Lecturer

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The Department of Sociology at the University of New Hampshire seeks a Lecturer for a one-year appointment within the Sociology Department, beginning August 2026. This position carries a primary instructional responsibility, requiring the incumbent to teach a broad range of undergraduate courses in sociology and justice studies. The role demands expertise commensurate with a terminal degree (Ph.D., ABD considered) in Sociology with teaching experience being strongly preferred.

Duties/Responsibilities
Teaching

• Teach undergraduate courses in Sociology and Justice Studies, including but not limited to introductory and upper-level courses based on departmental needs.

• Develop and deliver course materials, assignments, exams, and applied learning activities that support student learning outcomes.

• Maintain regular communication with students, provide timely feedback, hold office hours, and evaluate student performance.

• Contribute to curriculum quality through course preparation, assessment, and continuous improvement of instructional materials.

Requirements
Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience:

• Terminal degree (Ph.D., or ABD) in Sociology or Criminology; ABD candidates will be considered

• Evidence of excellence in undergraduate teaching.

• Ability to teach a broad range of courses in sociology, law and society, and theories of law.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of sociology, criminology, and law and society in an academic field.

• Ability to design and deliver effective undergraduate instruction across sociology and law and society topics.

• Effective oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and external partners.

• Ability to contribute to departmental and university service.

• Commitment to supporting a respectful and inclusive educational environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to teach multiple areas within law and society and legal philosophy.

Applicant Instructions:
Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the My Experience: Resume/CV section of the application: (Maximum of 5 Documents)

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

• Contact Information for 3 Professional References

Applications that are missing any of the required items may not move forward for consideration. Additional uploaded documents not requested in the position announcement will not be reviewed.

Compensation Pay Range:

$55,400

The rank of the selected candidate will depend upon the candidate’s qualifications. 

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources

Location:

Durham

Salary Grade:

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