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Tenure-Track Faculty Position - Department of Sociology Date Posted: May 1, 2026. Posting Deadline: June 1, 2026. Department: Sociology. Type of Employment: Permanent, Full-Time. Group Affiliation: SMUFU. At Saint Mary''s University, you will be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility, diversity, and providing a positive and supportive learning environment. We recognize the importance of the contribution and growth of each individual in the University''s success. The Department of Sociology invites applications for a full-time, tenuretrack position at the rank of Assistant Professor to commence July 01, 2027. We seek a candidate with substantive research expertise that speaks to contemporary matters and will foster undergraduate engagement. Areas may include, but are not limited to: sport, violence, religion, matters connected to science and technology, social/digital media, and emerging trends in AI. Successful candidates should also demonstrate promise and interest in teaching introductory sociology and social theory. We also welcome candidates who demonstrate interest in or capacity for providing students with experiential learning opportunitiessuch as communityengaged learning, applied or practicebased projects, and other forms of handson or fieldbased learning that connect sociological concepts to realworld contexts. Experience and Education Requirements Preference will be given to candidates with a PhD in sociology, but ABD candidates with a scheduled dissertation defense may apply. Only applicants with a PhD (or ABD) in sociology will be considered. The application deadline is October 01, 2026. Application Details Cover letter Curriculum vitae Teaching dossier (including evidence of teaching effectiveness and course evaluations, if available) Short research statement One example of recent peerreviewed, scholarly writing Graduate transcripts Names and contact information for three referees (shortlisted candidates will be asked for reference letters) Merge these documents into a single PDF and submit directly to Augie Westhaver, Chair, Department of Sociology (). The Department of Sociology consists of seven fulltime faculty who teach in a thriving undergraduate program that emphasizes training in empirical sociological research. We have over 150 majors and a growing honours program. Saint Mary''s University is committed to equity and diversity. We welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialised persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity, and others who may contribute to the growth and enrichment of our community. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources (). We acknowledge that Saint Mary''s University is located on the traditional land of the Mi''kmaq. This territory is covered by the Treaties of Peace and Friendship signed in 1725, recognizing Mi''kmaq and Wolastoqiyik title to the lands and establishing the rules for an ongoing relationship. As an institution committed to respecting these treaties, we incorporate their significance into our teaching, research, and work. Benefits for faculty members include competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits package, defined contribution pension plan, vacation, personal days, professional development, holiday closure, and employee Halifax transit EPass program. #J-18808-Ljbffr