Visiting Assistant Professor of Sociology

The Department of Sociology at Dickinson College invites applications for a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor for the 2024-25 academic year, with possible renewal for a second year. We prefer to hire a professor who will hold a Ph.D. in Sociology at the time of appointment, but we will consider candidates at an "all-but-dissertation" (ABD) status. An ideal candidate studies mass incarceration and comparative punishment, engaging with theories of social control, and/or law and social justice in their work. The teaching load is five courses over two semesters, to include a social theory course, introduction to sociology, and elective courses in the professor's areas of expertise. This full-time position includes benefits and eligibility to apply for college research and travel support. We welcome scholars employing any methodology in their research. Applicants should have a strong commitment to teaching undergraduate students in an interdisciplinary liberal arts environment. Please apply at by submitting a letter of interest, an up-to-date curriculum vita (CV), two letters of reference, a teaching statement with an emphasis on building inclusive learning environments, and evidence of teaching effectiveness including at least one sample syllabus. Review of applications will begin March 1, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Questions may be directed to Dr. Helene Lee, Chair, Department of Sociology, via . Dickinson College is a highly selective four-year, independent liberal arts college with 2,300 students. It is located in Carlisle, a small city, which is twenty minutes to the west of the Pennsylvania state capitol of Harrisburg. The campus is two hours away from Baltimore, Washington DC, and Philadelphia. The College is committed to building a representative and diverse faculty, administrative staff, and student body. We encourage applications from all qualified persons. The ability to create inclusive learning environments for an increasingly diverse student body will be an important characteristic of the successful candidate.