, Sociology and Criminal Justice Department, Southeastern Louisiana University, SLU 10686, Hammond, LA 70402. SLU is an Affirmative Action/ADA/Equal Opportunity Employer. Southeastern Louisiana University. The Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice invites applications for the position of Department Head. This is a twelve-month appointment. Sociology and Criminal Justice is a graduate level department offering a Master of Science degree in Applied Sociology, the only such degree in Louisiana. Bachelor of Arts degrees are offered in Sociology and in Criminal Justice in addition to a two-year Associate degree program in Criminal Justice. Anthropology and Geography courses are also taught within the department. With nearly 600 majors, the Department is one of the largest in the College of Arts and Sciences. The faculty consists of ten tenured or tenure track positions, three full-time Instructors, and part-time lecturers. Southeastern Louisiana University, a member of the University of Louisiana System, is a growing, comprehensive University with current enrollment over 15,000 students. It is located approximately 45 miles from both New Orleans and Baton Rouge. Minimum qualifications are (1) a PhD in one of the above disciplines, or a closely related area; (2) commitment to quality undergraduate and graduate education; (3) dedication to graduate work in Applied Sociology; (4) a strong record of research and publication; (5) administrative experience and/or evidence of leadership at the departmental level; and (6) an overall record consistent with an appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. The appointment will begin June 1, 2004. To insure consideration, application materials must be received by February 15, 2004. Southeastern Louisiana University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants should send letter of interest, a Curriculum Vita, three letters of reference, and copies of all transcripts (official copies required upon employment) to: Kenneth Bolton, Jr. Search Committee, Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice, SLU 10686, Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond, LA 70402. Spring Hill College, a Jesuit liberal arts college, seeks an Assistant Professor of Sociology for a tenure track position beginning August 2004. The PhD is required, and applicants should be able to teach courses in Juvenile Delinquency, Deviance, Social Theory, Social Psychology, Social Problems, and Introduction to Sociology. Spring Hill emphasizes the importance of quality teaching in its faculty. Send letter of application, Vita, academic transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to: Larry D. Hall, Chair, Department of Sociology, Spring Hill College, 4000 Dauphin St., Mobile, AL 36608; e- mail [email protected]. Application review begins November 1, 2003, and continues until position is filled. An Equal Opportunity Employer. College of Staten Island, a senior college of The City University of New York. The Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work seeks applications for an anticipated tenure-track position as assistant professor, beginning September 2004. Required: PhD in Anthropology or Sociology. We are seeking an interdisciplinary scholar in feminist/gender studies working in the areas of postcoloniality, globalization, and/or transnationality who has conducted fieldwork outside of the USA and Europe. Candidates interested in comparative socio-historical analysis are encouraged to apply. Research themes might include women and economic transformation; women's health globally; migration/refugees/diaspora movements and communities; militarism and global violence; domestic violence and victimization; gender, race and representation; global connections of indigenous peoples; and reparation movements and interracial justice. Responsibilities include: teaching courses cross-listed with Women's Studies; working in collaboration with faculty in the Women's Studies Program to strengthen and develop the gender and women's studies both within the Women's Studies Program and the College; performing department and college service; and engagement in an active and productive research agenda. The successful candidate will present credentials appropriate for appointment to the doctoral faculty of the CUNY Graduate School. Salary range $47,331-$61,111, commensurate with qualifications. Review of applications will begin on December 15, 2003 and continue until the position is filled. Send letter of application, Curriculum Vitae, and the names, address, and telephone numbers of three references to: Chair, Women's Studies Search Committee, College of Staten Island, 2800 Victory Blvd., 4S-223, Staten Island, NY 10314. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA employer. State University of New York-Oswego seeks candidates for the Chair of Sociology. This is a tenured appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. The Sociology Department has seven permanent and one temporary faculty, 65 majors and a strong service component. The department has just completed comprehensive self-study and is in the process of recommending changes to its program. We seek a person who will lead the department in re-defining its identity as a result of the current self-study and recent mandated revisions in the college�s general education program. This position is currently pending budgetary approval. The candidate must currently hold rank at either the Associate or Professor level, and have an established record of excellent teaching, scholarly and creative activities and publication; evidence of an active research agenda, college service, and higher education administrative experience. The candidate must hold a PhD in Sociology; the primary areas of specialization are open but diversity/multicultural topics would be desired. Additionally, the candidate must have (1) demonstrated administrative experience and skills (e.g., as department