Baylor University - soc of religion

[junior]

The Department of Sociology is recruiting a tenure-track sociologist for August, 2012. Preferred career stage is advanced assistant or entry-level associate professor. Applicants should have an interest in the sociology of religion as well as expertise in one or more other core areas of sociology. This individual will be expected to teach undergraduate courses and contribute substantially to doctoral training in our two graduate program tracks: sociology of religion and applied sociology. For much more information, please see www.baylor.edu/content/services/document.php/146547.pdf .

Candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts, reprints or other writing samples, and three letters of reference to Chair, Search Committee, Department of Sociology, Baylor University, One Bear Place #97326, Waco, TX 76798-7326. Applications will be reviewed beginning September 15, 2011, and will be accepted until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, applications should be complete by October 15, 2011. Baylor is affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, Baylor encourages minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities to apply.

Company:
Baylor University
Department:
Department of Sociology
Contact:
Sharon Tate
Email:
[e-mail]
Phone:
[phone]
Fax:
[phone]
Address:
One Bear Place #97326
Baylor University
Waco , TX 76798-7326
USA

[transcripts seriously]

If this is advanced asst or associate, why on earth do they need transcripts?