Lecturer of Sociology Job at Purdue University, Westville, IN

  • Purdue University
  • Westville, IN

Job Description

Job SummaryPurdue University Northwest’s Department of Behavioral Sciences invites applications for a Lecturer of Sociology to begin August 2027. This position requires a PhD in Sociology by the start date. ABDs will be considered. Candidates must be able to perform high-quality teaching of introduction to sociology and social problems as well as be willing to perform service and participate in professional development activities. College teaching experience is required. Area of primary teaching specialization is open, but the department has needs in research methods, statistics, race and ethnicity, and social inequality. The standard teaching load is the equivalent of five courses (15 credits) per semester. University ProfilePurdue University Northwest (PNW) is a student-centered university that transforms lives through innovative education, impactful research and community engagement. Located in Northwest Indiana in the greater Chicago area and near the Indiana Dunes National Park, PNW serves approximately 9,000 students, including 6,000 core students, in a wide range of academic programs at the baccalaureate, master’s and applied doctoral levels.  Purdue Northwest employs more than 1,000 faculty and staff members for operations at its main campus in Hammond, Ind., and its branch campus in Westville, Ind., plus additional sites in Northwest Indiana including the Gabis Arboretum near Valparaiso, Ind. PNW’s values reflect the university’s commitment to respect, innovation, a student-centric university, and excellence.  PNW is consistently ranked among the best public regional universities in U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best Colleges report, and is recognized as a First Scholars institution as well an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University. With its vision to cultivate leaders, inspire excellence, and impact our world, PNW advances the socioeconomic mobility of its students and positively impacts regional development.  How to ApplyTo apply, submit a CV, a summary of teaching evaluations from the past 4 semesters, a statement of teaching philosophy, and a list of at least 3 professional references. Screening of applications will begin immediately. Applications must be received by October 30, 2026, to receive full consideration. For questions about this position, please contact Dr. David Nalbone, Behavioral Sciences Department Chair, at dnalbone@purdue.edu. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check.Purdue University Northwest is an equal opportunity/equal access university.FLSA StatusExempt

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