Assistant Professor of Sociology, Health & Inequality, Two Positions: (002701-2012)
The Department of Sociology invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions beginning Fall 2013.
Requirements: For position 1, we seek a scholar whose primary research and teaching interests are in crime, law, and deviance. For position 2, we seek a scholar whose primary research and teaching interests are in health and inequality. Secondary areas of interest for both positions are open, but we welcome scholarly contributions to other departmental areas of specialization (http://www.cla.purdue.edu/sociology/programs/index.html). In addition to a vibrant research program, we expect excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Application: Complete applications include: (1) a letter of application stating to which position one is applying and describing research and teaching interests; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) teaching evaluations, if available; (4) sample publication(s); and (5) three letters of recommendation. Electronic applications are preferred and should consist of a single pdf containing all documents (ordered as specified above), except for letters of recommendation.
Address all materials including letters of recommendation to:Sociology Faculty Search Committee, jasmundm@purdue.edu, Department of Sociology, Purdue University, 700 W. State Street, West Lafayette, IN 47907-2059. A PhD in sociology or a related field is required prior to employment.
Purdue offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The university is located in an affordable metropolitan area of 167,000 people, conveniently located between Indianapolis and Chicago. Review of applicants will begin on October 5, 2012, but applications received after this date will be accepted until the position is filled.
A background check will be required for employment in these positions.
Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce.