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Sociology Adjunct
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A Sociology Professor teaches foundational sociological ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
$70,693 / year median in Kentucky
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Georgetown College invites applications for adjunct faculty positions in Sociology. Appointments are made on a semester basis for inclusion in the adjunct faculty pool and involve teaching entry level sociology courses as needed. The successful candidate must have a master's degree in the teaching discipline or master's degree with a concentration in the teaching discipline (a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline). Adjunct faculty are expected to provide high-quality instruction, maintain consistent communication with students, assess learning outcomes, and follow all departmental and institutional policies. Georgetown College, a unique blend of a private, Christian, liberal arts institution, is dedicated to fostering excellence in teaching within a diverse context. Nestled in the charming college town of Georgetown, Kentucky, just 12 miles north of Lexington, it offers a distinctive academic environment. As a Christian liberal arts institution, Georgetown College fosters community through admissions, hiring, and promotion policies that are based on merit, qualifications, and character. It does not discriminate, either in the admission of students, hiring and promotion of employees, or in the administration of any educational policies, programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status. Screening will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To be considered for the position, please submit a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts, and contact information of three references.