Assistant or Associate Professor of Sociology
Company: University of La Verne
Location: La Verne
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Summary The Department of Sociology and
Anthropology at the University of La Verne invites applications for
a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor in Sociology with a
specialty in Criminology. Candidates would be expected to teach
courses such as Law and Society, Introduction to Criminology,
Quantitative or Qualitative Methods, Mass Incarceration,
Criminological Theory, Internship, and Criminal Justice System, in
addition to special topics in their area of expertise. In addition,
candidates are expected to engage in research and provide
departmental service, including advising majors and minors.
Preference is given for candidates with departmental leadership
experience. We welcome candidates from underrepresented groups in
college faculties. Minimum Qualifications Candidates must have a
Ph.D. in sociology or criminology from an accredited institution at
the time of appointment (July 1, 2024) and have prior teaching
experience. Preferred Qualifications Consistent with the mission of
the university and the department, the ideal candidate for this
position should be a teacher-scholar who is a good departmental
citizen and demonstrates a commitment to the principles of
diversity, inclusion, and social justice. Candidates should
demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and a
commitment to working with diverse populations, including first
generation and Latinx students. We welcome candidates with
departmental leadership experience.
Keywords: University of La Verne, Oceanside , Assistant or Associate Professor of Sociology, Education / Teaching , La Verne, California
