Adjunct Professor - Sociology

Reports to: Dean, College of Education and Behavioral Sciences:

Job Status: Exempt

At Houston Christian University, our Christian liberal arts, professional, and graduate programs have equipped students to lead, collaborate, and discover out of a deep sense of purpose for more than 60 years. We are driven forward by our central confession, “Jesus Christ is Lord,” and defined by our “Ten Pillars” core convictions. From this foundation we guide students confidently into discerning discovery, preparing them to think biblically, critically, and holistically about how to engage the world. We aspire to care for every student by meeting their academic, spiritual, and social needs with mentorship and support. At HCU, we are cultivating a culture of excellence that will mold a new generation of leaders in their communities, standard-setters in their professions, and fruitful disciples in their churches.

HCU is set in the heart of one of the most diverse and fastest-growing cities in the nation—and our growth and diversity match the dynamism of the city we call home. We continue to enroll strong freshmen classes, our graduate programs have more than doubled in the past decade, and we are significantly expanding our online programs as well.

The mission of the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences is to prepare students to be effective citizens and professional educators, administrators, counselors, and researchers who reflect Christ in their work and service.

Houston Christian University seeks Adjunct Professors to join the Department of Psychology with the ability to teach courses in our Sociology program on campus and online.

• →Utilize a course syllabus for each course and follow established departmental and institutional guidelines.
• →Provide timely, quality access to students via personal consultation, electronic communication, and other appropriate methods.
• →Evaluate students by established means to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and to inform them in a timely manner of their progress.
• →Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
• →Submit paperwork and forms in a timely fashion.
• →Perform other duties as needed.

• MA or PhD in Sociology.
• Professional experience in a related Sociological field is a benefit.
• Teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to teach Sociology courses in a manner consistent with the University’s Christian mission and values.

Houston Christian University is an independent, private Christian liberal arts university dedicated to the development of moral character, the enrichment of spiritual lives, and perpetuation of growth in Christian ideals. HCU is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

Houston Christian University is committed to maintaining a teaching faculty and staff who share an active Christian faith. The Preamble to the By-Laws of the University, “Scripture and a Christian Worldview,” and the “Ten Pillars Core Convictions of HCU” set forth a statement of belief which each University employee is expected to support and personify as an essential function of their employment at the University. Your submittal of an application for employment indicates your acceptance and affirmation of these statements.

As one of the most diverse universities in the nation, Houston Christian University also strives to build a faculty and staff team that provides role models who embody biblical orthodoxy and ethics for all our students, whatever their background or life experience.

As with all open positions at the University, a contract or employment offer will only be extended when the budget for the position has been confirmed.

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