Visiting Assistant Professor of Sociology

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. We seek a sociologist whose work focuses on medicine, health, and/or the body. Teaching responsibilities for this position will include teaching Introduction to Sociology and several intermediate (200‑level) courses in the candidate’s areas of specialty, as well as the possibility of an upper‑level (300‑level) seminar in the candidate’s area of expertise.

Strong candidates will have prior teaching experience. 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.

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. A faculty of outstanding scholars 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 Mt. 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, age, 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 application at  with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and an equity and inclusion statement.
• Finalists will be asked for additional materials.
• Review of applications will begin on March 13, 2026.