Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track), Department of Sociology & Criminology

POSITION SPECIFICS

The at The Pennsylvania State University, in University Park, PA, USA, invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position, at the rank of Assistant Professor, to start in Fall 2027, with flexibility.

A Ph.D. in Sociology, or related field, is required by the appointment date.

Candidates for Assistant Professor must have demonstrated ability as a researcher, scholar, and teacher and have evidence of growth in scholarly achievement. Duties and responsibilities for assistant professor candidates include a combination of research, service, and teaching. Onsite teaching is an essential function of the job.

The successful candidate will have expertise in population-based approaches to aging, broadly defined. Their academic portfolio will also fit with the mission of the aging initiative being supported by the College of Liberal Arts and other units on campus, including the (SSRI). The initiative includes a focus on federally funded aging research. Thus, candidates should be grant-active or show strong evidence of external funding potential.

Successful candidates will also strengthen the Department and College, and contribute to SSRI's mission, which is to foster novel, interdisciplinary collaborative research that addresses critical human and social problems.

Interested candidates must submit an online application at , and should upload the following application materials electronically: a letter of interest, CV or resume, and a list of three references with contact information. Inquiries may be directed to . Review of applications will begin on October 15 and continue until the position is filled.

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BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. 

BENEFITS

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. 

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CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

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EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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