The Department of Sociology at Boston University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin July 1, 2025. We seek a colleague with research and teaching interests in urban sociology, and who can also contribute to at least one additional area of departmental strength or targeted growth, including health and medicine, culture, environmental sociology, law and crime, race, and global/transnational sociology. The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching in urban sociology, and should be able to teach core theory, methods, or introductory courses.

Boston University expects excellence in teaching and research, and is committed to building a culturally, racially, and ethnically diverse scholarly community. To apply, please submit 1) a cover letter; 2) teaching and research statements, no more than two pages each describing your interests and professional experience; 3) a curriculum vitae; 4) three reference letters; and 5) one sample of written work. Submit to Academic Jobs Online. Applications will be reviewed starting October 1, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

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