Department of Sociology: Associate/Full Professor of Sociology

Department of Sociology: Associate/Full Professor of Sociology

The Department of Sociology at Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for a tenured Associate or Full Professor faculty appointment with a primary research focus on health and well-being, broadly conceived. The appointment begins in the fall semester of 2025. 

A Ph.D. in Sociology or a closely related field is required at the time of appointment. Candidates should have an outstanding teaching, service, and publication record commensurate with tenure at their respective rank. Duties include research targeted for scholarly publication, undergraduate and graduate student teaching and advising, and participation in department and university service. Diversity and Inclusion are core values at Washington University, and we seek to create inclusive classrooms and environments in which a diverse array of students can learn and thrive. Washington University and the Department of Sociology especially encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented and minority groups. Salary, teaching requirements, and research support will be highly competitive.

The search committee will consider applications until the search is closed, but applications should be received by September 18, 2024, to ensure full consideration. Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research and teaching interests, names and contact information for three references, and two writing samples. Applications and supporting materials should be submitted electronically via Interfolio.

If applicants have questions about the application process, they should contact Opal Anderson at opal@wustl.edu or call the department at 314-935-8660.