Job Title Professional Assistant Professor of Sociology Agency Tarleton State University Department Sociology Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Stephenville, Texas Job Type Faculty Job Description The Division of Sociology (https://www.tarleton.edu/sociology/) at Tarleton State University invites applications for a professional track Assistant Professor of Sociology position. This is a 9-month non-tenure-track position located on Tarleton’s main campus in Stephenville, Texas. Summer appointment is dependent upon need and funding availability. Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work and teaching requirements indicate. May be required to teach at other campuses or online at the institution’s discretion. This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching, mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and participate in the necessary operation of the institution. Teaching responsibilities will include a range of undergraduate courses, including Introductory Sociology, Social Problems, and upper-level courses aligned with the successful candidate’s area of expertise. Essential Duties and Responsibilities : 100% Teaching and Service: + Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or laboratory offerings to undergraduate and/or graduate students, which may include general education core curriculum. + Develop course syllabi, select instructional materials, and design assessments such as exams, quizzes, papers, etc. + Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and evaluate student learning outcomes to inform teaching practices and curriculum improvements. + Engage students in active learning, foster critical thinking skills, and provide opportunities for discussion, collaboration, and hands-on learning. + Provide academic support and guidance to students through office hours, feedback on assignments, and mentoring. + Adhere to university policies, academic integrity standards, and accreditation requirements related to teaching responsibilities. + Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technologies, and pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning and engagement. + Engage in ongoing professional development activities to stay current in the field, improve teaching skills, and explore new instructional strategies. + Collaborate with colleagues, departmental faculty, and university staff to coordinate course offerings, share resources, and contribute to program development and improvement. + Participate in institutional service roles including but not limited to, college committees, advisory committees, student/faculty recruitment, and mentoring of new and part-time faculty. Minimum Requirements: + Ph.D. in Sociology (ABD will be considered but the required terminal degree must be posted at the time of appointment) from an accredited university. + Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : Knowledge and understanding of disciplinary subject matter at a level adequate for graduate-level instruction; written and oral communication skills sufficient to conduct effective teaching and research activities; ability to interact with students, staff, and faculty in a professional, collegial, and collaborative manner. ***Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience*** Application Procedure: During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action Employment Applications Must Include (required): + Completed online application + Cover letter addressing approach to teaching and experience recruiting, mentoring, and retaining students + Curriculum vitae or resume + Evidence of teaching excellence (for example, peer or student evaluations) + Three professional references with complete contact information + Unofficial transcripts + Applicants with degrees earned outside the United States must submit transcripts translated into English, along with an official credential evaluation from a recognized service. Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Review of applications will begin October 17, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date is Fall 2026. Official transcripts must be received directly from each degree-granting institution prior to a letter of appointment being issued. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. Founded in 1899, Tarleton State University a founding member of The Texas A&M University System, has a rich history and tradition through generations that have inspired educational excellence. Tarleton maintains a commitment to transformational student experiences and career readiness supported by engaged faculty, staff, and alumni mentors. Tarleton State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), earned the prestigious designation of Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, and is an NCAA Division l athletics member . All links will open to a new tab + Division of Human Resources (https://www.tarleton.edu/hr/index.html) + Benefits + University Leadership (https://www.tarleton.edu/president/) + Research and Economic Development + Traditions and History (https://www.tarleton.edu/traditions/index.html) Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer. If you have questions about submitting your application, please contact employment@tarleton.edu .