Sociology, Assistant Professor

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Sociology. The appointment is in the College of Letters, Arts and Social Sciences, and the department is developing a CSWE-accredited BSW program.

The Assistant Professor of Social Work will teach four courses per semester, contribute to teaching, advising, scholarly activity, and service to the department, university, and community, while advancing diversity and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Social Work, Sociology, or related social sciences field (completed by start).
• MSW from CSWE-accredited university.
• University teaching experience as instructor of record or TA.
• Three references’ names and contact information.

Responsibilities

• Teach four courses per semester with possible release for junior faculty (up to one course).
• Develop and grow the Sociology Department’s CSWE-accredited BSW program.
• Engage in advising, scholarly activity, and service to the department, university, and community.

Skills

Teaching experience

Advising/mentoring

Curriculum development

Diversity/anti-oppression awareness

Education

Ph.D. in Social Work or Sociology

MSW from CSWE-accredited university

Job description

Overview

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Sociology. The appointment is in the College of Letters, Arts and Social Sciences. The department offers General Sociology and Criminology, and is developing a CSWE-accredited BSW program.

The position is for an Assistant Professor of Social Work within the Department of Sociology. The teaching, research, and practice focus should include micro-level social work with antiracist and anti-oppressive perspectives welcomed as additional foci. The candidate is expected to contribute to teaching, advising, scholarly activity, and service to the department, university, and community.

Position description

The department is seeking a tenure-track faculty member to teach social work courses, with responsibility for teaching four courses per semester. Junior faculty may receive one course release per semester for the first two years. The hire will play a key role in developing the Sociology Department’s BSW degree and the overall growth of the social work program. Candidates should demonstrate sensitivity to issues of diversity, including race, ethnicity, gender, class, age, religion, disability, and sexuality.

Minimum requirements

• Ph.D. in Social Work, Sociology, or related social sciences field from an accredited university (degree must be completed by the start of the appointment).
• Master’s in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited university.
• University teaching experience as instructor of record and/or teaching assistant.
• Three references’ names and contact information.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications

• Evidence of ability to teach courses across the Department’s curriculum.
• Evidence of teaching excellence through student evaluations and pedagogical innovation.
• Evidence of an active scholarly agenda that provides opportunities for student research.
• Evidence of ability to serve as an academic advisor and research mentor to a diverse undergraduate student body.
• Evidence of curriculum and/or program development experience.
• 2 years post-MS W practice experience.

Application process

A completed application will consist of:

• Cover letter describing interest, relevant experience, and how minimum and preferred qualifications are met (2 page maximum).
• Curriculum vitae.
• Teaching Philosophy Statement (2-page max).
• Research Statement (2-page max).
• Unofficial transcripts (undergraduate and graduate).
• Names and contact information for three references.

Semi-finalists will be required to complete a virtual interview. Finalists will be invited for an in-person interview and will be required to provide official transcripts, three letters of reference, and to make a teaching demonstration and research presentation.

Please direct inquiries to the department’s designated contact for the position.

The position is open until filled. First consideration will be given to completed applications received no later than September 14, 2026. Applications are accepted via the university online application portal.

Disclosures and notices

Education Code 89521 requirements apply. A background check is required and can be conditional upon offer. The university complies with applicable equal opportunity laws and does not discriminate on any protected status. Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants with disabilities. Other notices and security reports are available through the university.