Assistant Professor, Sociology of Gender and Sexuality (Department of Sociology)

Summary: The Sociology Department at Grand Valley State University invites applications for a Sociologist of Gender and Sexuality to begin in Fall 2026. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in Sociology or a closely related field. Successful applicants will teach and develop courses in the Sociology of Gender and the Sociology of Sexuality as well as introductory-level courses at the Valley Campus. They will also be expected to engage in ongoing research and service activities including acting as a liaison between the department and the LGBT Resource Center and the Center for Women and Gender Equity at the university. Individuals from all backgrounds including those from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates must be able to effectively connect with students colleagues and community members from diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Required Qualifications and Education:

• A Ph.D. in Sociology or a closely related field. Current ABD candidates will be considered for a two-year contract if they complete their Ph.D. by December 2027.

• Demonstrated ability to successfully teach college-level courses in the Sociology of Gender and Sexuality as well as introductory-level classes such as Introduction to Sociology and Social Problems.

• Demonstrated active or ongoing scholarly activity in the discipline.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact with others with respect empathy and cultural humility.

Preferred Qualifications and Education.

• Demonstrated experience with effective teaching of the Sociology of Gender the Sociology of Sexuality and introductory-level sociology classes.

• Demonstration of an active research agenda in the discipline.

Responsibilities: Tenure-line faculty in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences are typically hired on nine-month contracts with a nine-credit-hour teaching load per semester. They are also expected to engage in scholarly/creative activity service and significant focus which is equivalent to three credit hours of additional responsibilities in teaching scholarly/creative activity and/or service depending on the successful candidates interests and the departments needs. Successful candidates will be expected to teach introductory-level courses in the Sociology of Gender and Sociology of Sexuality maintain an active/creative presence in the discipline and serve as the liaison between the department and the LGBT Resource Center and the Center for Women and Gender Equity at Grand Valley State University.

Minimum Starting Salary: $67592; commensurate with experience.

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical vision dental life insurance generous employer retirement contributions wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on date of hire.

Department: The Sociology Department at Grand Valley State University represents a wide range of specialized interests and disciplinary full-time faculty members display a broad array of topical and area teaching research and service the Sociology Department values rigorous scientific and ethical reasoning academic freedom integrity collaboration and collegiality. Faculty members strive to include students in their research agendas and provide numerous opportunities for collaborative work within the Department and across the University.

College: The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) is the largest college at GVSU offering over 50 bachelors degrees and a growing number of advanced degrees in the natural and mathematical sciences the fine arts and humanities and the social sciences. CLAS is a student-centered learning community that welcomes individuals from various backgrounds and engages in critical inquiry extending knowledge to enrich and enliven individual and public life. Our faculty are active teacher-scholars committed to offering students an accessible and community-engaged liberal arts and sciences education that prepares them for meaningful careers. There are many opportunities for collaboration within CLAS and across a broad group of partners on and off campus. We are interested in attracting a cohort of new faculty committed to these core values as we seek to foster a community where members from all backgrounds can live learn and thrive together.

University:Grand Valley State University (GVSU) is a public comprehensive institution situated in West Michigan with campuses in Allendale downtown Grand Rapids and Holland along with centers in Detroit Muskegon and Traverse City. The university attracts approximately 22000 undergraduate and graduate students and offers high-quality programs and modern facilities. It has been nationally recognized for innovation and its role in enhancing students social mobility. The greater Grand Rapids metropolitan area has a population of about one million is affordable and boasts rich cultural amenities. Grand Valley is conveniently located within driving distance of Chicago Detroit Lake Michigan beaches and numerous other excellent summer and winter recreation spots. Information can be found at Community Resources - Human Resources - Grand Valley State University.

How To Apply: Apply online at GVSU Careers. To be considered for the position applicants must upload the following to the online application:

• A cover letter addressing qualifications and your motivation to teach at GVSU
• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching philosophy statement
• Research statement
• Graduate transcripts (unofficially issued to students are acceptable for application)

The online application will allow you to attach the five required documents electronically in the same file location. Applicants will also need to send three reference letters directly to . Applicants selected for an interview will be required to submit official transcripts before the interview. If you need technical assistance email Human Resources ().Email questions about the position to the Department Chair Jeffrey Rothstein at .

Application Deadline: Consideration of applicants will begin on November 7 2025. The posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University thereafter.

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1- (out of State).

Grand Valley State University is an Antidiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Employer which includes providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.