Sociology - 2025-26 Professional Track Faculty Pool

The Department of Sociology at The University of Texas at Austin seeks to develop a pool of candidates for possible temporary/non-tenure track positions to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses. Positions are not available every semester and are contingent upon student enrollment and the availability of funding. Appointments are normally made on a semester-by-semester basis, though sometimes a year-long or years-long appointment may be made. Positions are renewable annually or multi-annually, contingent upon funding, position and performance. Salary is dependent upon position and qualifications.

Qualifications

A Ph.D. in Sociology is preferred. Previous college-level teaching experience is required.

Application Instructions

Interested applicants are invited to submit a curriculum vitae, the names and contact information for three references, and teaching materials (teaching philosophy, teaching evaluations, sample syllabi) to: Professor Shannon Cavanagh, Chair, Department of Sociology.