Description: 

The Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminal Justice at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater invites applications for an tenure-track Assistant Professor position. The teaching of Demography, Family, and Research Methods are the Department’s primary areas of need.  International experiences or interest is a plus.  Candidates will be expected to teach, publish scholarly works, contribute to department and university service, and seek grants as appropriate.  Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds is expected.

Starting Date:

August 22, 2010

Qualifications

Ph.D. in Sociology required by start of position.  Prior teaching experience is strongly preferred.

Rank:

Assistant Professor

Salary:

Dependent on qualifications and experience.

University:

UW-Whitewater is a premier public regional university with an enrollment of 10,500 students in 45 undergraduate majors and 13 master's degree programs.  It is part of the 26-campus University of Wisconsin system. 

Community:

Whitewater, a city of 13,000, is located in southeastern Wisconsin near the scenic Kettle Moraine State Forest.    It is within convenient driving distance to the metropolitan areas of Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago.   

For further information on the Department, University, and Community, please visit our website at www.uww.edu

 Application:

A complete application packet consists of:  letter of application; curriculum vitae;  three current letters of recommendation; statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness including course evaluations (if available); samples of publications or presented papers; and evidence of ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds.

Interested persons should apply in writing to:

                     Leda Nath, Search Committee Chair

                     Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminal Justice

                     428 White Hall

                     University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

                     Whitewater, WI 53190

Review:

Review of applications will begin October 26, 2009 and continue until position is filled.

Official transcripts and a background check of the successful candidate will be required prior to appointment.