The Department of Sociology at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign invites applications for a 9-month full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor in the area of Race and Ethnicity. We are particularly interested in candidates with research interests and expertise in social inequality and poverty, intersectionality (Race, Class, and Gender), health and health disparities, and immigration that speak to questions related to social and racial justice (defined in terms of equal access and equal rights). Candidates must possess theoretical, analytical, and empirical skills; a commitment to excellence in research and teaching is essential. Successful candidates are expected to teach effectively at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, establish and maintain an active and independent research program, and provide service to the department, the university, and the profession.

The University of Illinois College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is a world leader in research, teaching, and public engagement. Faculty in the College create knowledge, address critical societal needs through the transfer and application of knowledge, and prepare students for lives of impact in the state, nation, and globally. To meet these objectives, the College embraces and values diversity and difference through hiring faculty candidates who can contribute through their research, teaching, and/or service to the diversity and excellence of the Illinois community.

PhD in Sociology or a closely related field is required. PhD is required at the time of application or by June 15, 2025, to be appointed as an Assistant Professor. Candidates whose PhD may be delayed but will complete all the PhD requirements within the first appointment year may be appointed at the rank of Instructor. After the PhD requirement is met, the appointment will be changed to Assistant Professor. The target start date is August 16, 2025. The budgeted salary range for the position is $88,000 to $93,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the full range for a position.

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To apply, create your candidate profile through the University of Illinois application login page at https://jobs.illinois.edu and submit your application materials: a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching and research interests, up to three representative publications or writing samples, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and contact information or Interfolio  ID for three professional references. References will be contacted electronically within 2–3 days of application submission. Only electronic applications submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will be accepted.

To ensure full consideration, all required application materials must be submitted by 6pm CST on September 16, 2024; letters of reference must be received no later than September 20, 2024. Early application submission is encouraged to allow time for referees to submit letters of recommendation.

For additional information, please contact Rebecca Riley at rriley@illinois.edu.

For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.