Sociology - 2026-27 Professional Track Faculty Pool

Sociology - 2026-27 Professional Track Faculty Pool

College/School/Unit: College of Liberal Arts

Department: Department of Sociology

Posted: Aug 16, 2026

Apply By: Aug 15, 2027

Description

The Department of Sociology at The University of Texas at Austin
seeks to develop a pool of candidates for possible
temporary/non-tenure track positions to teach undergraduate and/or
graduate courses. Positions are not available every semester and
are contingent upon student enrollment and the availability of
funding. Appointments are normally made on a semester-by-semester
basis, though sometimes a year-long or years-long appointment may
be made. Positions are renewable annually or multi-annually,
contingent upon funding, position and performance. Salary is
dependent upon position and qualifications.

Qualifications

A Ph.D. in Sociology is preferred. Previous college-level teaching
experience is required.

Application Instructions

Interested applicants are invited to submit a curriculum vitae, the
names and contact information for three references, and teaching
materials (teaching philosophy, teaching evaluations, sample
syllabi) to: Professor Shannon Cavanagh, Chair, Department of
Sociology.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal
opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all
applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and
affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of
equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the
basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability,
religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and
activities, and admissions.

To apply, visit https://faculty.utexas.edu/career/185015

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