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Wesleyan University’s Department of Sociology invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Sociology beginning July 1, 2026.

Priority will be given to applicants whose cross-disciplinary scholarship focuses on urbanism, production of space, critical geography, social mapping, etc. We value teaching excellence and are looking for scholars who thrive in the liberal arts classroom and are thoughtful about their pedagogy. We seek candidates with an ability to teach Introductory Sociology; our required meta-methodological “logics of inquiry” course (Sociology 202); and unique and innovative topical courses.

Ph.D. in Sociology or related field in hand by the time of appointment to be hired as an Assistant Professor; a successful candidate without Ph.D in hand at the time of appointment, may be hired as an Instructor, but will be required to complete the Ph.D. in Sociology or related field within one year of hire. The teaching courseload is 2/2 and in person on Wesleyan’s campus. Additional duties include advising and mentoring students, carrying on a program of research, and participating in faculty governance at the departmental and university level. With a strong and diverse undergraduate student body, Wesleyan is a highly selective liberal arts college that values both scholarship and teaching very highly and offers a generous sabbatical program and competitive salaries and benefits.

To apply, visit https://wesleyan.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/careers. A complete application includes a cover letter, curriculum vitae, writing sample, statement of current research, and documentation of teaching experience, including teaching statement, course syllabi and student evaluations (Uploaded as one document). In the cover letter, applicants should describe how they will embrace the college's commitment to fostering an inclusive community. Applicants will also be asked to provide the email addresses of three referees from whom we will obtain confidential letters of recommendation.

Applications completed by September 15, 2025 will receive full consideration.

Work Location: On Campus

All offers to external applicants are contingent on the candidate’s completion of a pre-employment background check screening (https://www.wesleyan.edu/hr/pdfs/Wesleyan%20University%20Background%20Check%20Policy\_.pdf) to the satisfaction of Wesleyan University.

Wesleyan University, located in Middletown, Connecticut, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or non-position-related criminal record. We welcome applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups. Inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504 or any other non-discrimination policies should be directed to Vice President for Equity and Inclusion, Title IX and ADA/504 Coordinator.

Wesleyan University complies with the Clery Act and maintains records of campus crime statistics and security policies. Copies of Wesleyan University’s Clery Act Report are available on request and online at https://www.wesleyan.edu/publicsafety/clery.html .

Experience is taken into consideration in the determination of salary offers. For more information visit https://www.wesleyan.edu/hr/handbook/compensation-practices/index.html

Wesleyan offers a broad range of employee benefits and development opportunities, including comprehensive group insurance plans, wellness programs and incentives, generous paid time off and retirement plans, flexible work schedules, employee and dependent tuition programs for those who qualify.

Detailed information on the benefits of working at Wesleyan is located at: https://wesleyan.edu/hr/careers/prospective-resources.html .

We welcome your interest in Wesleyan’s diverse, energetic community of employees who, by their creativity, innovative thinking, and generosity of spirit, help make Wesleyan a great place to work.

In this open-minded and inclusive environment, our faculty and staff foster a liberal arts experience characterized by boldness, rigor, and practical idealism.

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