Assistant Professor of Sociology
Susquehanna UniversityJob Type: Faculty - Full-Time Benefits Eligible
FLSA: Exempt
Hours per week: Variable
Number of months: 9
Location : Selinsgrove, PA
Closing Date: Continuous
About SusquehannaSusquehanna University is the future-ready institution for today, invested in cultivating intellectual grounding, active learning and global citizenship for all students. Renowned as one of the finest U.S. national liberal arts colleges, Susquehanna inspires and challenges 2,200 enterprising, bright-minded students studying the arts, business, humanities and sciences. Our students seize opportunities through exceptional worldwide internships, expert-guided research and an acclaimed study-abroad program, leading to a transformative education that empowers each graduate to realize their unique potential and lead a successful and meaningful life.
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Job Summary
Susquehanna University invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor with research and teaching expertise in the area of New Social Movements.
Minimum Qualifications
Preference will be given to candidates who are quantitative researchers and able to teach Quantitative Research Methods and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Candidates must be able to teach courses at the introductory and upper level, specifically: Principles of Sociology; Sociological Theory; New Social Movements; the capstone research seminar; and the first-year seminar (non-majors). Demonstrated success or evidence of potential to excel in teaching and advising undergraduates is essential, as is ongoing scholarly productivity and institutional service. Evidence of a strong commitment to pedagogies that demonstrate the University's commitment to our varied student body is also requisite. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a compelling research program that is accessible to undergraduate student participation and collaboration. The position begins in August 2026, and a Ph.D. in sociology must be completed by then.
Additional Information for Applicant
To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching objectives, a statement of research interests, and three letters of recommendation online. Any inquiries should be sent to the department head, Dr. Shari Jacobson (
jacobson@susqu.edu). Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.
To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/susqu/jobs/5055754/assistant-professor-of-sociologyjeid-cb2dd3ecdfbd0e47841c6faa492c0260
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