Assistant Professor of Sociology

College of Charleston; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The College of Charleston invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology, beginning August 16, 2027. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Sociology or closely related field by the time of appointment.

We seek a broadly trained sociologist with specialization in mental health, child and family welfare, or social work. The ideal candidate will be committed to undergraduate teaching and will teach courses in their area of specialization as

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Sociology or closely related applied field by the start date.
• Broad training with ability to teach core courses and area specialization.
• Evidence of ongoing scholarship.

Responsibilities

• Teach a mix of courses in area of specialization and introductory/core sociology courses.
• Engage undergraduate students and contribute to departmental teaching and service.
• Maintain active scholarship and contribute to the department's academic mission.

Education

Ph.D. in Sociology or closely related applied field

Job description

The College of Charleston Department of Sociology and Anthropology invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level beginning on August 16, 2027. Successful candidates will have earned a Ph.D. in Sociology, or closely related applied field, by the time of the appointment. We seek a broadly trained sociologist with specialization – and ability to teach courses – in the sociology of mental health, child and family welfare, or social work. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to teaching within an undergraduate institution and will be expected to teach a combination of courses in their area of specialization as well as introductory sociology courses and core sociology courses. Candidates should demonstrate evidence of ongoing scholarship.

The College of Charleston, located in Charleston, SC, is a public institution of 11,000 students with a commitment to excellence in teaching and research. The Department of Sociology and Anthropology consists of 17 faculty (7 Anthropologists and 10 Sociologists) and has approximately 190 undergraduate majors (SOCY 125, ANTH 65). Applicants may learn more about the department at https://charleston.edu/sociology-anthropology/index.php.

Review of applications will begin on Monday, December 7, 2026. Position open until filled.

Questions regarding the position can be directed to Heath Hoffmann at [e-mail].