Position Title: Assistant Professor of Sociology, Auburn University
Department: Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work
Position Summary:
The Sociology Program within the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work at
Auburn University invites applications for up to 2 full-time, 9-month tenure-track Assistant
Professor(s) of Sociology position beginning August 16, 2026. Applicants must have a PhD in
Sociology or a closely related field at the time employment begins, and excellent interpersonal
skills. Research/ teaching interests should include Criminology and Health. The ideal candidate
will teach, in person, existing courses in these areas and will have the opportunity to develop
others related to their specific interests within the undergraduate and graduate Sociology
degree programs. Additionally, the ability to teach courses in sociology and social science
research methods is expected. Teaching load is 3/2 with a reduced load of 2/2 for the first two
years. Apply online at https://www.auemployment.com/postings/56529. Please be prepared to
submit a cover letter, curriculum vita, unofficial transcript, one-page statement of teaching
philosophy, and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin
December 2, 2025, and will continue until a suitable candidate is chosen. The candidate
selected for this position must be able to meet the eligibility requirements to work in the United
States at the time appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the
proposed term of employment; excellent communication skills, teaching Sociology courses are
required. Auburn University is understanding of and sensitive to the family needs of faculty,
including dual career couples http://www.auburn.edu/academic/provost/facultyjobs/ \.
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