chair, program director, or successful leader in curriculum reform), (2) the ability to work effectively and collegially with others, (3) knowledge of current issues in Sociology and higher education in SUNY. Salary will be commensurate with rank and experience within the SUNY system. Applicants should submit a letter of application, resume, official graduate transcripts, samples of publications, course evaluations, and four letters of reference (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of those submitting references) to: M.F. Stuck ([email protected]), Chair of the Search Committee, Sociology Department, Mahar Hall, SUNY-Oswego, Oswego, NY 13126. Review of applications will begin February 1, 2004, and will continue until the position is filled. SUNY-Oswego is an Affirmative Action Employer. University of Texas-Arlington (UT-Arlington). Academic Position Announcement, Two Tenure Track Assistant Professor Positions. The School of Urban and Public Affairs (SUPA) invites applications for two tenure track positions at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning fall 2004. Applicants must hold a PhD degree or be ABD with completion of all requirements authenticated by June 30, 2004. One of the candidates should be able to teach graduate-level courses in urban social sciences, public policy, and-or city and regional planning. The other desired candidate should have a clear focus in public administration capable of teaching in our common curriculum, human resources (public management sub-field), PA theory (public administration proper), management, or organizational environments. Candidates with scholarly, interdisciplinary backgrounds in applied research or policy settings are encouraged to apply. (see www.uta.edu/supa/ for more information>). Applicants are required to send a letter of interest, Vita, representative sample(s) of research, and a list of three references (no electronic submittals accepted) to: Joel B. Goldsteen, Chair, Faculty Search Committee, School of Urban and Public Affairs, Box 19588, The University of Texas- Arlington, Arlington, TX 76019-0588. Inquiries can be directed to [email protected]. Review of applications begins November 14, 2003 and will continue until the position is filled. Positions available pending budgetary approval. The University of Texas at Arlington is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. University of Texas-El Paso. Assistant /Associate Professor-MPA. Seeking to fill two tenure-track public admin. positions w/ joint appts. in the College of Liberal Arts or College of Business. May include percentage appt. in Institute for Policy & Economic Development. Will teach core MPA graduate courses. PhD or equiv. & identifiable research agenda req'd. Rank open. Local economic development/urban interests, org. behavior, leadership & HR are desired. This position is security-sensitive & subject to Texas Education Code �51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation. Submit Curriculum Vitae, at least three references & a letter of interest by January 1, 2004 to: Dennis L. Soden, Executive Director, Institute for Policy & Economic Development, 500 W. University-COB Room 314, El Paso, TX 79968-0703; (915) 747-7974; fax (915) 747-7948; e-mail [email protected]. For further information see www.utep.edu & www.iped.utep.edu. UTEP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran's status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services. University of Texas-San Antonio. The Department of Sociology invites applications for a tenure track position, pending budgetary approval, beginning Fall 2004. Rank is open and salary is competitive. Responsibilities of the successful candidate will be to pursue an active research and publishing agenda; to teach, advise, and mentor undergraduate and graduate students; and to serve the University and the profession. Teaching assignments will be at graduate and undergraduate levels at both the 1604 and Downtown Campuses. Required Qualifications: a PhD in Sociology or a related field is required for appointment as Assistant Professor or higher; ABD, on or before August 15, 2004, will be considered for appointment at an Instructor level. Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to quality research and teaching. To qualify for Associate or Full Professor Rank, candidates must demonstrate a clear record of success in securing external grants, research, and publication in the field. The candidate must reflect an interest and expertise in either the area of Globalization-Comparative/Historical Sociology, particularly with an industrial or economic emphasis, or open specialization, with special consideration given to candidates with interests in Community Health/Health Disparity. Preferred Qualifications: Ability to teach research methods in addition to their area of interest; Grant writing experience and proven track records of research and publication in their specified area. Applicants must submit an original signed letter of application that should indicate the level of position for which they are applying. Applicants must also send a Curriculum Vitae, examples of scholarly work, teaching evaluations (if available), a list of at least three references, and a copy of graduate transcripts. Electronic applications will not be accepted. Applications should be sent to: Chair, Search Committee, Department of Sociology, The University of Texas at San Antonio, 6900 N. Loop 1604 West, San Antonio, TX 78249-0655. Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2003 and will continue until position is filled. UTSA is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Applicants who are not United States citizens must state their current visa and residency status. Texas A&M University. The Department of Sociology invites applications for a position at the Full Professor level beginning in September 2004. In an effort to increase the national stature of the university and selected academic programs, Texas A&M University will be hiring approximately 400 new faculty members over the next four years. As part of this effort, the College of Liberal Arts recently awarded the Department of Sociology four new faculty positions (one at the full professor level, one at the associate professor level, and two at the assistant professor level) to further strengthen its race and ethnicity specialization. The searches for these positions will take place over the next three years. These four positions supplement two new positions that the Department recently received to strengthen its Latin American research program. For the Full Professor position for which we are currently recruiting we seek an individual with an exceptionally strong research record in the area of race and ethnicity. The selected individual is expected to provide leadership to the Department's research and teaching program in the area of race and ethnicity and to assist in the recruitment of faculty to fill the other three new race and ethnicity positions over the following two years. Candidates should submit a letter describing their current research and teaching interests, a Curriculum Vita, examples of scholarly work, and the name of three references to: Eduardo Bonilla-Silva, Chair of Full Professor Race/Ethnicity Recruitment Committee, Department of Sociology, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843-4351; e- mail [email protected]. Review of applications will begin January 12, 2004 and will continue until the position is filled. Texas A&M University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Texas A&M University-Kingsville. The Department of Psychology and Sociology invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position, beginning Fall 2004. We are seeking a candidate whose research interests include areas such as social inequalities, stratification and social mobility, inequalities within the prison system, minority health, or health disparities. Qualifications include a PhD in Sociology from a regionally accredited university, evidence of potential excellence in research and teaching, and demonstrated interest in developing research programs that have the potential of receiving federal funding or other external support. The candidate will be expected to teach full-time (12 credit hours) per semester. Specific teaching areas are flexible, but commitment to effective undergraduate and graduate teaching is expected. Salary is competitive. Texas A&M University-Kingsville is part of the Texas A&M University system. It is located in Kingsville, Texas, about 40 miles south of Corpus Christi, and 160 miles southeast of San Antonio. More information about the university can be found at www.tamuk.edu, and the department website, www.tamuk.edu/psycsoci. Review of complete applications will start January 15, 2004, and continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should send a letter of application, Curriculum Vita, copies of written work, transcript, and three letters of reference to: Trudy Anderson, Chair, Search Committee, Department of Psychology and Sociology, MSC 177, Texas A&M University-Kingsville, Kingsville, TX 78363. Finalists must have official transcripts mailed to Texas A&M University-Kingsville directly from each degree-granting institution prior to an on-campus interview. Texas A&M University-Kingsville is committed to excellence; the University invites applications from all qualified applicants. EED/Affirmative Action/ADA. University of Toronto. The Centre of Criminology and Woodsworth College invite applications for a tenure-stream joint appointment at the rank of assistant professor. The successful candidate will have a doctorate in the social sciences, humanities, or law; and research and teaching interests in policing, security, and criminal justice institutions. The appointment will begin as early as July 1, 2004. Applicants should have a completed doctorate at the time of appointment and have demonstrated promise of excellence in teaching and in scholarly research and publication. As the appointment is shared (60% Criminology, 40% Woodsworth College), the appointee will be expected to teach courses in the undergraduate programme in criminology at Woodsworth College and in the graduate programme at the Centre of Criminology. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas. Applications should include a covering letter, Curriculum Vitae, and two article-length samples of written work. Applicants should also arrange for three letters of reference to be submitted under separate cover. All correspondence should be sent to: Jim Phillips, Director, Centre of Criminology, 130 St. George Street, Room 8001, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5S 3H1. Applications will be reviewed beginning January 1, 2004 until the position is filled. Additional information about the Centre of Criminology can be obtained at www.criminology.utoronto.ca. University of Toronto. The Department of Political Science invites applications for an open rank, tenure-stream appointment in Immigration and Governance. The Department will nominate the successful applicant for a Canada Research Chair, either at the Tier 1 (senior) level or Tier 2 (junior) level. The Government of Canada funds the Canada Research Chairs' Program to promote internationally recognized research in Canadian universities. (For details see www.chairs.gc.ca) Accordingly, whether at Tier 1 or Tier 2, candidates are expected to be scholars of real distinction whose research and teaching will make major contributions to the quality and stature of the Department. The ideal candidate (at either the Tier 1 or Tier 2 level) would be one whose work straddles political theory, comparative politics and public policy studies with regard to international migration and migration policy. Our aspiration is to attract a scholar whose work draws together the intellectual concerns of political philosophers, legal scholars, students of migration within sociology and students of ethnicity within cultural anthropology. We are prepared to consider applications from outstanding scholars whose work does not satisfy all of these criteria but does clearly fit under the rubric of Immigration and Democratic Governance and includes explicit normative dimensions. Applicants should include the names and contact information (including e-mail) of three referees. Applicants should also send a Curriculum Vitae, copies of representative publications and statements on research and teaching to: Robert Vipond, Chair, Department of Political Science, University of Toronto, 100 St. George Street, Room 3018, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5S 3G3. