Adjunct Instructor, Sociology

About the Department

Position Duties

• Teach assigned undergraduate courses within the Sociology curriculum, which may include: Introduction to Sociology Social Problems Community Studies Applied Sociology Deliver instruction effectively in both on-campus and online learning environments using Lamar’s learning management system. Prepare, update, and maintain syllabi, course materials, assignments, and assessments that align with departmental and university standards. Maintain active communication with students and provide regular office hours (in-person or virtual). Evaluate and assess student learning outcomes and submit grades by established deadlines. Follow all university policies regarding academic integrity, accessibility, and student support. Participate in required adjunct faculty training or online teaching certification, as applicable.
• Teach assigned undergraduate courses within the Sociology curriculum, which may include: Introduction to Sociology Social Problems Community Studies Applied Sociology
• Introduction to Sociology
• Social Problems
• Community Studies
• Applied Sociology
• Deliver instruction effectively in both on-campus and online learning environments using Lamar’s learning management system.
• Prepare, update, and maintain syllabi, course materials, assignments, and assessments that align with departmental and university standards.
• Maintain active communication with students and provide regular office hours (in-person or virtual).
• Evaluate and assess student learning outcomes and submit grades by established deadlines.
• Follow all university policies regarding academic integrity, accessibility, and student support.
• Participate in required adjunct faculty training or online teaching certification, as applicable.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: A master’s degree in Sociology or a master’s degree in a related discipline with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in Sociology. Demonstrated ability to teach effectively at the college level. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a commitment to supporting the student population. Desired Qualifications: Ph.D. in Sociology or closely related field. Experience teaching both in-person and online courses. Familiarity with contemporary community-based research, applied sociology practices, and experiential learning models. Experience using learning management systems such as Blackboard or Canvas. Demonstrated commitment to inclusive and culturally responsive pedagogy.
• A master’s degree in Sociology or a master’s degree in a related discipline with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in Sociology. Demonstrated ability to teach effectively at the college level. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a commitment to supporting the student population.
• A master’s degree in Sociology or a master’s degree in a related discipline with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in Sociology.
• Demonstrated ability to teach effectively at the college level.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a commitment to supporting the student population.
• Ph.D. in Sociology or closely related field. Experience teaching both in-person and online courses. Familiarity with contemporary community-based research, applied sociology practices, and experiential learning models. Experience using learning management systems such as Blackboard or Canvas. Demonstrated commitment to inclusive and culturally responsive pedagogy.
• Ph.D. in Sociology or closely related field.
• Experience teaching both in-person and online courses.
• Familiarity with contemporary community-based research, applied sociology practices, and experiential learning models.
• Experience using learning management systems such as Blackboard or Canvas.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive and culturally responsive pedagogy.

Other Qualifications

• Job Conditions: Courses may be assigned at the Lamar University campus in Beaumont, Texas, or through online delivery formats. Teaching load varies by semester depending on departmental needs and student enrollment. Application Requirements: Cover letter addressing teaching experience and areas of specialization. Curriculum vitae. Unofficial graduate transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire). Contact information for at least three professional references. Evidence of teaching effectiveness (if available).
• Courses may be assigned at the Lamar University campus in Beaumont, Texas, or through online delivery formats. Teaching load varies by semester depending on departmental needs and student enrollment.
• Courses may be assigned at the Lamar University campus in Beaumont, Texas, or through online delivery formats.
• Teaching load varies by semester depending on departmental needs and student enrollment.
• Cover letter addressing teaching experience and areas of specialization. Curriculum vitae. Unofficial graduate transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire). Contact information for at least three professional references. Evidence of teaching effectiveness (if available).
• Cover letter addressing teaching experience and areas of specialization.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Unofficial graduate transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire).
• Contact information for at least three professional references.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness (if available).