Assistant Professor of Instruction

Assistant Professor of Instruction



Job Posting Number: 2027005NTL



Position Description

The Department of Sociology at Texas State University (San Marcos, TX) invites applications for a full-time lecturer position beginning fall 2027. The university has a teaching track that includes promotion; this hire would be at the rank of Assistant Professor of Instruction.
Although the area of specialization is open, the main teaching need to be fulfilled is the ability to teach Introduction to Sociology. The standard teaching load is 4 courses per semester (4-4), typically consisting of 3-4 sections of Introduction to Sociology per term, with occasional opportunities to teach upper-level electives in the candidates area of specialization. The Department of Sociology at Texas State University has a student-centered and collegial faculty that engages in a wide-ranging array of specialties comprised of both quantitative and qualitative methods. The faculty take pride in our strong teaching reputation, while publishing articles and books of national and international significance. The Department of Sociology offers B.A., B.S and M.A., M.S. degrees in Sociology and Applied Sociology. The department also houses an interdisciplinary online Masters program in Dementia and Aging, as well as an interdisciplinary Masters program in Sustainability Studies.Texas State University, a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), is a diverse campus community that includes student enrollments with 38.6% Hispanic and 43% first generation undergraduate students. The institution is classified as a Doctoral University: Higher Research Activity and is located in the quickly developing Austin-San Antonio corridor. Additional information about Texas State and its nationally recognized academic programs is available at www.txstate.edu.



Required Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in sociology, completed by August 1, 2027.
• A record of, or demonstrated potential for, successful teaching in Introduction to Sociology is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• In the Department of Sociology, sections of Introduction to Sociology are roughly 100 students in size and generally taught face-to-face; therefore, preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate an ability to teach in such circumstances.

Quicklink: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/57415



For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/57415 or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.



About Texas State and San Marcos:

Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff



Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.



Why work @ Texas State?
Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions



By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, youll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.


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