Assistant Professor, Sociology

Mercer University • Macon, GA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Sociology at Mercer University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin August 1, 2027. The department seeks a sociologist specializing in crime, law, or deviance to teach sociology courses within the interdisciplinary criminal justice program, including introductory sociology, criminology, deviance, and juvenile delinquency. The successful candidate may also develop and teach undergraduate courses in their area of specialization.

The role is situated in a liberal arts environment emphasizing excellence in undergraduate teaching, with a teaching load of 21 semester credit hours per academic year. The candidate is expected to value mentoring undergraduates and involving students in an active research agenda. Mercer provides support for faculty travel and research, including the scholarship of teaching and learning.

This is an in-person position based in Macon, Georgia. Review of applications begins November 1 and continues until the position is filled. Selection of the final candidate is contingent on a successful background check.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in sociology from an accredited college or university.
• Specialization in crime, law, or deviance.
• Applicants should desire to work in a liberal arts environment emphasizing undergraduate teaching, student mentoring, and student involvement in research.

Nice To Haves

• ABD candidates will be considered at the rank of Instructor until the Ph.D. is obtained.
• Interest in the scholarship of teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach sociology courses in the interdisciplinary criminal justice program, including introductory sociology, criminology, deviance, and juvenile delinquency.
• Develop and teach undergraduate courses in the candidate’s area of specialization.
• Maintain an active research agenda and include students in its fulfillment.
• Mentor undergraduate students.
• Contribute to excellence in undergraduate teaching.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance for employees and dependents.
• Generous retirement contributions.
• Tuition waivers.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Technology discounts.
• Schedules that allow for work-life balance.
• Support for faculty travel and research, including the scholarship of teaching and learning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree