Faculty (Part-time) - Sociology
About The Position
Potter College of Arts & Letters at Western Kentucky University is accepting applications to create a pool of qualified part-time faculty to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Sociology. The university seeks faculty for day and evening classes at the main campus in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Applications are accepted at any time because the need for part-time faculty is ongoing. Applicants must hold a master's degree in Sociology or a closely related field to teach undergraduate-level courses. A terminal degree is required to teach graduate-level courses. Prior teaching experience and experience with online education are desirable. A complete application must be submitted through WKU's electronic talent management system and include a letter of interest identifying the area the applicant is qualified to teach, a curriculum vita or resume, and unofficial transcripts. Kentucky state law requires public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks.
Requirements
- A master's degree in Sociology or a closely related field is required to teach undergraduate-level courses.
- A terminal degree is required to teach graduate-level courses.
- Submit a letter of interest identifying the area in which the applicant is qualified to teach.
- Submit a curriculum vita or resume.
- Submit unofficial transcripts.
- Complete a pre-employment criminal background check.
Nice To Haves
- Prior teaching experience.
- Experience with online education.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Sociology.
- Teach day and evening classes at the main campus location.
Benefits
- Comprehensive wellness and health benefits for employees and their families, including domestic partners and other qualified dependents.
- Paid time off for holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
- Tuition discount program for employees and dependents.
- Workplace culture that supports balancing work and family responsibilities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
