Tenure-Track, Sociology (Open Rank)

Position Summary
The Department of Sociology Criminology & Anthropology in the College of Arts and Sciences at North Central College invites enthusiastic educators for a tenure-track position in Sociology to begin in Fall 2026. Applicants will be considered regardless of field of specialization. This collegial and highly collaborative department promotes experiential and engaged learning that highlights faculty areas of expertise and scholarship. The contract is for 9.5 months and carries a teaching load of 20 credits per academic year typically fulfilled through five 4-credit courses spread over two semesters. This is an on-campus position. The duties in this role include: Instruct a range of undergraduate courses in the sociology curriculum including sociological theory. Assess students work and provide detailed feedback on how to improve their content knowledge critical thinking skills oral and written communication skills etc. Mentor undergraduate students through one-on-one and group interactions including independent study thesis and internship opportunities. Engage students in research where possible. Create inclusive spaces in and outside the classroom. Develop opportunities for community-engaged learning. Leverage experience and content knowledge to develop and review curricula for the sociology major and minor. Contribute to continual program improvement through annual evaluation of program outcomes and objectives. Prepare departmental reports as requested. Attend conferences and workshops as necessary to remain active in the field(s) of study; engage with campus resources and professional organizations to further develop teaching pedagogical and mentoring skills; complete campus-wide training as required by the Offices of Academic Affairs and Human Resources. Pursue current and new research activities in the field(s) of study including new research projects writing/dissemination of current and future research and presentation of research at conferences or other appropriate venues. Perform other departmental duties and attend activities as necessary including attending department and college meetings and participating in committees task forces and others as required. Basic Qualifications: Basic qualifications are required at the time of application. The successful candidate will have completed a Ph.D. in Sociology by August 2026. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching mentoring and research. Preferred Qualifications: Preferred qualifications are not required qualifications for the position. Teaching proficiencies in social inequality or qualitative methods. Research that includes undergraduate students. Record of fostering an environment that stimulates intellectual growth and engagement Experience with designing and teaching innovative courses that add to the current departmental offerings. Salary Range: The budgeted salary range for this position is: Assistant Professor: $62000 $67000 Associate Professor: $72000 $78000 Professor: $83000 $88000 About NCC : Founded in 1861 North Central College is a selective comprehensive liberal arts institution of about 3000 students located 28 miles west of Chicago in Naperville. The College is in a period of growth with the addition of a $60 million Science Center (2017) and a new Health Sciences and Engineering building (2020). The college is within walking distance of the Naperville Metra station and is next to downtown Naperville. The Naperville area is home to many excellent school districts and Naperville IL has been ranked as one of the best places to live by Money magazine. North Central College values diversity equity and inclusion and strongly encourages candidates who would enrich the diversity of the campus community to apply. Experience working with diverse student populations and communities is highly desirable. Application Window: Open date: September 9 2025 Initial review date: October 6 2025 Apply by initial review date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: November 17 2025 Applications will continue to be accepted until this date but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled. For more information please visit: Interested candidates should complete and submit an application with all required documentation online at: For further information contact Raleigh Blasdell Chair Department of Sociology Criminology and Anthropology at