What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor of Sociology, Tenure-Track position at Kenyon College?
The Sociology Department at Kenyon College, a highly selective nationally-ranked liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for a tenure-track position.
Job Description
We seek a cultural sociologist and contemporary theorist with subfield work in either race and ethnicity education or religion.
- Candidates should have a research focus in one of these areas: race and ethnicity education or religion.
- A strong record of teaching excellence is required.
- Candidates must demonstrate plans to incorporate student researchers into their research programs.
Application Requirements
Candidates must submit:
- a letter of application
- a curriculum vitae
- a list of three references including contact information
Teaching Experience
Candidates should discuss their teaching experience in the cover letter, including specific examples of innovative assignments and approaches.
Research Agenda
Candidates must outline their research agenda in the cover letter, including current and future projects.
Evaluation Criteria
The following criteria will be used to evaluate candidates:
- teaching experience and philosophy
- research agenda and productivity
- commitment to diversity equity and inclusion
Kenyon College Commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Kenyon College has a strong commitment to supporting diversity equity and inclusion. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and applications from members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
