BYU Sociology - CFS Professional Faculty, may be filled with a visitor
BYU Sociology - CFS Professional Faculty, may be filled with a visitor
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Job Title:Sociology - CFS Professional Faculty may be filled with a visitor
Posting Close Date:December 1 2025
NOTE: Last day to apply is Sunday November:59p
Position Start Date:August 1 2026
Required Degree:This position requires a masters degree in Sociology or a closely related field; a PhD is preferred.
The required degree must be completed by the start date.
Experience:The Department of Sociology in the College of Family Home and Social Sciences at Brigham Young University is looking to fill one full-time Continuing Faculty Status-track(BYU equivalent of tenure-track)Professional appointment beginning in the Fall semester of 2026. We invite individuals of all ranks and areas of specializationto apply. Qualifications include a strong interest in undergraduate teaching and a masters degree in Sociology or a closely related field although a PhD is preferred. We welcome applications from practitioners with substantial industry experience. A visiting faculty appointment may be considered.
United by our common primary identity as children of God BYU values equal opportunity. We also value and embrace the variety of individual characteristics life experiences and circumstances perspectives talents and gifts of each member of the BYU community and the richness and strength they bring in helping create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ. Candidates with experience in and commitment to mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Duties/Expectations:Successful candidates will show a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring including the ability to teach upper- and lower-level undergraduate and graduate classes. They will be prepared to engage in citizenship responsibilities in the department college and university and will have an opportunity to engage in professional projects that bring value to students and faculty. The teaching load is 10 courses per year which typically includes 4 courses in fall semester 4 courses in winter semester and 2 courses in either spring or summer terms.
Instructions to Applicants: Complete the online application attaching a (1) curriculum vitae and (2) cover letter that summarizes their teaching approach and interests. If available (3) evidence of teaching effectiveness should also be included. Research interests and research samples are not required since this is a teaching position but if you would like to include them please do so. Applicants should also submit a(4) 1-to-2-pagestatement explaining their experiences with and commitment to promoting belonging and inclusion in teaching mentoring and professional service.
Please list the contact information for three references. They may be contacted and asked to submit their letters of recommendation.
Direct inquiries to Dr. Hayley Pierce at.
Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the State of Utah to be eligible for employment consideration.
Mission Alignment Statement
BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets seers and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel (Spencer W. Kimball).
Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.
Employment Requirements
All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
All faculty are required to abide by the universitys Honor Code and Dress &Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church.
Equal Opportunity
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer including disability and protected veteran status.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
