Assistant Professor in Sociology

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The Department of Social Science at the University of New Brunswick in Saint John invites applications for a tenure track position in Sociology. This position is at the rank of Assistant Professor and is housed within an interdisciplinary department that includes Social Work, Sociology, Communication Studies and Education. The Department of Social Science offers major, double-major, minor, specializations, and honours programmes in Sociology. The position will commence as of July 1, 2025 and is subject to budgetary approval.

The discipline is seeking a scholar with demonstrated expertise in quantitative methods. The discipline is especially interested in candidates whose research program also engages with one or more of the following topics: immigration and migration, global determinants of health and well-being, mental health and addictions, and social policy. Candidates will be expected to teach at both the introductory and advanced levels and to work with graduate and honours students. Course assignments will include a core course in quantitative methods. Candidates should have a Ph.D in Sociology or cognate discipline or be near completion. Candidates with a Ph.D. nearing completion will be considered for appointment as Lecturer.

Applicants are requested to submit electronically (as a single PDF) a curriculum vitae, statement of their research interests, and a teaching dossier (that includes evidence of teaching competence, as indicated by teaching evaluations, testimonials from individuals familiar with the candidate’s capabilities) to socsci@unb.ca Applicants should arrange for 3 reference letters to be sent by referees directly to socsci@unb.ca. Questions concerning this position may be directed to the department chair, June M. Madeley at jmadeley@unb.ca
Applicants should indicate whether they are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.

The salary range and fringe benefits for this position are defined in the Association of University of New Brunswick Teachers (AUNBT) 2022 – 2025 Collective Agreement sections 35 and 36B.

Closing Date: Review of applications will begin on March 4, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.

Short-listed candidates will be required to provide satisfactory proof of credentials including appropriately certified translations of credentials into English, as applicable.
The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada

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