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Stephen F. Austin State University ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - Family Sciences in Nacogdoches, Texas

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Position Information

Job Title ASSISTANT PROFESSOR - Family Sciences

Classification Title ASST PROFESSOR

Rank Assistant Professor

Tenure Information Tenure Track

FLSA Exempt

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Job Description

This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track faculty position responsible for contributing significantly to Stephen F. Austin State University’s undergraduate and/or graduate programs through teaching, scholarship/creative accomplishment, and service. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the chair.

Essential Job Functions

  1. Performs an equivalent twenty-four teaching load credits ( TLC ) for the combined Fall and Spring semesters; reduction of teaching load through reassignment of duties is possible under certain circumstances.

  2. Engages in research/scholarly/creative and service activities at levels that are appropriate to faculty rank and departmental tenure/merit criteria.

  3. Provides services to the university and the profession.

  4. Participates in promotion review of lower-ranked faculty members within the department.

  5. When tenured, participates in tenure review of candidates for tenure.

  6. May conduct supplemental instructional activities such as independent studies, internships, advising, and thesis/dissertation supervision.

    Non-Essential Job Functions

  7. May receive course load reassignment when assigned administrative duties in support of the department/college/university.

  8. May receive course load reassignment when assigned to prepare course material during the first semester/year when included as part of initial contract.

  9. May receive course load reassignment when approved to conduct research/scholarly/creative accomplishment and service which exceed normal expectations.

  10. May supervise the work of student and/or graduate assistants.

  11. May serve on departmental, college, and university committees.

  12. Performs other related duties as assigned.

    Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

  1. Extensive knowledge in the field in which the individual will be teaching.

  2. Ability to effectively teach undergraduate and/or graduate students.

  3. Ability and commitment to conduct research and/or scholarly/creative accomplishments and service.

  4. Ability to work within a collaborative faculty environment.

  5. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

  6. Ability to work effectively and patiently with students.

    Physical Demands

    Required Education

Terminal degree in the field in which the individual will be teaching is required. ABD candidates may be considered if Ph.D. is earned prior to start date.

Required Experience and Training

The rank of Assistant Professor is held by an individual who demonstrates the capability to produce research/scholarly/creative accomplishments, teach effectively, and provide service to the academic and general communities.

Preferred Qualifications

Special Conditions for Eligibility

This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.

This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.

Other Specifications

Position requires faculty member to teach, engage in service, and conduct research. Position will also serve as the Director for the Center for Economic Education.

Preferred education is a Ph.D. in human sciences, family and consumer sciences, or a closely related field. Background in consumer sciences is preferred.

Required Background Check Yes

Salary Information Commensurate with Experience

Benefit and Retirement Eligibility

This position is eligible for participation in the Optional Retirement Program ( ORP ), subject to the position being full-time and at least 4 ½ months in length, or the Teacher Retirement System of Texas ( TRS ) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

EEO Statement

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number F2025-005

Candidates Eligible to Apply Open to all qualified applicants

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Open Date 02/28/2025

Review Start Date

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/12688

Contact Information

Department Human Sciences

Contact Name Rachel Jumper

Contact Phone (936)468-2209

Contact Email jumperr@sfasu.edu

Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview If you have specific questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    • Which of the following best represents your education background?
  • Attended school but did not receive High School Diploma or GED

  • Completed High School Diploma or GED

  • Completed Associate's Degree or two years of college

  • Completed Bachelor's Degree

  • Completed Master's Degree

  • Completed Doctoral Degree or ABD

    • Do you currently have, or will you have by date of appointment, a terminal degree in the field in which you will be teaching?
  • Yes

  • No

    • Please list the fields of your terminal and undergraduate degrees.

(Open Ended Question)

    • Briefly list your area(s) of research or teaching expertise.

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

  • Curriculum Vitae

  • Cover Letter

  • Transcript(s)

  • Letter of Recommendation 1

  • Letter of Recommendation 2

  • Letter of Recommendation 3

    Optional Documents

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