The Department of Sociology at St. Mary's University invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor of Sociology position. The position is expected to begin August 2024, and involves teaching three credit hours per semester with the possibility of renewal based on funding, availability, and performance. An M.S. or M.A. in Sociology or related discipline in preferred; a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in Sociology or related field is required. A successful candidate is expected to be on campus and to teach in-person.
Expected duties include:
- Teaching Introductory Sociology (one course per semester)
- Typical course size in the department is 20 - 25 students per section.
- Hold weekly office hours in person or virtually.
- Maintain a Canvas page for each course.
- Record student attendance in Rattler Navigate.
- Provide timely grade and attendance reporting.
St. Mary's University, as a Catholic Marianist University, fosters the formation of people in faith and educates leaders for the common good through community, integrated liberal arts and professional education, and academic excellence: . St. Mary's is the oldest Catholic university in the Southwest and continues to advocate the Marianist mission. St. Mary's enrolls approximately 3,500 students in a diverse university with four schools, more than 40 academic programs including Ph.D. and J.D. programs, and numerous pre-professional programs. The successful candidate is expected to support and contribute to the University's Marianist educational mission.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications can be found at with the option to upload all supporting documents electronically. Along with the employment application please submit electronically via upload to Applicant Pro: (1) a cover letter summarizing qualifications and addressing the Marianist educational mission, (2) a CV, (3) a statement of Teaching Philosophy, (4) copies of graduate transcripts, and (5) daytime contact information for at least two references. An offer of employment for this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a clear background check.
St. Mary's University is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to furthering diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages all qualified candidates apply.