Sociology Part-Time, Temporary Instructor Pool

South Dakota Board of Regents
Brookings, SD Part Time|Temporary
POSTED ON 3/18/2024

Working Title
Sociology Part-Time, Temporary Instructor Pool

Posting Number
T00174P

Department
SDSU-School of Psych, Soc & Rural Studies

Physical Location of Position (City)
Brookings

Posting Text
The School of Psychology, Sociology & Rural Studies invites applications for part-time, temporary Instructor of Sociology positions who are interested in teaching 16% – 49% course assignments in the Sociology program on a semester, by semester basis, beginning with the 2023-2024 academic year. Must be available and willing to teach through various mediums including on campus, online and hybrid courses. These faculty members are supervised by the Director of the School of Psychology, Sociology & Rural Studies.
South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant mission of access.
Must be authorized to work in the United States, sponsorship is not available for these positions.
Responsibilities:
  • Provide high-quality teaching of a variety of undergraduate courses in sociology, including Introduction to Sociology on the SDSU campus in Brookings.
  • Participate as necessary in collection of course-based assessment data for student learning outcomes
  • Communicate in a timely fashion with students, colleagues, staff, and director.


Minimum qualifications:
  • Successful candidates will hold a Master’s degree in Sociology.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred qualifications:
  • Ph.D. degree in Sociology
  • Experience teaching at the university level
  • Experience with education technology applications, e.g., D2L learning management system.
Benefits:
This part-time temporary position is not associated with additional benefits or retirement plan.

This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, Curriculum Vitae, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact South Dakota State University Human Resources at 605-688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.
South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is university policy to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

Posting Date
12/01/2023

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

First Consideration Date
01/31/2024

Advertised Salary
Commensurate with Qualifications and percent time.

Duration of the Term
Other

If Other, describe duration

Appointment Percent
16 - 49%

Proposed Rank
Instructor

Work Hours
Varies

Appointment Type
Temporary

This position requires

If other, please indicate

Department Description and Cultural Expectations
South Dakota State University is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with more than 200 academic programs, an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students, and over $60 million annual research expenditures.
South Dakota State University offers a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusion and access through inspired, student-centered education, creative activities and research, innovation and engagement that improve the quality of life in South Dakota, the region, the nation and the world. Its employees embrace the university’s core values of being people-centered, expanding knowledge through creativity, embracing organizational and personal integrity, commitment to diversity of thought, and excellence through continuous improvement.
Housed in the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, the School of Psychology, Sociology & Rural Studies was established in July 2021 and offers the B.A. and B.S. in Psychology (with or without Teaching Specialization), the A.S. in Sociology, the B.A. and B.S. in Sociology, the B.S. in Sociology with Teaching Specialization, and the B.A. and B.S. in Criminology. The School offers minors in Criminal Justice, Mental Health Services, Psychology, and Sociology. In addition, the School offers the M.S. in Sociology-Community Development Specialization, the Community Development certificate, and the Native Communities & Economic Development certificate.
As the state’s 1862 Morrill Act land-grant institution, the work of the university is carried out on its main resident campus in Brookings, at sites in Sioux Falls, Pierre, Rapid City, and Aberdeen, and through Extension offices and Agricultural Experiment Station research sites across South Dakota.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of, sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, or any other status that may become protected in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.

Contact Information
For questions on the position, contact Dr. Weiwei Zhang, Chair of Search Committee, at weiwei.zhang@sdstate.edu.

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