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community. The University especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas. The University of Toronto offers the opportunity to teach, conduct research and live in one of the most diverse cities in the world. The University also offers opportunities to work in a range of collaborative programs including Aboriginal, Canadian, environmental, ethno-cultural, sexual diversity, gender and women's studies. We will begin review of applications on January 4, 2004. We will accept applications after that date but cannot promise that they will be given full consideration. The appointment will begin on July 1, 2004 (or thereafter). Salary will be commensurate with experience. Trinity College (Hartford, CT). The Women, Gender, and Sexuality Program seeks candidates for a tenure-track position at the advanced assistant or associate level to teach courses in gender and sexuality, gay and lesbian studies, feminist theory, and queer theory. The candidate should have significant publications and teaching experience in these fields and must be prepared to assume the directorship of the program in the near future, on a rotating basis. PhD required; field open. Trinity College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from women, minorities and handicapped persons. Send cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, and three letters of recommendation by February 1, 2004 to: WMGS Search Committee, c/o Juliet Manalan (97-99 Crescent Street Building), Trinity College, 300 Summit Street, Hartford CT 06106. Utah State University. The Department of Sociology, Social Work, & Anthropology invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Sociology, beginning August 2004. We seek a candidate specializing in Social Change. Preferred secondary areas of specialization include one or more of the following: Community, Sociology of Development, Social Movements &/or Political Sociology. Experience conducting quantitative research on dynamics & impacts of social change is preferred; ability to connect to existing departmental strengths is desirable. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate & graduate courses in areas of specialization & one or more course in social theory, research methods, statistics, &/or introductory sociology. The successful candidate must demonstrate significant accomplishments or clear potential to develop a research record that includes scholarly publications & extramural funding. Commitment to excellence in teaching & service is essential. An earned PhD by date of appointment is required for employment at the Assistant Professor level. The Department offers bachelor degrees in sociology, social work & anthropology and masters & doctoral degrees in sociology. USU is a land-grant university with a Carnegie Doctoral Extensive designation. Departmental information may be accessed at www.usu.edu/sswa/. Application materials including (a) letter of interest, (b) Vita, (c) three letters of reference, & (d) transcripts should be sent to: E. Helen Berry, Chair, Social Change Search Committee, Department of Sociology, Social Work, & Anthropology, 0730 Old Main Hill, Utah State University, Logan, UT 84322-0730. Review of applications begins January 15 & continues until position is filled. USU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer employer. Women, minorities, veterans, & people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation in all aspects of employment is prohibited by USU policy. Virginia Commonwealth University. The Department of Sociology in the College of Humanities and Sciences invites applicants for one tenure-track position at the beginning or advanced Assistant Professor level. We are interested in candidates with a PhD in sociology, who conduct collaborative/participatory work with community agencies and organizations, have a demonstrated record of external funding, and strengths in one or more of the following sociological specialties: Community, Education, Political, Social Psychology, Stratification, and Urban. The department has a developing interest in work in the area of domestic violence/sexual assault. The department offers an MS degree in Sociology that focuses on social problems and social change. This program bridges basic and applied research by including a practicum on participatory action research. Sociology faculty members have opportunities for involvement in the interdisciplinary doctoral program in public policy. Salary is competitive and is dependent upon qualifications and professional experience. VCU is an urban university with a diverse student body. Information about the university www.vcu.edu and the department www.has.vcu.edu/soc/ may be found on the Internet. Candidates should submit: (1) a letter outlining their qualifications for this position, especially their research agenda and history of external funding; (2) a Curriculum Vitae; (3) evidence of teaching effectiveness (i.e., course syllabi, student evaluations, and handouts); and (4) three letters of recommendation to: Search Committee Chair, Department of Sociology, PO Box 842040, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA 23284. Review of applications will begin February 1, 