Associate Professor

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Position Information Proposed Faculty Rank Associate Professor Department 00950 - Education, Culture & Society City Salt Lake City, UT Track Tenure Track New Position to Begin July 1, 2024 Details The Department of Education, Culture & Society (ECS) in the College of Education at the University of Utah invites applications for a full-time Associate Professor position (tenure track) in Sociology of Education with emphasis in Critical Racial Analysis of Education in Postsecondary Institutions.
ECS is a diverse, multi-disciplinary group of scholars committed to the study and pursuit of social justice in education using cutting-edge frameworks that address class, race, ethnicity, culture, language, immigration status, gender, and sexuality in educational policy and practice.
ECS offers Ph.
D.
, M.
Ed.
, professional and undergraduate program specialties in curriculum theory, cultural studies in education, multilingual/multicultural education (ESL/DLBE), community-engaged pedagogy, and the social foundations of education (anthropology, sociology, history, and philosophy of education).
The department also offers undergraduate courses as a part of our commitment to develop culturally and linguistically responsive, socially just educators and community-engaged scholars.
ECS is deeply committed to fostering collaboration across campus and across the state’s school districts, community-based organizations, and policy networks, to prepare educational professionals who are successful in diverse educational contexts; and to support distinction in teaching, service, and scholarship.
Candidates should have a theory-driven program of research that addresses key questions in race, inequality, structural frameworks, and underrepresented groups while also advancing high-quality qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-methodologies.
Prior experience working within interdisciplinary research teams and experience with community-based research methods are desired.
Required qualifications: An earned doctorate in Education, Sociology of Education, African American Studies, or related field Demonstrated record of scholarly contributions that examine the sociological factors affecting higher education, especially those related to race, ethnicity, and microaggressions commensurate with the rank of Associate Professor at the University of Utah Strong commitment to educational equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) Preferred Qualifications: Proven ability to secure research funding Experience in graduate and undergraduate teaching & advising, including those from historically marginalized backgrounds Record of mentorship of junior scholars Record of community-engaged teaching, research, or service.
Demonstrated leadership abilities Responsibilities: Conduct research that critically investigates the sociological aspects of higher education, with a particular focus on race-related challenges, microaggressions, and/or institutional barriers and publish scholarly works in high-quality outlets Seek external funding related to work Teach four undergraduate and graduate courses a year in areas relevant to the sociology of higher education, racial disparities, microaggressions, and core ECS courses in their area of expertise.
Serve on graduate exam and dissertation committees, Collaborate across departments to further interdisciplinary research initiatives.
Foster community partnerships and community-engagement efforts Mentor and advise undergraduate and graduate students and junior scholars Engage in service to the department, college, and professional communities The College of Education strongly encourages and welcomes all applicants.
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S.
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Application Instructions Review of applications will begin November 15, 2023, and continue until the position is filled.
Submit 1) a cover letter including a statement of professional goals and how your work furthers equitable aspects of learning and teaching for diverse postsecondary populations in the U.
S.
, 2) curriculum vitae (CV), 3) transcripts, 4) two samples of scholarly writing, 5) Teaching Statement, 6) Research Statement, 7) names and current contact information (mailing address, phone, email) of three professional references, and 8) a commitment statement explaining how you will further the goal of building a culturally diverse and inclusive educational environment.
The committee will request letters of recommendation from a small group of finalists.
Applications must be submitted through the University of Utah, Human Resources portal at https://employment.
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edu/ Inquiries regarding the position should be addressed to: Dr.
William Smith (william.
smith@utah.
edu) (Search Co-Chair) Dr.
Cynthia Benally (cynthia.
benally@utah.
edu) (Search Co-Chair) University of Utah, Department of Education, Culture & Society 1721 E.
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Special Instructions for Candidates Open Date 11/15/2023 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Requisition Number PRN01122CF Type Faculty Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Transcripts Curriculum Vitae Teaching Statement Research Statement Writing Sample 1 List of References Writing Sample 2 Commitment Statement - Explain how you will further the goal of building a culturally diverse and inclusive educational environment.
Optional Documents Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.
581.
2169 Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.
581.
2169 after submission Open Date 11/15/2023 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Requisition Number PRN01122CF Type Faculty Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Transcripts Curriculum Vitae Teaching Statement Research Statement Writing Sample 1 List of References Writing Sample 2 Commitment Statement - Explain how you will further the goal of building a culturally diverse and inclusive educational environment.
Optional Documents Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.
581.
2169 Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.
581.
2169 after submission