Assistant Professor - Sociology

Educationjobsite; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension and retirement benefits

Paid parental leave

Savings programs

Job summary

Hostos Community College, a senior college of the City University of New York (CUNY), invites applications for a tenured track Assistant Professor to teach undergraduate Sociology. Areas of specialization are open. The position requires teaching, research, and service to the college, with in-person duties on campus.

Qualified candidates hold a Ph.D. in Sociology and demonstrate scholarship, teaching effectiveness, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Sociology required; demonstrated scholarship and teaching ability.
• Experience teaching undergraduate sociology; ability to teach in diverse urban college environments.
• Ability to teach in-person and online modalities; evening and weekend availability.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate Sociology courses; develop curriculum and assessments.
• Engage in research, scholarship, and service to the college.
• Participate in college-wide and department committees and program development.
• Provide academic guidance to students and contribute to student success.

Skills

Teaching experience

Online teaching

Public speaking

Diversity & inclusion

Collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Sociology

Tools

LMS (Blackboard/Canvas)

Job description

Assistant Professor - Sociology

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The Behavioral & Social Sciences Department is committed to the intellectual development and civic empowerment of all students through offerings that provide an understanding of human behavior and the social and historical evolution of societies, nation states, and modern systems of political and legal governance. Through specific offerings in the disciplines of sociology, psychology, anthropology, social work, political science, public policy and administration, paralegal studies, criminal justice, history, and economics, students are encouraged to explore their society, its diversity, and acquire knowledge about the actions of individuals, institutions and key governance structures. The department offers liberal arts options and degree programs in public policy and administration, criminal justice, and paralegal studies. The department is committed to the enhancement of opportunities for historically underserved communities, including ethnic, racial and linguistic minorities. The Behavioral & Social Sciences Department invites applications for a tenured track Assistant Professor to teach undergraduate level Sociology courses. Areas of specializations are open. The position requires teaching, research, and service to the college. In addition to teaching, the selected candidate will share responsibility for college-wide and departmental assignments; develop new curriculum and interdisciplinary programmatic initiatives; serve on unit, department, and college-wide committees; provide academic support and guidance to students; and perform additional administrative duties as needed. Essential duties require in-person duties on campus.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ph.D. degree in Sociology in area(s) of experience. Also required are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated scholarship or achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.

• Record of scholarly activity
• Evidence of at least two years of effective teaching experience
• Experience teaching first year college students
• Experience teaching with online modalities
• Ability to teach in a diverse multicultural urban college
• Availability to teach evening and weekend hours
• Bilingual skills in English and Spanish and/or English and French

COMPENSATION

$79,630 - $85,556; salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled with review of applications to begin October 20, 2026

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID: 32855

Location: Hostos Community College

Job Type: Full-Time