Assistant Professor - Sociology

Spelman College (Old); Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Spelman College's Department of Sociology and Anthropology seeks a tenure-track Assistant or tenured Associate Professor to begin in August 2027. The ideal candidate will bring a strong blend of theoretical, methodological, and substantive expertise and may teach courses in classic and contemporary theory, gender studies, global sociology, and other areas.

The position carries a 3:2 teaching load with a rotation of core departmental courses and upper-level electives.

Qualifications

• PhD in Sociology by May 2027.
• Record of scholarship and teaching excellence.
• Ability to teach theory and methods across sociology.

Responsibilities

• Teach core courses in sociology and anthropology.
• Develop and supervise senior theses and research projects.
• Engage in scholarly research and service to the department.

Skills

Sociology

Quantitative methods

Research design

Diversity & inclusion

Education

PhD in Sociology

Tools

R

Stata

Python

Job description

Position Information

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must maintain authorization throughout employment. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

This position is contingent upon the availability of sufficient funding.

Employment Status

Faculty/Type Title

Area of Study

Area of Study

Begins

Begins Fall 2027

About the College

Spelman College seeks a teacher-scholar dedicated to excellence in teaching and to the continued enhancement of the academic environment for students and colleagues. Founded in 1881, Spelman College is a private four-year liberal arts college located in Atlanta, GA. The oldest historically Black college for women in the United States, Spelman is a member of the Atlanta University Center Consortium and Atlanta Regional Consortium for Higher Education. Spelman College has been ranked the No. 1 Historically Black College or University ( HBCU ) for 19 consecutive years by the U.S. News & World Report.

Position Description

The Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Spelman College seeks a tenure-track Assistant or tenured Associate Professor to begin in August 2027. The ideal candidate will bring a strong and complementary combination of theoretical, methodological, and substantive expertise. We welcome applicants with a proven ability to teach courses in classical and contemporary sociological theory, and with expertise in any of the following areas: gender and sexuality studies, global and transnational sociology, human rights, food studies, digital sociology, technology and society, political sociology & social movements, economic sociology, environmental sociology, public/engaged sociology, demography, and community-based research. The department is particularly excited by candidates whose scholarship and teaching reflect a feminist methodological lens as well as strong quantitative and computational expertise. Furthermore, candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to social justice and anti-racism through their teaching and research are particularly encouraged to apply.

This position carries a 3:2 teaching load. The department seeks a scholar who can rotate teaching core departmental courses, such as History of Social Thought, Contemporary Social Theory, Survey of Research Methods, Multivariate Analysis, Sociological Imagination, and the Senior Thesis capstone. The candidate must also be able to offer upper-level Sociology elective courses in their area of specialization.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must have an earned PhD in Sociology by May 2027.

Posting Number

F735P

Open Date

09/04/2026

Close Date

11/15/2026

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae
• Transcripts (unofficial)
• Research Statement
• Teaching Philosophy
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

Optional Documents

EEO Statement

Spelman College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a smoke-free campus.

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