The Department of Sociology at Radford University, a regional comprehensive university in the picturesque Blue Ridge and New River Valley regions of Southwest Virgina, seeks applications for a nine-month tenure-track position beginning in Fall 2026. We are seeking a teacher-scholar with expertise and training in African American Studies who can contribute to our program. Our department of dedicated teacher-scholars includes a major and minor in Sociology and a growing and dynamic minor in African American Studies. The successful candidate will be named the Director of African American Studies and will have the opportunity to grow the program through high-impact teaching, mentorship, and programming through the Black Studies Center.

Required Qualifications

PhD in Sociology, African American Studies, or closely related field; demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring undergraduate students; a record of scholarship or demonstrated potential for developing a productive program of scholarship. ABD candidates will be considered with confirmation of a graduation date. Rank and tenure status is negotiable.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to contribute to undergraduate research through the Center for Social and Cultural Research, and experience in one or more of the following: applied sociological products, online courses, supervising undergraduate internships, and/or capacity to complement our course offerings in sociology.

Applicants should apply at http://jobs.radford.com and include (1) a letter of application that explains how they meet the required and preferred qualifications, (2) a current vita, and (3) the names, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers of three references. No further information is requested at this time. Review of applications will begin November 1, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Joanna Hunter at jhunter35@radford.edu.

Radford University is a co-educational, comprehensive, state supported institution located in southwestern Virginia, 40 miles from Roanoke, with an enrollment of approximately 7,700 students. For more information visit our website at http://www.radford.edu. Radford University is an Equal opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.