Summary: The Sociology Department at Grand Valley State University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Sociology to begin in August 2023. The appointment is for one academic year, renewable for up to three years. Visiting professors teach 4 course each semester in Fall and Winter, mostly Introduction to Sociology and/or Social Problems. Candidates who can also teach Health & Society are strongly encouraged to apply. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from candidates from underrepresented groups, and from candidates who have interest and/or experience in working with diverse student and community populations.

Required Qualifications and Education:

• Master’s degree in Sociology or a related field.
• Experience in, demonstrated understanding of, or interest in social justice education and/or initiatives, and/or inclusion, diversity, and/or intercultural training.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, such as the ability to interact with others with respect and empathy.

Preferred Qualifications and Education:

• PhD or ABD in Sociology or a related field.
• Experience teaching at the undergraduate level.
• ability to teach a course in Health & Society.

Responsibilities:

• Teach four sections of Introduction to Sociology, Social Problems, and/or Health & Society each semester under the guidance of tenured faculty, typically with two preps in each of Fall and Winter.
• Visiting professors do not have service or scholarship obligations.

Salary/Benefits: $45,675. The university offers an excellent comprehensive package that includes health plans, life insurance, tuition waiver, adoption resources, wellness coaching, and free access to campus fitness facilities. Family and child care options on and off-campus are also available. For a detailed description of benefits, please visit Visiting Faculty Benefits - Benefits and Wellness - Grand Valley State University (gvsu.edu).

Department/College: The Sociology Department at Grand Valley State University is the home to a major (BA/BS) in Sociology, a minor in Sociology, and a minor in Aging and Adult Life. The department has 16 full-time faculty members. Department offices are located on the Allendale campus, where nearly all the department’s courses are taught. (www.gvsu.edu/sociology/)

The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) is the largest college at Grand Valley, offering over 50 bachelor degrees and a growing number of advanced degrees in the natural and mathematical sciences, the fine arts and humanities, and the social sciences. CLAS is a student-centered and diverse learning community that engages in critical inquiry, extending knowledge to enrich and enliven individual and public life. Our faculty are active teacher-scholars committed to equitable, inclusive, career-connected, and community-engaged liberal arts and sciences education.

Campus/University: Grand Valley University (GVSU) is a public comprehensive institution located in West Michigan with campuses in Allendale, downtown Grand Rapids, and Holland, plus centers in Detroit, Muskegon and Traverse City. The University attracts more than 23,000 undergraduate and graduate students with high quality programs and state-of-the-art facilities, and has been nationally recognized for innovativeness and its contribution to students’ social mobility. The greater Grand Rapids metropolitan area has a population of around one million people, is affordable, and offers rich cultural amenities. Grand Valley is located within easy driving distance of Chicago, Detroit, Lake Michigan beaches, and many other superb summer and winter recreational venues. Information can be found at Community Resources - Human Resources - Grand Valley State University (gvsu.edu). Grand Valley is highly rated for safety, sustainability, and veteran and LGBTQ friendliness, and is committed to supporting employees and their families in work-life balance.

How to Apply: A complete application must include (1) a cover letter addressing qualifications and your motivation to teach at GVSU, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) a statement on commitment to inclusive excellence that includes a summary of ongoing and anticipated activities to promote diversity, inclusion, and equity in your teaching, (4) contact information of three professional references, and (5) graduate transcripts (Unofficial transcripts are acceptable to apply; official transcript are required for hire). The online application will allow applicants to attach these documents electronically.

If you need assistance, call Human Resources at 616-331-2215. Email questions about the position to: Jeff Rothstein, Sociology Department Chair (rothstej@gvsu.edu).

Application Deadline: The review process will begin on June 1, 2023 and continue until the position is filled. The posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.