"Visiting Assistant Professor of Sociology"

Job Description

The Department of Psychology and Sociology at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor position in Sociology for Spring 2026. Pending satisfactory performance, the position will be renewed for the 2026-2027 academic year. We seek applicants with a Doctoral Degree in Sociology who are successful teaching scholars, as evidenced by a strong record of teaching excellence and research productivity. All areas of research and teaching specialization within Sociology will be considered.

The Department of Psychology and Sociology offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology as well as a minor. As such, faculty teach a range of lower- and upper-division courses in sociology at the undergraduate level. The program values student-faculty interactions beyond the classroom including research collaboration and program events (e.g., film screenings, guest speakers, etc.). The teaching load for this position will be four courses per semester. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate sociology courses such as Introduction to Sociology, Social Problems, Social Theory, Sociology of Gender, and other courses related to their area of expertise. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to engage in departmental service where appropriate and encouraged to engage in research activity.

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a vibrant, Hispanic and Minority Serving Doctoral Research Institution that proudly provides a solid academic reputation, renowned faculty, and highly rated degree programs since 1947. The University has a heritage of teaching excellence with innovation in research and community engagement as part of the distinguished Texas A&M System. The only university in the nation located on its own island, at the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast. With palm tree lined pathways throughout the campus, nearby natural wetlands, a scenic hike-and-bike trail and pristine views of the beach and bay, Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi is a first-choice institution.

Required Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in Sociology, advanced ABD will be considered; degree must be conferred by the time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching lower- and upper-level sociology courses at the undergraduate level, including research methods
• A record of research activity
• Potential to mentor undergraduate students in research

TO APPLY: https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/careers/index.php

A completed application will include:

• A cover letter addressing the qualifications listed
• A curriculum vitae
• A 2-3 page statement summarizing the candidate's teaching philosophy, experience, and effectiveness
• A 2-3 page statement summarizing the candidate's research activities and accomplishments
• Contact information for 3-5 professional references, including name, title, address, telephone number, and email address
• Unofficial copies of transcripts of graduate coursework (official copies will be required at the time of hire)

Review of applications will begin immediately. The job posting will remain open until September 15, 2025.

Please address inquiries to Dr. Amy Houlihan, Search Committee Chair, at amy.houlihan@tamucc.edu.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

To apply, visit https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TAMUCC_External/job/Corpus-Christi-TX/Visiting-Assistant-Professor-of-Sociology_R-087168-1