Position Details
Position Information
Budget Title
Diversity Fellow Instructor/Assistant Professor
Campus Title
PRODiG+ Fellow, Sociology
School/Division
Academic Affairs, Division of
Department
Sociology/Anthropology
Faculty Sub-Type
FT Faculty
Salary Level
A6
Salary Range
$65,000
Salary Determination
Position Effort
Full-Time
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Is this a temporary position?
No
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Position Summary
The SUNY Cortland Sociology/Anthropology Department is accepting applications for a two-year (12-month) postdoctoral fellowship beginning in Fall 2027. This position is offered as part of the Promoting Recruitment, Opportunity, Diversity, Inclusion and Growth Plus (PRODiG+) postdoctoral Program. PRODiG+ is designed with two primary goals: (1) increasing the number and share of excellent diverse faculty committed to advancing the ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion; and (2) strengthening the pipeline for retention and support of these candidates. Additional information on the PRODiG+ Fellowship can be found at https://www.suny.edu/prodig-plus/fellowship/ . This Fellowship is for a 12-month appointment for two years (AY27-AY29).
We seek a social scientist with expertise in Indigenous studies and research methods. Preference will be given to applicants with expertise in environmental sociology. The successful candidate will demonstrate evidence of excellence in teaching and be able to teach a social science methods survey course and courses related to environmental sociology or environmental justice from an Indigenous or decolonial perspective. Geographic area of specialization is open. Research expertise that complements rather than duplicates that of current faculty preferred.
Throughout the fellowship, the successful candidate will receive mentoring on how to thrive as a faculty member at a comprehensive college, balancing the demands of teaching and research. The fellowship is expected to transition into a tenure-track position after two years, provided the fellow achieves performance milestones during the fellowship.
The successful candidate will become a part of our dynamic Sociology/Anthropology Department supporting nearly 300 students in one of our four undergraduate majors in sociology, criminology, anthropology, and archaeology and our innovative dual major degree in Sociology/Adolescence Education in Social Studies.
The PRODiG+ fellow will join a growing department of faculty who are dedicated teachers, productive scholars, and engaged members of the campus community.
Salary: $65,000
- What makes SUNY Cortland a great place to work?Our positions provide predictable salary progressions, and many offer permanency.
- Generous benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, various retirement program options, paid family leave and/or parental leaves, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, long term disability and tuition reimbursement.
- SUNY Cortland prioritizes work-life balance and well-being in all forms. The university’s state-of-the-art Student Life Center is free for employees to use, with membership options for families. Alternate work schedules are available with a supervisor’s approval.
- Professional development opportunities exist through training, continuing education programs, tuition reimbursement and conference travel, based on funding.
- Cortland County and surrounding areas offer easy access to arts, entertainment, outdoor recreation and much more. Experience Cortland dives deep into the region’s offerings
Major Responsibilities
- TeachingTeach a reduced load of 9 credits per year for the duration of the two-year program.
- Maintain regular office hours and provide academic advising and mentoring to students, at a reduced load, in support of an equitable and diverse scholarly environment.
- Scholarship/ResearchDevelop an active research agenda.
- ServiceEngage in a reduced service load within the department, school, college, and community.
- Functional and Supervisory RelationshipsReports to the academic department chair
- Works closely with department faculty
- Required QualificationsBe eligible to work in the United States without a visa sponsorship (Note: if you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet the eligibility requirements for this position);
- Have a PhD in Sociology or a related field from an accredited institution completed prior to start date;
- Demonstrate personal, academic, and/or work experience engaging with diversity, equity, and inclusion and/or a commitment to facilitating and enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in the campus community. Such experience may include, but is not limited to, an academic/scholarly track record focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion; work, volunteer/unpaid/community service; or related experience/expertise in serving underserved or vulnerable areas and/or populations.
- The department seeks candidates whose research and teaching fields complement, without duplicating, existing strengths.
- Candidates must have expertise in one of the following specialties: social science research methods AND Indigenous studies OR Native American studies OR decolonial studies.
Preferred Qualifications
- Preference will be given to candidates who are:Current SUNY students, alumni, and/or Fellows.
- Candidates from a low-income background (e.g., Pell-eligible as undergraduates), were first-generation college students (students whose parents have not earned a bachelor’s degree), or who have overcome adversity, are AmeriCorps alumni, or are veterans; and
- Have expertise in environmental sociology and/or environmental justice.
- Have prior college teaching experience.
The PRODiG+ Fellowship is open to any and all prospective candidates regardless of race, color, national origin, or sex, and is consistent with all current governing federal and state nondiscrimination law. All application submissions will be assessed and evaluated in accordance with the required eligibility criteria.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
About the University
A top public university of approximately 6,600 students located in the geographic center of New York State, SUNY Cortland provides accessible, affordable education to students from across the U.S. body. One of 13 comprehensive universities in the State University of New York system, SUNY Cortland prides itself on its rigorous undergraduate and graduate programs in the liberal arts, sciences, education, and professional studies. For more than 150 years, SUNY Cortland has provided unmistakable value for students seeking a well-rounded academic, athletic, and social experience. The University ranks among the top campuses in the nation on Money magazine’s “Best Colleges for Your Money List,” fields a powerhouse Division III athletics program and boasts an impressive network of alumni making a difference in education, business, government, fitness, medicine and many other fields.
EEO Statement
SUNY is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, including individuals with disabilities. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application, interview, or hiring process may request an accommodation by contacting our HR ADA Coordinator in Miller Room 302, [contact details available in the full listing], [contact details available in the full listing]. Requests for accommodation will be considered consistent with applicable law. This process is separate from, and does not require, any voluntary self-identification of disability status.
Job Close Date
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
F26006
Review Start Date
12/15/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
Submit an essay of 750 words or less to the following essay prompt: “Please describe how you’ve engaged, facilitated, and/or enhanced diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in the campus community. Examples could include personal, academic, and/or work experience and may include, but is not limited to, an academic/scholarly track record focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion; work, volunteer/unpaid/community service; or related experience/expertise in serving underserved or vulnerable areas and/or populations.”
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://jobs.cortland.edu/postings/11520
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Will you now or in the future require employment visa sponsorship?
- Yes
- No
Documents Needed to Apply
- Required DocumentsCurriculum Vitae or Resume
- Cover Letter
- Other - See Special Instructions to Applicants
- Professional References Contact Info. ONLY (minimum of 3)
Optional Documents
