Open Positions

Assistant Professor of Instruction Position in Sociology

The University of South Alabama Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work invites applications for a full-time (9-month), non-tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Instruction position in Sociology, starting August 15, 2025. A Ph.D. in Sociology or a closely related field is required by time of appointment. We encourage applications from any area of Sociology but especially applicants with expertise in environmental sociology, social movements, medical sociology, sociological theory, and/or gerontology. The successful candidate will teach across the undergraduate curriculum in sociology; recruit students; advise students, and serve on committees, especially those related to student success. Teaching experience is preferred.

To apply, send by email a cover letter, CV, and list of three references to Dr. Phil Carr, Search Chair, at pcarr@southalabama.edu.

Applicants invited for a campus interview will arrange to have all official graduate and undergraduate transcripts sent directly by the registrars of all colleges and universities attended to Dr. Phil Carr or by mail to the following address:

HUMB 13
5991 USA Dr. North
Mobile, AL 36688-0002

Review of applications will begin on April 24, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.

The University of South Alabama is an EO/AA employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression), religion, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. Members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.