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Sociology - 2026-27 Professional Track Faculty Pool
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A Sociology Professor teaches foundational sociological ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
$84,075 / year median in Texas
+8% projected growth
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Sociology - 2026-27 Professional Track Faculty Pool University of Texas at Austin - 4.2 Austin, TX Job Details Non-tenure 13 hours ago Qualifications University teaching experience University experience Full Job Description Description The Department of Sociology at The University of Texas at Austin seeks to develop a pool of candidates for possible temporary/non-tenure track positions to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses. Positions are not available every semester and are contingent upon student enrollment and the availability of funding. Appointments are normally made on a semester-by-semester basis, though sometimes a year-long or years-long appointment may be made. Positions are renewable annually or multi-annually, contingent upon funding, position and performance. Salary is dependent upon position and qualifications. Qualifications A Ph.D. in Sociology is preferred. Previous college-level teaching experience is required. Application Instructions Interested applicants are invited to submit a curriculum vitae, the names and contact information for three references, and teaching materials (teaching philosophy, teaching evaluations, sample syllabi) to: Professor Shannon Cavanagh, Chair, Department of Sociology. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.