USF VAP, Interdisciplinary Social Sciences

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University of South Florida. The Department of Sociology invites applications for 12-month Visiting Instructor I position in the Interdisciplinary Social Sciences Program (housed in Sociology) beginning Summer 2015 with the possible extension for a second and/or third year. We are seeking an outstanding candidate who demonstrates a commitment to interdisciplinary pedagogy, outstanding teaching, and the ability to teach statistics. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in a Social Science discipline at the time of appointment. ABDs will be considered, but applicants are expected to have successfully defended the dissertation for a doctoral degree by May 7, 2015 - with the degree officially conferred by the end of August, 2015. Preference will be given to candidates with experience teaching large or on-line courses, interest in developing an online version of Introduction to the Social Sciences, and a demonstrated commitment to working effectively with a diverse university community. The teaching load will generally be 4 courses each in the Fall and Spring semesters and 2 courses in the Summer term. The twelve month salary is $47,000. Please upload a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, teaching portfolio (including teaching evaluations and statement of interdisciplinary teaching philosophy), and contact information for three references to: employment.usf.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/Welcome_css.jsp. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For more information visit sociology.usf.edu/. USF is an Equal Opportunity Institution. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. According to Florida Law, applications and meetings regarding them are open to the public. For ADA accommodations, please contact Elizabeth Fernandez at [phone] or [e-mail] at least five working days prior to need.





Sara E. Green, PhD

Director, Interdisciplinary Social Sciences Program

Associate Professor, Department of Sociology

University of South Florida

4202 E. Fowler Ave., CPR107

Tampa, FL 33620

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