Assistant Professor -- Sociology

The Department of Sociology at The University of Texas at Austin is seeking applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning in Fall 2027. Candidates should specialize in areas such as Crime, Law, and Justice, Political Sociology, or Economic Sociology. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, contributing to research initiatives, and participating in departmental service. Applicants must have completed their PhD by the time of appointment or expect to do so within a year. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, teaching statement, CV, writing sample, and three reference letters. Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.