In November 2023, K-State launched the Kansas Water Institute, an interdisciplinary and interinstitutional initiative to elevate the research, teaching, and engagement necessary to tackle our most pressing water resource challenges. With funds from a state appropriation, the Kansas Water Institute is embarking on an interdisciplinary thematic recruitment strategy to enhance K-State’s water-related expertise.
This open rank position as a Rural Sociologist/Human Geographer involves conducting research and teaching with a focus on the social, cultural, economic, and environmental dynamics influencing water-related challenges in rural communities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fieldwork and expertise in mixed methods, such as interviews, surveys, and spatial analysis, to investigate rural community behaviors and the geographic dimensions of water issues. Responsibilities include mentoring and guiding students, fostering their development of research projects that explore key topics in rural sociology or human geography.
Welcome to the Department of Sociology, Anthropology and Social Work. We are a diverse but interrelated set of disciplines that study our shared humanity. As a department, we help develop critical thinkers and strong social scientists while fostering a passion for understanding society. Sociology at K-State is a vibrant program focused on exploring the causes and consequences of important social issues. Our Anthropology program equips students with the ability to identify and meet the challenges of the shifting cultural realities of our nation and world. Social workers help people deal with their relationships with others, and solve their personal, family, and community problems. The Criminology program studies the causes and consequences of criminal behavior and the positive and negative aspects of our systematic responses to crime and delinquency.
All our programs prepare students for work in a diverse and changing world and enhance students' natural, rational and emotional intelligence. If you want to make a difference, our department will give you the specific tools needed. If you want to know more about the world around you, we help you find the answers and ask the right questions.
This position is eligible for hybrid worksite. Work is performed partially remote and partially on employer premises or designated assignment location.
An employee who is working remotely must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. Remote work agreements are required for all flexible work arrangements and are subject to review. Review K-State’s remote work policy details for more information.
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Other Requirements:
Please submit the following documents:
CV
Letter of interest that outlines your qualifications for the position
Screening begins on March 15, 2025 and continues until the position is filled.
Salary commensurate and experience and level of appointment.
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