FACULTY VACANCY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY, ANTHROPOLOGY, AND SOCIAL WORK TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY The Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work at Texas Tech University invites applications for a tenure‐track Assistant Professor position in sociology for fall 2011. The department offers a B.A. and M.A. in sociology. Our primary interest is in candidates with specialization in theory, globalization, and qualitative research methods. Other areas are open; however, we would be particularly interested in applicants whose areas of expertise also include gender, medical sociology, and social organization. Required qualifications include a Ph.D. in Sociology at the time of appointment plus a strong potential for publishable scholarly research and excellent teaching. Faculty members are expected to pursue an active research agenda (grants and publications), deliver undergraduate and graduate courses, and meet service obligations. Texas Tech University is moving toward Tier One Research Status with a strong emphasis on expanded funded research and scholarly dissemination and continued commitment to undergraduate and graduate education. Applicants must submit: (1) an online application at http://jobs.texastech.edu; (2) a statement describing his or her research and teaching interests, (3) a current curriculum Vitae with contact information including e‐mail address, and (4) examples of published/potentially publishable scholarly work. In addition, applicants should arrange to have three reference letters sent to the recruitment committee chair (name and address below). Any inquiries regarding this position can also be sent to: Ignacio Luis Ramirez, Ph.D. Chair, Faculty Recruitment Committee Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work Texas Tech University Holden Hall # 158 Lubbock, TX 79409‐1012 The Search Committee will begin to review completed applications on December 10, 2010, and will continue until the position is filled. Texas Tech University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants who are selected for interviews must be able to show proof that they will be eligible and qualified to work in the United States by time of hire. posted to www.southernsociologicalsociety.org 11‐02‐10