Professor openings from University of Illinois

Faculty Position in Social Inequality
Department of Sociology
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Pending administrative approval, the Department of Sociology at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign welcomes applications and nominations for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor in the field of social inequality, broadly construed. We are especially interested in scholars who approach these topics using quantitative or mixed methods, and whose research trajectory shows promise for seeking external funding. Candidates must possess strong theoretical, analytical, and empirical skills; a commitment to excellence in research and teaching is essential. Successful candidates are expected to teach effectively at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, establish and maintain an active and independent research program, and provide service to the department, the university and the profession.

Applicants must have a promising research agenda and a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching. PhD required at time of application or by June 20, 2016 to be appointed as an Assistant Professor. Target start date is August 16, 2016. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

To apply, create your candidate profile through http://jobs.illinois.edu. Applicants must submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching and research interests, up to three representative publications or conference papers, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and contact information or Interfolio ID for three professional references. References will be contacted electronically within 2-3 days of application submission.

Only applications submitted through the University of Illinois Job Board will be considered. To ensure full consideration, all required application materials must be submitted by October 15th, 2015. Questions about the position or application procedures may be directed to Kevin Leicht at kleicht@illinois.edu Illinois is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a  disability. Illinois welcomes individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusivity.  (www.inclusiveillinois.illinois.edu).

Faculty Position in Transnational Sociology
Department of Sociology
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Pending administrative approval, the Department of Sociology at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign welcomes applications and nominations for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor in the field of transnational sociology, broadly construed with specialization in globalization and gender, transnational gender inequality, transnational feminist or women’s movements, qualitative or mixed methods. Candidates must possess strong theoretical, analytical, and empirical skills; a commitment to excellence in research and teaching is essential. Successful candidates are expected to teach effectively at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, establish and maintain an active and independent research program, and provide service to the department, the university and the profession.

Applicants must have a promising research agenda and a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching. PhD required at time of application or by June 20, 2016 to be appointed as an Assistant Professor. Target start date is August 16, 2016. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

To apply, create your candidate profile through http://jobs.illinois.edu. Applicants must submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching and research interests, up to three representative publications or conference papers, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and contact information or Interfolio ID for three professional references. References will be contacted electronically within 2-3 days of application submission.

Only applications submitted through the University of Illinois Job Board will be considered. To ensure full consideration, all required application materials must be submitted by October 15th, 2015. Questions about the position or application procedures may be directed to Kevin Leicht at kleicht@illinois.edu Illinois is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a  disability. Illinois welcomes individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusivity.  (www.inclusiveillinois.illinois.edu).