2004. Virginia Commonwealth University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Washburn University. The Sociology/Anthropology Department invites applications for tenure track Assistant Professor of Sociology beginning August 2004. Qualifications: PhD in Sociology preferred, ABD considered for Instructor rank; PhD required for Assistant Professor and tenure. Strong commitment to undergraduate education, interdisciplinary work required; active research program involving undergraduates desirable; university-level teaching experience preferred. Responsibilities: Teach Introduction to Sociology, Criminology, and Deviance; additional specialties considered. Application review begins January 15 and continues until suitable candidate identified. Send letter of application, Curriculum Vita, copies of recent scholarly work, graduate transcripts, names/addresses/phone numbers of three references to: Bruce Zelkovitz, Chair, Sociology/Anthropology Department, Washburn University, Topeka, KS 66621; e-mail [email protected]. To enrich education through diversity, Washburn University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates from under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. www.washburn.edu. University of Washington. Assistant Professor. The Center for Studies in Demography and Ecology intends to make a tenure-track appointment in the area of population and environment or population and health. The appointment will be in one of our affiliate departments: Anthropology, Economics, Geography, Political Science, Sociology or Statistics. The position will provide 50% salary support, with the other 50% expected to come from the applicant's funded projects. PhD required by the start of appointment. Duties include undergraduate and graduate teaching and independent research. Expertise in quantitative methods, including (but not limited to) complex multi-level modeling (computer simulation, agent-based modeling, spatio-temporal modeling, etc.) is highly desirable. Applications, including a Curriculum Vitae, statement of research and teaching interests, and three letters of recommendation, should be sent to: Jean Brouelette, Administrator, Box 353412, University of Washington, Seattle, WA 98195. Base salary for nine-month academic year is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Priority will be given to applications received before January 15, 2004. The University of Washington is building a culturally diverse faculty and strongly encourages applications from women and minority candidates. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. University of Washington, Seattle WA. The Department of Medical History and Ethics, School of Medicine, seeks a full time faculty at the Assistant Professor level for a research-oriented position supported by extramural funding. Responsibilities will include research in biomedical ethics (60-80% of effort), teaching in departmental programs (10- 20% of effort), and other academic/administrative activities (10-20% of effort). Candidates must have doctoral degree prior to appointment, and must present evidence of outstanding research ability in bioethics. Appointee will be expected to develop vigorous, extramurally-funded research program in his/her areas of interest. Preferred areas of specialization are ethical issues in cross-cultural health care, human subjects research, and end-of-life. Competence in the following applied ethics areas is desirable: feminism, genetics, reproductive technologies, and public health. To learn more about our multidisciplinary department and faculty, visit our website: depts.washington.edu/mhedept/. Applications are due by February 1, 2004 and must include a Curriculum Vitae with a complete list of publications, grants, and teaching experience; a summary of research interests and future plans; three letters of reference; and one writing sample. Send materials to: Search Committee, Department of Medical History and Ethics, University of Washington, Box 357120, Seattle, WA 98195-7120. The UW is building a culturally diverse faculty and strongly encourages applications from female and minority candidates. The UW is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Washington State University. The Department of Sociology at Tri-Cities seeks promising scholars for nine-month appointment at the rank of Assistant/Associate (tenure-track) professor, to begin August 2004. The primary area of specialization is open. However, preference will be given to candidates with the following specializations or a combination thereof: environment and human ecology, family, social psychology, social inequality, race/ethnicity, gender, crime and deviance, and statistics and methods. It is expected that candidates will have a PhD completed at the time the appointment begins. Qualified candidates will have an excellent record of research and be prepared to teach and mentor both undergraduate and graduate students. At the undergraduate level, the successful candidate will be expected to teach required course in social statistics, research methods and theory, in addition to his or her area of specialization. The candidate's teaching ability will be an important consideration. Washington State University Tri-Cities is located in Richland, WA, on the banks of the Columbia River and serves about 1200 upper-division undergraduate and graduate students. The Tri-Cities (Richland, Pasco, and Kennewick-population 150,000) are located in the wine country of south-central Washington at the confluence of the Columbia, Yakima, and Snake Rivers. Locally, there is a large Hispanic population, and scientific, engineering, and agricultural communities that should provide excellent research opportunities. Applicants should send a letter of interest, Curriculum Vitae, samples of written work, and three letters of reference to: Thomas Rotolo, Chair of Search Committee, Department of Sociology, Washington State University, Pullman, WA 99164-4020. Review of