TEACHSOC: Assistant Professor position at Montclair State University

[laura kramer]

SUBJECT TO AVAILABLE FUNDING: Assistant Professor in Sociology with expertise in major social institutions (e.g., family, work, education). Teaching responsibilities will include a mix of introductory and advanced subjects consistent with the candidate’s expertise. The successful applicant will be expected to develop a productive research program and to generate external support for her or his research program. Finally, she or he will be expected to collaborate actively in the department's curriculum renewal process. Qualifications:  Ph.D. in Sociology.  The Ph.D. must be fully completed by 8/31/06.  Candidates should have strong research and quantitative skills, teaching experience, and demonstrate evidence of successful grant acquisition . Starting date: 9/1/06 Apply to: Dr. Jay Livingston                 Montclair State University                 BOX C316  V – F47                 Montclair NJ 07043 Screening begins immediately and continues until position is filled. Montclair State University is New Jersey’s second largest and fastest growing university offering a rich array of programs to approximately 16,000 undergraduate and post-baccalaureate students. Montclair State offers the advantages of a large university – a comprehensive undergraduate curriculum with a global focus, a broad variety of superior graduate programs through the doctoral level, and a diverse faculty and student body – combined with a small college’s attention to students. Characterized by a distinguished cadre of teacher-scholars, and a deep commitment to the values of multicultural diversity, Montclair State University is located 14 miles west of New York City on a beautiful 200-acre suburban campus. Additional information can be found on the MSU website at http://www.montclair.edu