Assistant Professor, Sociology

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Responsibilities

The Department is interested in sociologists with a specialization in crime, law, or deviance. The successful candidate will teach sociology courses included within the interdisciplinary criminal justice program. In particular, the Department seeks a sociologist to teach courses such as introductory sociology, criminology, deviance, and juvenile delinquency.

The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to develop and teach undergraduate courses in their area of specialization. Applicants should desire to work in a liberal arts environment that emphasizes excellence in undergraduate teaching (the teaching load is 21 semester credit hours per academic year). Applicants should also desire a strong mentoring relationship with undergraduates and the inclusion of students in the fulfillment of the candidate’s active research agenda.

Mercer University provides support for faculty travel and research, including the scholarship of teaching and learning.

Qualifications

A Ph.D. in sociology from an accredited college/university is required. ABD candidates will be considered at the rank of Instructor until the Ph.D. has been obtained. Additional Information: Mercer University is one of America’s oldest and most distinctive institutions of higher learning, offering rigorous programs to more than 9,100 students enrolled in 12 schools and colleges.

The academic cornerstone of the university, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, is a highly selective, residential institution enrolling over 1,900 students. Recognized with a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Mercer University is located in historic Macon, Georgia, which is about an hour south of Atlanta.

For additional information about Mercer, the Department of Sociology, and the Criminal Justice program, please email Dr. Laura Simon, Chair of Sociology and Director of Criminal Justice, at simon_le@mercer.edu or consult the following websites: http://www.mercer.edu or https://liberalarts.mercer.edu/academic-departments/sociology/ .

Required Document Attachments: Interested candidates should complete the brief online application and submit the following materials: (1) Cover letter (2) Curriculum vitae (3) Teaching philosophy (4) Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g. faculty/student evaluations of teaching, syllabi, assignments) (5) Contact information for 3 professional references for letters of recommendation Review of applications will begin November 1 and will continue until the position is filled.

Selection of the final candidate is contingent on successful background check. Candidates selected for the first round of interviews will be asked to send unofficial graduate transcripts (redact any personal or private identifying information including, but not limited to: social security number, birthdate, race or gender, before submitting.

About Mercer University Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer’s twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.

The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer’s employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service.

At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community.

Why Work at Mercer University Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions , tuition waivers , paid vacation and sick leave , technology discounts, schedules that allow for work-life balance, and so much more!

At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University.

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