Assistant Professor of Sociology in the area of critical criminology

The Sociology Department at Oberlin College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in the College of Arts and Sciences in the field of critical criminology, broadly defined to include law, punishment, and justice. Initial appointment to this position will be for a term of 4 years, beginning fall semester of 2025, and will carry the rank of Assistant Professor.

The incumbent will teach the standard teaching load (4.5 courses per year) in any area of critical criminology. Teaching responsibilities include introduction to sociology and a range of courses at all levels of the curriculum, including capstones and seminars. The ability to teach sociological theory or sociological methods is desirable, as are courses not currently represented in the curriculum.

The incumbent will also be expected to engage in sustained scholarly research and/or other creative work appropriate to the position and participate in the full range of faculty responsibilities, including academic advising and service on committees.

Among the qualifications required for appointment is the Ph.D. degree (in hand or expected by first semester of academic year 2025). Candidates must demonstrate interest and potential excellence in undergraduate teaching. Successful teaching experience at the college level is desirable. Oberlin College is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. The incumbent will bring understanding of or experience working with underrepresented and diverse academic populations. Oberlin is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the excellence and diversity of the academic community through their research, teaching, and service. Oberlin recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran’s status, and/or other protected status as required by applicable law.

Review of applications will begin on October 14, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications received by the October 13th deadline will be guaranteed full consideration.

Questions about the position can be addressed to: gmattson@oberlin.edu or Greggor Mattson, Chair of Sociology, at 440-775-5253.

To be assured of consideration, submit required application materials for this position found at https://jobs.oberlin.edu/ by October 13, 2024.