Assistant Professor of Sociology

The College of Charleston Department of Sociology and Anthropology invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level beginning on August 16, 2027. Successful candidates will have earned a Ph.D. in Sociology, or closely related applied field, by the time of the appointment. We seek a broadly trained sociologist with specialization – and ability to teach courses – in the sociology of mental health, child and family welfare, or social work. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to teaching within an undergraduate institution and will be expected to teach a combination of courses in their area of specialization as well as introductory sociology courses and core sociology courses. Candidates should demonstrate evidence of ongoing scholarship.

The College of Charleston, located in Charleston, SC, is a public institution of 11,000 students with a commitment to excellence in teaching and research. The Department of Sociology and Anthropology consists of 17 faculty (7 Anthropologists and 10 Sociologists) and has approximately 190 undergraduate majors (SOCY 125, ANTH 65). Applicants may learn more about the department at https://charleston.edu/sociology-anthropology/index.php.

Apply online at https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/18739. Only electronic applications submitted via this website will be considered. Please include the following materials with your online application:

• Cover letter
• CV
• Unofficial graduate transcripts
• One sample manuscript
• One sample syllabus (load to “other documents”)
• Contact information for three references, who will be contacted at the virtual interview stage of the selection process

Review of applications will begin on Monday, December 7, 2026. Position open until filled. Questions regarding the position can be directed to Heath Hoffmann at hoffmannh@cofc.edu.