Assistant Professor Of Sociology

Assistant Professor of Sociology

Posting Numberreq26939 Employment TypeFaculty Faculty TypeTenure/Tenure-Track Hiring DepartmentSociology Department (931A) Academic LocationCollege of Arts & Sciences CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM Benefits EligibleThe University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs.

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The Department of Sociology and Criminology at the University of New Mexico invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Criminology to begin in August 2024. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Sociology, Criminology, or a related field (e.g., Criminal Justice, Public Policy) by the appointment date. For best consideration, all application materials must be received by Monday, October 30, 2023.

Applications must demonstrate evidence of an established research agenda and publication history in criminology, broadly defined as the study of crime, the criminal legal system, and public safety. We are looking for candidates with expertise in the sociology of race and ethnicity and who engage key debates in ways that contribute to theoretical, empirical, and/or methodological innovations.

We prefer candidates who specialize in research related to Latina/o/x and/or Indigenous communities. We also prefer candidates whose research informs approaches to public safety that prioritize social justice and community health. The new faculty member will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in criminology related to their substantive expertise, supervise students on masters and doctoral committees (including comprehensive exams), and contribute to core, required undergraduate, and graduate courses.

The University of New Mexico (UNM) is the premier research university in the state of New Mexico.

We are a Carnegie Rl Highest Research Activity Institution, a federally designated Hispanic Serving

Institution, and a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. UNM offers several supports for faculty,

including parent/family leave, dual career policies/supports, and resources for mentoring, supporting,

and retaining diverse faculty. UNM is located in Albuquerque, the largest city in New Mexico.

Albuquerque is an ethnically diverse metropolitan area of over a half million residents that has been

listed as one of the best small cities in the U.S. by National Geographic Traveler. The city has a rich

culture and a location offering unparalleled opportunities for outdoor adventure. Learn more about our

city here (https://unmfirst. unm.edu/why-choose-us/why-albuguerque.html). The University is located

within one hour of Santa Fe, tlu·ee hours of Taos, and within minutes of the Sandia and Manzano

mountain ranges, which offer great opportunities for hiking, biking, rock climbing, skiing, and other

outdoor activities.

New Mexico is a majority minority state with a long and rich cultural heritage that prioritizes

advancement, equity, and accessibility. In the 2023 legislative session, a few of the key bills passed

included free school meals of all K-12 students, establishing the Native American Voting Rights Act,

establishing permanent funding for land and water conservation, and expanding protections offered

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read here. Equality New Mexico, one of our leading non-profit organization for equal rights, further

expanded that the 2023 legislative session was the most successful session for LGBTO issues,

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Qualifications

Minimum and Preferred Criteria

Minimum

1.Ph.D. in Sociology, Criminology, or a closely related field (e.g., Criminal Justice, Public Policy, etc.) by start date of appointment.

2.Evidence of primary specialization in criminology with expertise in the sociology of race and ethnicity.

Preferred

1.Evidence of potential to develop a robust research program and publication record that contributes to theoretical, empirical, and/or methodological innovations in criminology and the sociology of race and ethnicity.

2.Expertise in Latina/o/x and/or Indigenous communities.

3.Research informs approaches to public safety that prioritize social justice and community health.

4.Evidence of potential to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in criminology, race, ethnicity, both in-person and online.

5.A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

To apply, please access the University of New Mexico's online application system at https://unmjobs.unm.edu/ and apply for posting requisition # 26939. Only applications submitted through this website can be considered.

Applicants should pay extra attention to the "Special Instructions to Applicants," which detail all required elements that must accompany the application. A complete application consists of 1) a cover letter (maximum 4 pages) describing the applicant's qualifications as they relate to the minimum and preferred criteria (e.g., research agenda, teaching ability, commitment to success of diverse students, etc.); 2) a current curriculum vita (please include email address and telephone number); 3) two journal articles or chapter length writing samples; and 4) two letters of recommendation. Letters of recommendation should be sent directly to search chair, Noah Painter-Davis (npf26@unm.edu) and cc'ed to search coordinator, Dorothy Esquivel (desquive@unm.edu). Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

For best consideration, all required application materials must be received by Monday, October 30th. We will only consider complete applications. The position will remain open until filled.

Inquiries about the position should be directed to the search committee chair (Noah Painter-Davis, npf26@unm.edu). Inquiries about the online application process can be directed to the Search coordinator (Dorothy Esquivel desquive@unm.edu). The University of New Mexico is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including women, minorities, and those from underrepresented groups.

Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.

For Best ConsiderationFor best consideration, please apply by 10/30/2023. This position will remain open until filled.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.