Assistant Professor of Sociology, Tenure-Track

Job overview

The Assistant Professor of Sociology, Tenure-Track role is onsite in Mount Vernon, IA, beginning August 2027. Compensation is not specified. Cornell College is a liberal arts college with a One Course At A Time curriculum emphasizing experiential learning and close faculty-student relationships. The faculty member teaches undergraduate sociology and related courses, mentors students, and contributes to department and college service. The position supports student learning through applied sociological perspectives, inclusive teaching, and active engagement.

What you'll do

• Teach six courses per academic year, including Sociological Thinking and courses in core curricula or the candidate’s expertise
• mentor students
• participate in department service and support the Ingenuity core curriculum
• develop teaching strategies suited to the One Course At A Time calendar.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

assistant professor of sociology

tenure-track

mount vernon ia

undergraduate education

applied sociology

experiential learning

inclusive pedagogy

six courses per year

ph.d. in sociology required

community and public health

department of sociology

cornell college

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, vision, HSA and FSA accounts, TIAA 403(b), tuition remission and exchange, life, disability, travel, and accident insurance.

Why this role

Tenure-track appointment beginning August 2027; teaching load is six block courses per academic year, with two blocks reserved for professional development, course preparation, or academic travel.

About the employer

Cornell College is hiring for this role. Industry: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools. Sector: 61.