FLSA Classification
Full-Time Faculty – Tenure Track
Reports to
Provost Tim Smith
Date
July 01, 2025
Job Description
Summary/Objective
The Sociology Department at Randolph College in Lynchburg, Virginia invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position. The focus is open, but we particularly encourage people whose teaching and research concentrate on Race & Ethnicity, Queer Studies, or International issues.
Because we are a small department, we seek someone who can teach general courses like Introduction to Sociology and Social Problems, core courses like Theory, Methods, and Inequality, as well as courses in their own areas of specialization. We collaborate regularly with other programs like Media & Culture, Gender Studies, Comparative Philosophy, Psychology, and Political Science, so interdisciplinary applicants are welcomed.
We are seeking a colleague who is dedicated first and foremost to students and teaching, yet someone who is dedicated to service and research and committed to Randolph’s diverse and inclusionary environment.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Must effectively carry out the essential duties and responsibilities of this position in a manner that consistently demonstrates Randolph College’s mission and core values in a positive manner.
- Teaching, advising, and mentoring undergraduate students
- Serving on department and college committees
- Contributing to curriculum development in Sociology
- Developing and maintaining an active research agenda
- Incorporating undergraduate students into their research when possible
Competencies
- Teaching in Sociology or closely related fields (Gender Studies, African American Studies, etc)
Supervisory Responsibilities
None.
Work Environment
College campus.
Physical Demands
Sitting and standing as necessary for teaching or advising students
Travel Required
None, unless attending conferences or professional development trainings.
Required Education and Experience
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required Education and Experience
- PhD or ABD in Sociology or closely related field (Gender Studies, African American Studies, etc.)
Preferred Education and Experience
- 2+ years of undergraduate teaching experience
- Record of research, presentations, and publications
Additional Eligibility Requirements
Applicants should send application materials to: sociologysearch@randolphcollege.edu. Include a cover letter, a current vita, at least one writing sample (preferably a published article, chapter, or book review), a teaching philosophy, a statement about DEI and inclusivity in teaching and research, and a list of at least 3 professional references.
Applications must be submitted by October 13, 2024 to receive full consideration.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance Requirements
Must be authorized to work in the United States. Pre-employment criminal background checks.
Affirmative Action/EEO Statement
Randolph College is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, political beliefs, or any other classification protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, termination, placement, transfer, layoff, recall, compensation, and training.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.