Visiting Assistant Professor of Sociology

Position

The Department of Sociology at Smith College invites applications for a 3-year, benefits eligible position at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor to begin July 1, 2026.

Northampton, MA

Feb 17, 2026

Teaching responsibilities include Introduction to Sociology, several intermediate (200‑level) courses in the candidate’s areas of specialty, and the possibility of an upper‑level (300‑level) seminar in the candidate’s area of expertise. The teaching load is 3:2.

A Ph.D. in sociology or a relevant field is expected by the time of appointment. Candidates from groups underrepresented in sociology are encouraged to apply. Strong candidates will have prior teaching experience.

Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is the largest women’s college in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. Faculty interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student‑faculty research projects. Smith College offers opportunities to foster faculty success at every career stage, such as those listed here. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mount Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst.

Students cross‑enroll and faculty cross‑teach across the Five Colleges. Details about the Department of Sociology may be found at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

As set forth in our mission and values, Smith College is committed to promoting a culture of equity and inclusion among students, staff and faculty. The College will not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by law.

Smith College is an equal‑opportunity employer and complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination.

Submit your application at  with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, the full contact information for three confidential references, and an equity and inclusion statement. Finalists will be asked for additional materials. Review of applications will begin on March 13, 2026.