Job description
Security Sensitive Position?: Yes
Hours of Work: TBA
Posting Number: TSU203717
Official TSU Title: Assistant Professor Tenure-Track (Sociology)
Grant Title: n/a
Job Description Summary / TWC Summary
Entry-level Assistant Professor position whose responsibilities include teaching courses in the undergraduate and graduate sociology curriculum (which may include face-to-face, online, evening and or weekend classes); advising students; maintaining active service and research agendas; seeking/securing external funding to support research endeavors; serving in advisory positions for student organizations; and participating in committee work in the governance of the college and the sociology program.
Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure, which may include communications systems, computer networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grid, hazardous waste treatment or water treatment system.Essential Duties Summary
- Teach across the curriculum at the undergraduate and graduate levels
- Maintain an active research agenda, including seeking and securing external funding
- Advise students
- Serve on departmental, college and university committees
- Serve as faculty advisor for various student organizations
- Participate in professional activities including internal and external conferences and seminars
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
% FTE: 1.0
Hiring Range: $60,577.66-$78,750.00
Education
Ph.D. in Sociology required.Required Licensing/Certification
None required.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Sociological theory, research, and practices.
- Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications.
Skills:
- Detail oriented.
- Problem-solving and decision-making.
- Multitasking and time management.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
Ability to:
- Make significant contributions to departmental growth in the areas of curricular development, teaching, scholarly activity, and research funding.
- Demonstrate commitment to undergraduate and graduate education in an academic environment.
- Work with a diverse student and faculty population.
- Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure, which may include communications systems, computer networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical grid, hazardous waste treatment or water treatment system.
Work Experience
None Required.Working/Environmental Conditions
Prolonged standing and/or walking.
Handling light weight objects.
Using or carrying equipment.UA EEO Statement
It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.
Manual of Administrative Policies and ProceduresClose Date: 05/19/2026
Open Until Filled (overrides close field): No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Open to all applicants
How to apply
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