Job Description
Assistant Professor of Instruction - Department of Sociology and Demography, College for Health, Community and Policy (HCAP) Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 13355
Full/Part Time: Full Time
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In 2024, the UT System Board of Regents authorized UT System to begin integrating UTSA and UT Health San Antonio into one unified institution, establishing a world-class university that integrates academic, research, and clinical excellence to build a profoundly impactful university of the future. Driven by a vision for growth and impact, this merger will expand capacity to offer robust undergraduate and graduate programs, attract top-tier faculty and staff, develop innovative initiatives, and elevate transdisciplinary research to address the evolving needs of the region.
Posting End Date : Review of applications will begin on April 21st, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Salary Range : Up to $50,000/basd on a nine moths salary
Hours : 4-4 teaching workload, with an appointment period of September 1, 2025, through May 31, 2026, exempt.
Required Application Materials :
- A current resume or curriculum vita (CV).
- A cover letter that describes educational credentials and professional experience.
- Personal statement on teaching background (if available).
- A sample syllabus for a course taught or proposed by the applicant.
- Teaching evaluations and peer observations (if available).
Essential Functions The Department of Sociology and Demography at The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Instruction position with the ability to teach undergraduate courses in the areas of: Quantitative Methods, Health Disparities, Medical Sociology, Gerontology, and/or other topics that support our curriculum (Introduction to Sociology, Social Problems, etc.).
Core Responsibilities - Provide teaching for the Department of Sociology and Demography and the College for Health, Community and Policy (HCAP).
- Teach a 4-4 teaching load of courses that contribute in one or more of the areas of: Quantitative Methods, Health Disparities, Medical Sociology, Gerontology, and/or other topics that support our curriculum (Introduction to Sociology, Social Problems, etc.).
- Contribute to departmental and college service.
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Sociology (by start date)
- Teaching experience at a college or university level.
Additional Information - UTSA is a tobacco free campus.
- This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
- Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
Working Conditions
This position will be primarily located on
UTSA 1604 campus . Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.
Equal Employment Opportunity As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.
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