Looking for Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor - Sociology and Criminology in Villanova, PA

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Job title: Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor - Sociology and Criminology

Company: Villanova University

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Posting Number: 2022973F

Position Title: Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor - Sociology and Criminology

Position Type: Faculty

Location: Villanova, PA

Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants

Work Schedule: temporary

Department: 144-Sociology - CRM

Position Summary:



The Department of Sociology and Criminology invites applications for a non-tenure track teaching position at the rank of Visiting Assistant Teaching professor The candidate should have a PhD in Criminology, Sociology or related field.



Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University's mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values especially in regard to community service and social justice.

Duties and Responsibilities:



This teaching position carries 4 courses per semester. The courses will be a mix of introductory courses and upper-level electives. Areas of specialty are open.

Minimum Qualifications:



PhD is required as well as excellence in teaching.

Preferred Qualifications:

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:

Special Message to Applicants:



Applicants must apply online at https://jobs.villanova.edu/. Review of applications begins September 12, 2022 and continues until the position is filled.



Applications must include:



1. Resume / Curriculum Vitae

2. Cover Letter / Letter of interest

3. Summary of Teaching Evaluations

4. Statement of Teaching Philosophy

5 Writing Samples / Publications

6. Transcripts

7. Contact information for at least three references who will receive a secure link to upload letters of recommendation and when the application is submitted.

Posting Date: 09/15/2022

Closing Date (11:59pm ET):

Salary Posting Information:



Competitive

Salary Band: N/A

Job Classification: faculty



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