The Department of Sociology at Santa Clara University, a Jesuit, Catholic university, seeks applicants for Quarterly Lecturer (non-tenure track) positions to teach courses in Community and Society, Introduction to Sociology, International and Global Sociology, and Law and Society, among other potential openings, with specific assignments made according to academic qualifications and programmatic need. This is an applicant pool and positions are hired as needed; the position type is temporary, teaching is 100% of the role with no required service duties, and the successful candidate will teach no more than two courses in any quarter and no more than four across the fall, winter and spring quarters on Santa Clara's ten-week quarter system. Classes are presented in person. Compensation is $9,552 for each 4 or 5 unit course. Basic qualifications are a terminal degree (PhD/MFA) in Sociology or a closely related field; applicants who are ABD or hold a master's degree with commensurate academic experience of five to seven years of college or professional teaching will also be considered, together with demonstrated excellence in teaching sociology courses at the college level. Requested materials include a CV, sample syllabi, teaching evaluations, a short cover letter noting any experience teaching community-based or service learning courses, and reference contacts. Employment is subject to a collective bargaining agreement with SEIU Local 1021. The ad closes on March 30, 2027.
- Career stageDoctoral candidate, Independent scholar
- DegreePhD
- Degree requirementTerminal degree (Ph.D./MFA) in Sociology or a closely-related field.
- Degree requirementApplicants who are ABD or possess a Master’s degree, accompanied by commensurate academic experience in Sociology or a closely-related field (5-7 years of college or professional teaching) will be considered.
- Work authorization requirementSCU does not sponsor any applicants for work visas for this position. The successful candidate must be able to provide evidence of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States.
- StatusOpen
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