Department of Sociology and Anthropology
University of Texas at El Paso

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
University of Texas at El Paso: The Department of Sociology and Anthropology invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Sociology (higher ranks considered) with a specialization in gender beginning Fall 2008. Applicants whose research interests also include health, demography, environment, crime, Latina/o, or U.S.-Mexico border populations are especially encouraged to apply. The department is building research capacity and seeks scholars who demonstrate the potential for research publication and external funding. The department offers an MA in Sociology and potentially an interdisciplinary PhD in transnational studies. The position will also support an active and growing Women's Studies Program through cross-listed courses. The successful candidate must feel comfortable in a department with faculty from anthropology and geography as well as sociology. Collaborative opportunities exist at nearby schools of medicine and public health, as well as other units within the University, Universities in Cd. Ju rez (Mexico), and in the bi-national community at large. El Paso/Ciudad Juarez, with over 2.2 million people, is the largest border metropolis in the world, offering outstanding opportunities for social science research. A leader in minority education, UTEP has approximately 20,000 students, mostly urban, commuter, and Hispanic working class. Approximately 3,000 students are enrolled in rapidly expanding graduate programs. The teaching load is three courses per semester (2/2 the first year) and applicants must be committed to teaching excellence.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Preference will be given to individuals having an earned academic or a professional doctorate. ABDs will be considered but the PhD must be completed by August 2008.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Send a letter of interest, Curriculum Vitae, one sample of written work, evidence of teaching proficiency if available, and names of three references. Send applications to Cheryl Howard, Search Committee Chair, Department of Sociology and Anthropology, UTEP, El Paso, TX 79968. Review of applications will begin December 1, 2007 and continue until the position is filled. All underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. To learn more about the department, UTEP, and El Paso, please see http://academics.utep.edu/sociology. The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services.

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