Senior Lecturer of Sociology

The Department of Sociology at Vanderbilt University seeks highly motivated candidates for an instructional faculty position at the rank of Senior Lecturer. The successful candidate will teach criminology and other core sociology courses using the highest standards of teaching in a student-focused manner. Preference will be given to candidates with expertise and interest in teaching social science computational methods. The teaching load is six courses per academic year with the possibility of multiple sections of some courses. A strong record of teaching excellence, interest in pedagogy, and experience working with diverse and highly motivated students is highly desirable. The position will begin fall 2025 and is non-tenure-track. The initial appointment is for three years, with the potential for continuing reappointment, contingent upon institutional review.