FacultyProfessor Teaching Assistant - Full-Time

The Sociology Department at the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for an Appointment Stream colleague at the rank of Teaching Assistant Professor, beginning in Fall 2024. Teaching specialization is open, although the successful applicant should demonstrate how their teaching can contribute to the Department's strengths and undergraduate curriculum. The successful applicant must be willing to assume the administrative role of Departmental Undergraduate Advisor. As an Advisor, the professor will advise Sociology majors, and minors, and promote the department to prospective students. The Departmental Advisor works closely with the Director of Undergraduate Studies, with the Undergraduate Committee, interacts with prospective and current students to develop student success, and may join the Department Leadership Team with the Directors of Undergraduate and Graduate Studies and the Chair.

Essential criteria are:

• A Ph.D. in sociology in hand by the time the appointment begins.

• Prior experience in student mentoring and/or advising, and/or willingness to be trained as a Pitt departmental advisor.

• Evidence of successful undergraduate teaching experience.

• Strong commitment to continuous improvement as an undergraduate advisor and to working effectively with diverse undergraduate student audiences, including nontraditional and adult students.

Desired additional criteria are:

• Special consideration will be provided to applicants with evidence of pedagogical publications and/or research.

• Evidence of successful communication strategies to reach and inform a diverse student population.

The Department of Sociology has a world-class reputation as an intellectual leader and has a commitment to high-quality undergraduate education; we invite applicants who can prove a sustained commitment to pedagogical innovation, department-level curricular management, and a strong connection between their research and the classroom teaching they undertake. For more information about the Department, please visit www.sociology.pitt.edu.

The Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences is committed to building and fostering a culturally diverse environment. Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in support of a diverse community are required.

Pittsburgh is consistently ranked one of the most livable cities in America, and the University has a commitment to providing world-class research and computing facilities. Our proximity to other highly active research communities (including Carnegie Mellon University, which is just across the street) and commitment to community-engaged scholarship also make Pitt an exciting and engaging place to work.

Salary is competitive.

Review of applications will begin January 30, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.

To apply, please submit the following:

• Cover letter of 1-2 pages addressed to the Sociology Departmental Advisor Search Committee that summarizes your qualifications for the position and as needed, provides additional relevant information not solicited by other application requirements.

• Current curriculum vitae.

• Statement that details your approach to undergraduate student success in a research university setting.

• Teaching portfolio (12-15 pp.) providing evidence of excellent pedagogy, including teaching philosophy, peer reviews of teaching materials and classroom observations, narrative interpretation of student evaluations (if available), and sample assignments or assignment sequence.

• A description of how your teaching and service demonstrate a commitment to inclusion and diversity.

• Contact information (full name, title, and email) for the three people providing reference letters for you.

Questions can be directed to Dr. Michael Glass, at glass@pitt.edu.

• Assignment Category: Full-time regular

• Campus Pittsburgh

• Required Attachments Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Teaching Statement, Teaching Evaluations, and others (see posting for additional details)

Other Required: Diversity statement

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.