applications will commence February 2, 2004 and will continue until a candidate is selected. Washington State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, members of ethnic minorities, Vietnam-era or disabled veterans, persons of disability, and persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply. Westminster College, Salt Lake City, UT. The Division of Social Sciences: invites applications for a position in justice studies at the assistant or associate professor level to begin summer 2004.Area of expertise is open. The successful applicant will be expected to supervise the development of the Justice Studies major/minor. Teaching requirements will include: Introduction to Criminal Justice, Criminology, and courses in the applicant's area of interest. Supervision of internships is also required. Minimum qualifications for the position include: An earned PhD in criminal justice or closely related field from an accredited university and a strong interest in teaching at the undergraduate level. Applicants should send a letter of application that will help us get to know you and your philosophy of teaching and learning, in general, and criminal justice, in particular, Vita, transcripts and the names and telephone numbers of five references to: Mary Jane Chase, Dean, School of Arts and Sciences, Westminster College, 1840 South 1300 East, Salt Lake City, UT 84105; e-mail [email protected]. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Westminster College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. The Department of Sociology has reopened a faculty search suspended last year because of financial constraints and invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level beginning August 23, 2004. PhD in Sociology required by effective date of appointment. Primary specialization in sex and gender. Secondary specialization in one area that will expand the expertise of current faculty members is desirable. Effective teaching skills and an active interest in scholarly development are essential. Duties include teaching undergraduate courses in Sociology of Gender, Sociology of Women, Introduction to Sociology, and one other area of specialization and engaging in scholarly activities. Salary competitive. Completed applications consist of letter of application which includes a description of teaching philosophy and research interests; Curriculum Vitae; unofficial transcripts of all graduate work (please provide titles for any special topics and/or independent reading courses); evidence of teaching effectiveness including most recent teaching evaluations if available; a writing sample exemplifying your best scholarly work; and three letters of recommendation. Completed applications must be received by February 11, 2004 to be guaranteed consideration. Send materials to: Donald A. Nielsen, Chair, Department of Sociology, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, Eau Claire, WI 54702-4004. The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Racial/ethnic minorities and women are especially encouraged to apply. University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. The Department of Sociology/Archaeology invites applications for one full-time tenure track position at the Assistant Professor level to begin in late August 2004. Qualified candidates will join the 14-member department, nine of whom are sociologists. This person should be dedicated to serving our approximately 250 majors and all students in the General Education program while pursuing interests in research and service. Faculty teach 12 credit hours (four courses/three preparations) each semester. The successful candidate will teach research methods and introductory sociology as well as courses within their area of expertise. Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in two or more of the following teaching areas: evaluation research, applied sociology/sociological practice, medical sociology, or gerontology. The applicant will have the opportunity to become involved in the Center for Death Education & Bioethics, which is housed on the UW-L campus. Candidates must have completed a PhD in Sociology by the time of appointment. Review of applications will begin on January 21, 2004. Applications received after that date will not be considered. Please send a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, a statement of current research, evidence of teaching ability and three letters of reference to: Sociology Search Committee, Department of Sociology/Archaeology, University of Wisconsin- La Crosse, 1725 State Street, La Crosse, WI 54601. UW-L is nestled within a beautiful small city environment between scenic bluffs and the Mississippi River. La Crosse is only a few hours drive from both Minneapolis, MN to the north and Madison, WI to the southeast. The university enrolls approximately 8,500 students. UW-La Crosse is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Women, persons of color, and individuals with a disability are encouraged to apply. If you have a special need/accommodation to aid your participation in our hiring process, please contact the committee above to make appropriate arrangements. University of Wisconsin-Parkside. Department of Sociology-Anthropology. Assistant Professor. Tenure Track. August 2004. We invite applications from persons able to teach Social Movements or Identity Politics and Sociological Theory. Additional preference will be given to those able to teach one or more of the following: Race and Ethnic Relations, Deviance, Social Conflict, Political Sociology. Successful candidates must have a PhD in Sociology or Anthropology, demonstrated ability to teach the courses listed above, and research productivity and potential. The department has a strong preference for people who can provide students with community based experiences, who have the ability to collaborate-within and across departments and with groups outside the university-whose background and experience