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Position

Instructor/Assistant Professor of Sociology

Division:

Liberal Arts and Humanities

Department:

Department of Criminal Justice and Sociology

Reports to:

Chair of the Department of Criminal Justice and Sociology

Position Summary

Livingstone College is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor of Sociology beginning the Fall 2025 semester to teach various courses in Sociology. Teaching needs range from Principles of Sociology, Social Change, Social Theory, and Social Stratification. Advising for the Sociology learning community and serving on campus committees are additional assigned responsibilities. THIS IS AN IN PERSON POSITION

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The results you will deliver each day that matter most!

Teach 15 credit hours per fall semester and 12 credit hours per spring semester in addition to keeping 8 office hours each semester.

Preparing course outlines and syllabi in accordance with program standards.

Participate in curriculum/program development.

Actively engage in student mentoring and advisement.

Attend department and division meetings.

Manage the department and supervise faculty within the department.

Participate in grant writing.

Use technology to enhance student learning.

Serve on college committees.

Perform other contractual duties.

Education/ Experience

What you will need to be successful!

Master’s or Doctorate degree in Sociology. PhD in Sociology preferred. At least two years of post-master’s degree experience working in the profession.

Strong communication skills a plus;
Demonstrated excellence in teaching and instruction;
Dedication to providing quality instruction for all students.

Life at Livingstone College

Why we believe you will love working at Livingstone College!!

Livingstone College is a private historically black college that is secured by a strong commitment to quality instruction, academic excellence, and student success. Through a Christian-based environment suitable for holistic learning, Livingstone provides excellent business, liberal arts, STEAM, teacher education, and workforce development programs for students from all ethnic backgrounds designed to promote lifelong learning and to develop student potential for leadership and service to a global community.