Open Rank Professor of Sociology & Criminology

The Department of Sociology, Criminology, & Anthropology in the College of Arts and Sciences at North Central College invites applications for two (2) tenure-track positions in Sociology & Criminology to begin August 1, 2025. The contracts are for 9.5 months, with a competitive salary and a 3-2 teaching load.  Candidates for the first position (sociology) will be considered regardless of field of specialization but should be able to instruct a range of undergraduate courses in the sociology curriculum, including social theory.  Candidates for the second position (criminology) must have teaching strengths across the criminology curriculum, including our course on race, gender, class, and crime. Candidates with teaching proficiencies in qualitative methods are highly desirable for either position. Teaching excellence is paramount for both positions, and this highly collaborative department promotes experiential learning that highlights faculty areas of expertise and scholarship.  As a department, we are deeply committed to creating inclusive spaces in and outside the classroom. We seek candidates who share this commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging and will partner with us as we advance our efforts in this area, inspiring and motivating others to do the same. 

Successful applicants are expected to have completed their Ph.D. in Sociology (first position) or Criminology (second position) or closely related fields by August 2025. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching, mentoring, and scholarship. We highly value research that includes undergraduate students and fosters an environment that stimulates intellectual growth and engagement.

North Central College values diversity, equity and inclusion and strongly encourages candidates who would enrich the diversity of the campus community to apply. Experience working with diverse student populations and communities is highly desirable.