prepare them to work effectively with diverse student and faculty populations, and who can contribute to at least one of the interdisciplinary programs on campus. The teaching load is three courses per semester for those with an active research program. Salary is competitive, commensurate with experience and qualifications. University of Wisconsin-Parkside is a primarily undergraduate university of 5,000 students and one of 13 four-year campuses in the University of Wisconsin System, and is located on a 700-acre wooded campus bordered by Milwaukee and Racine to the north and Kenosha and Chicago to the south. Send a letter of application, current Vita, teaching evaluations, and the names of three references to: Helen Rosenberg, Chair, Department of Sociology-Anthropology, University of Wisconsin-Parkside, 900 Wood Road, Kenosha, WI 53141-2000; (262) 595-2177; fax (262) 595-2183; e-mail [email protected]. See our webpage http://www.uwp.edu/academic/sociology. Review of applications will begin February 1, 2004 and we will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. The identities of applicants will be kept confidential before finalists are selected. Finalists' names are considered public information in Wisconsin. UW-Parkside is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/D/M/V/W. University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is searching for a sociologist specializing in the areas of family and gender for a full-time tenure track position at the Assistant Professor level beginning fall 2004 (pending budgetary approval). Teaching assignments will typically be 12 credits per semester and will include a combination of Introductory Sociology, Sociology of Childhood, Sociology of Adolescence, the Family: Cultural Perspectives, Marriage and the Family and the Sociology of Gender. PhD in Sociology preferred for initial appointment. ABDs expecting degree completion by December 2004 will be considered. The department is seeking a person with a strong commitment to, and demonstrated excellence in, undergraduate teaching. Salary commensurate with experience. UWSP is a medium-sized (8,000 students) state university located in central Wisconsin, a region known for a high quality of life. The university has been recognized for its tradition of faculty governance, quality instruction, intellectual openness, and advanced computing facilities. Applications will be considered complete when a full set of credentials (Vita, copies of transcripts, evidence of teaching performance and three letters of recommendation) is received. At least one letter should be related to classroom teaching. Screening of completed applications will begin on February 16, 2004, and will continue until the position is filled. The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Send credentials to: Robert B. Enright, Jr., Chair, Department of Sociology, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, 2100 Main St., Stevens Point, WI 54481; e-mail [email protected]. University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. The Department of Sociology invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning August 22, 2004. Specialization in Forensics. Other areas of need are Sociology of Law, Sociology of Science, and/or Criminology/Criminal Justice. PhD in Sociology, Criminal Justice, or related fields required by start of position. Prior teaching experience is strongly preferred. Candidates will be expected to teach, contribute to university service, publish scholarly works, and seek grants as appropriate. Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff with diverse socioeconomic, cultural, racial/ethnic backgrounds, gender identity/expression, sexual preference/orientation, and abilities/disabilities is expected. Located in a community near the scenic Kettle Moraine State Forest in southeastern Wisconsin, Whitewater is within convenient driving distance to the metropolitan areas of Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago. A complete application must include the following: a letter of application, Vitae, transcripts, supporting teaching materials including student evaluations, publication samples, and three letters of recommendation. Send materials to: Patricia Searles, Chair, Sociology Department, Salisbury Hall, University of Wisconsin- Whitewater, Whitewater, WI 53190; (262) 472-1133; fax (262) 472-2803. Applications received by January 12, 2004 are ensured consideration. Position is open until filled. UW-Whitewater is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. College of Wooster. The Sociology and Anthropology Department invites applicants for a one-year position as visiting assistant professor of sociology for 2004-05. We are seeking a specialist in race and ethnicity who can teach courses on racial and ethnic groups in American society as well as the sociology of the Black experience. Other areas of expertise may include: gender, urban sociology, medical sociology or social psychology. PhD in sociology and teaching experience are desirable. Send letter of application, Vitae, three letters of recommendation, transcripts and teaching evaluations to: David McConnell, Chair, Sociology and Anthropology Department, The College of Wooster, 1189 Beall Avenue, Wooster, OH 44691. Applications received by January 30 will receive full consideration; the search will continue until the position is filled. The College of Wooster is an independent college of the liberal arts and sciences with a commitment to excellence in undergraduate education. The College values diversity, strives to attract qualified women and minority candidates, and encourages individuals belonging to these groups to apply. Wooster seeks to ensure diversity by its policy of making appointments without regard to age, sex, color, race, creed, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or political affiliation. The College of Wooster is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.