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Post by duckduck on Aug 11, 2015 9:52:01 GMT -5
The Department of Sociology invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin September, 2016, in the area of environmental sociology. Applicants are expected to have a Ph.D. in Sociology or closely related field by time of appointment and to provide evidence of an exceptional record of research and teaching or demonstrated potential for such performance. Successful candidates will have experience working effectively with faculty, staff and students from diverse backgrounds. Applicants should submit a CV, a cover letter describing both interest in the position and fit with the department, a 1-2 page research statement, a 1-2 page teaching statement accompanied by evidence of teaching effectiveness, at least one article-length writing sample, and three letters of recommendation. Apply online at www.academicjobsonline.org www.academicjobsonline.org/. Queries should be addressed to Chair, Staff Development Committee, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR 97403-1291; email: sociology@uoregon.edu. Review of applications will commence September 15, 2015. To ensure consideration, please submit application materials by that date. The UO is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. |
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Post by quack on Aug 11, 2015 15:17:39 GMT -5
Is this to replace Jim Elliott leaving for Rice? Any more info about the AOS or desired sub-fields? What's UO's teaching load?
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Post by duckduck on Aug 12, 2015 10:55:06 GMT -5
Is this to replace Jim Elliott leaving for Rice? Any more info about the AOS or desired sub-fields? What's UO's teaching load? 1. Jim Elliott left for Rice. I wouldn't necessarily read too much into the "replacement" idea as A. Jim is an amazing senior scholar and B. the candidates' specialty areas need not align with Jim's. 2. If I had expertise in environmental sociology (broadly defined), I would apply for this job. 3. 2-2 teaching load for APs (Keep in mind that UO is still on the quarter system). |
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Post by Quack on Sept 6, 2015 23:08:58 GMT -5
Any updates on this one?
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Post by Loser on Sept 7, 2015 8:30:48 GMT -5
I'm from a low status PhD program. Will you take my application seriously?
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Post by To Lo(o)ser on Sept 7, 2015 11:28:59 GMT -5
What do you expect them to respond? No way, don't apply?
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Post by Loser again on Sept 7, 2015 22:24:44 GMT -5
I just want them to be honest. I'm starting to think that pedigree is all that really matters in this field- I feel like they will laugh when they see the name of my uni.
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Post by sameboat on Sept 7, 2015 22:55:10 GMT -5
I just want them to be honest. I'm starting to think that pedigree is all that really matters in this field- I feel like they will laugh when they see the name of my uni. I feel you... despite being the primary discipline that critiques hierarchy and prestige, we sure buy in to it. I was told by my adviser you need to expect to step "down" at first. Can "climb" later. That is, if you want to. Honestly 2-2 research intensive is not for me. I value teaching too much. |
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Post by Loser again on Sept 8, 2015 15:33:05 GMT -5
Yes, I wish depts. with strong prestige bias would just say so in their job ads- it's not like those of us from low status programs with low status advisers are some type of protected class they are not allowed to discriminate against. Just state "preference given to candidates from elite programs" and I will know to steer clear.
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Post by OooooooOoooooo on Sept 8, 2015 17:52:39 GMT -5
Do you think UO is the type of school to discriminate based on status? Or at least to be very swayed by the glitter of a VHRM applicant?
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Post by Guest Name on Sept 8, 2015 18:51:13 GMT -5
All responses to the thread are the work of one troll. Please don't feed it.
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Post by ElDuderino on Sept 8, 2015 19:59:20 GMT -5
If you want to discuss the impact of prestige on hiring, please do so in another section of the forum and leave this one to discuss the specific position at oregon.
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Post by not a troll on Sept 8, 2015 21:49:32 GMT -5
sorry, I'm not a troll. Just depressed that my efforts for the last several years might be wasted because I am low status. Sorry to derail the thread. If you were in my shoes and the shoes of the other poster you would understand.
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