Department of Sociology
University of Montana
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Assistant Professor
Theory and Inequality
Department of Sociology, The University of Montana
POSITION APPOINTMENT: The Department of Sociology at the University of Montana invites application for a nine
month, tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level to begin Fall 2004. We seek an applicant with a strong
sociological background and teaching and research specialties in the areas of theory and inequality, with an emphasis on
race, ethnicity, and class. Salary is competitive.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Specific responsibilities include: 1) teach classes that include some combination of undergraduate
and graduate courses including: introductory sociology and other general education courses; classical sociological theory;
race, gender, and class; and social stratification; 2) develop a vigorous research program; 3) advise undergraduates and
direct graduate student research; and 4) serve on department and university committees and provide service as a professional
sociologist outside the university.
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: The candidate must possess: 1) a PhD in sociology at the time
of appointment; 2) a record of graduate study and scholarship in sociological theory, and race and class; 3) proof of teaching
excellence; 4) the prospect of effective departmental, university, and community service; and 5) a demonstrated ability to
communicate effectively.
THE DEPARTMENT, UNIVERSITY, AND COMMUNITY: The Department of Sociology currently consists of nine
full-time faculty, approximately 360 undergraduate majors, and 15 master's degree students. For more information about
the department, university, and surrounding areas, please consult our web site at www.umt.edu/sociology.
APPLICATION INFORMATION: A complete application includes 1) a statement of teaching and research specialties, 2)
a curriculum vitae, 3) academic transcripts, 4) copies of recent publications or professional papers, and 5) three letters of
recommendation that address the candidate's academic and professional qualifications. The Search Committee will call
each finalist's references. All application materials should be sent to: Teresa Sobieszczyk (sobie@selway.umt.edu), Theory/Inequality Search Committee Chair,
Department of Sociology, Social Science Room 333, The University of Montana, Missoula, MT 59812-5184. Please
include an email address. Application materials must be postmarked on or before January 5, 2004. No faxed or
email applications will be accepted.
The University of Montana is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from qualified
minorities, Vietnam era veterans, women, and persons with disabilities. Qualified candidates may request veterans'
preference in accordance with state law. This position announcement is available in alternative formats upon request. In
accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background checks.
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