Lecturer in Sociology (2026-27)

The Department of Sociology at Dartmouth College seeks to appoint one non-tenure-track Lecturer for the academic year 2026-2027. Applicants should be prepared to teach Introductory Sociology (SOCY 1), Social Problems (SOCY 2), Research Methods (SOCY 11), and/or Quantitative Analysis of Social Data (SOCY 10). The person in this position may also teach a course in their area of expertise from the Department's course catalog, to be negotiated with the Department Chair.

This position is full-time, non-remote, in-residence at Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH, from September 1, 2026-June 15, 2027. Lecturers teach six courses during the academic year, two per quarter over three ten-week quarters. This position comes with a competitive salary and benefits. The appointment will be for a one-year term.

Dartmouth is committed to academic excellence and encourages the open exchange of ideas within a culture of mutual respect. Dartmouth welcomes people with different backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives and believes that diversity in all its forms enhances academic excellence. Applicants should address in their cover letter how their research, teaching, service, and/or life experiences prepare them to serve Dartmouth's commitment to academic excellence in an environment that is welcoming to all.

PhD in Sociology or a closely related field by the start date. Scholars who are currently ABD are welcome to apply, provided that they will have their PhD in hand by the start date. Dartmouth can provide J-1 visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.

Please submit all materials electronically via Interfolio:

1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum vitae

Review of applications will begin March 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Letters of recommendation will be requested for finalists only. For questions about the position, please contact Department Chair Jason Houle, Jason.Houle@Dartmouth.edu.