What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full-time Lecturer/Instructor in Sociology position at Xavier University of Louisiana?
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Position Title
Full-time Lecturer/Instructor in Sociology
FLSA
Department
Department Of Sociology
Job Summary
The Department of Sociology at Xavier University of Louisiana invites applicants for a full-time lecturer position in Sociology beginning Fall 2025. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Sociology, expertise in criminology or deviance focused on social inequalities, and a secondary specialization in race and ethnicity, urban and community sociology, gender, or family. Additionally, the ideal candidate will demonstrate eagerness and readiness to offer support and guidance for the “Crime and Social Justice” major concentration.
Candidates should be committed to excellence and continual growth in teaching, to maintaining an active research program that involves undergraduates, and to offering support or leadership in service to the department, community, college, and university. Interested candidates should demonstrate a capacity and willingness to effectively manage a 4-4 teaching load, encompassing a variety of courses across all levels. In addition to the introductory course and courses in the candidate’s area of expertise, a successful candidate should be prepared to teach courses required for sociology majors such as theory. The ideal candidate will contribute to the university’s mission to advance social justice through preparing students for leadership and service by establishing opportunities for undergraduate research, fostering community partnerships aligned with the mission and the curriculum, or offering leadership for engaging students in policy arenas adjacent to the “Crime and Social Justice” curriculum. The Department of Sociology is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and is therefore especially interested in candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to minimizing barriers and increasing equity and completion rates among members of different demographic groups.
Minimum Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Sociology
- Strong commitment to teaching a full load of 24 credit hours per academic year;
- Demonstrate a strong potential for excellence in teaching and mentoring a diverse undergraduate student population;
- Write and Speak English proficiently.
Preferred Qualifications
- Successful experience as the instructor of record in a variety of undergraduate courses.
- Commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population;
- Awareness of pedagogical best practices
- Implementing and assessing varied and innovative pedagogies
- Record of meaningful mentorship of undergraduate students;
- Successful experience teaching a diverse student body
- Knowledge of effective strategies (e.g. culturally responsive or inclusive pedagogy, awareness of issues that may affect the success of minoritized students) supporting underrepresented groups;
- Commitment to the mission of Xavier University of Louisiana.
Special Requirements Summary
Work Hours
Full Time
KSA's
Knowledge, Education, Experience, and Proficiencies
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Description
Primary duties for this position include teaching four (12 credit hours) in-person undergraduate sociology courses each semester (fall/spring) encompassing 2-4 distinct courses including general required courses as well as specialized, upper-level offerings. In addition to an instructional focus on the candidate’s areas of specific expertise, teaching responsibilities may also include general sociology courses such as introductory, theory, and methods courses.
Additional requirements include:
Additional requirements include:
- Contributing to the Crime and Social Justice program concentration via curriculum development and assessment, connecting students with experiential extra-curricular and/or research opportunities, and mentoring students according to their diverse goals
- Holding regular in-person office hours each week
- Participating in service activities for the Department, the University, their discipline, and the community;
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
F159P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
08/18/2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Date
03/31/2025
Application Review Date
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
How to Apply-Required Documentation:
Qualified candidates are invited to apply using Xavier’s online application site by logging in to https://jobs.xula.edu. Please submit the following materials:
Enter required documentations here:
(1) A cover letter
(2) a comprehensive CV
(3) a statement of teaching philosophy etc….
(4) at least three references who can provide letters of recommendation.
Questions about the position should be directed to the Department Head, Dr. Russell M. Frazier at rfrazier@xula.edu.
Xavier University of Louisiana is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Department of Sociology is especially interested in exceptionally well- qualified applicants who will contribute, through their research, teaching, and service to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Screening of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. All applications received before May 15, 2025 are assured consideration.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.xula.edu/postings/3537
About Xavier
About Xavier
Xavier University of Louisiana is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Department of Sociology is especially interested in exceptionally well- qualified applicants who will contribute, through their research, teaching, and service to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Screening of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. All applications received before May 15, 2025 are assured consideration.
