The Department of Sociology and Anthropology invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Sociology for the 2026-27 academic year with the possibility of renewal. We are seeking candidates with a PhD in sociology who have a demonstrated commitment to teaching a diverse undergraduate student body in a residential liberal arts setting. Candidates who have substantially completed a PhD may also be considered. Area of specialization is open but preference will be given to those with experience teaching social theory and introduction to sociology. Carleton College operates on a trimester calendar, and the position entails teaching six courses over three ten-week terms.
Carleton is committed to developing its faculty to better reflect the breadth of our student body and American society. Members of underrepresented groups at Carleton are strongly encouraged to apply.
To apply, please visit the Carleton College web site at
go.carleton.edu/carletonjobs
to complete the online application by submitting a cover letter, CV, a statement describing your teaching and approach to working with undergraduate students from a wide variety of backgrounds. Please also include two syllabi, one for a social theory course designed for 15-20 majors, and one for an introduction to sociology course (capped at 30 students) geared toward first years and sophomores. After passing through an initial screening process, applicants may receive a request for the contact information for three references, including at least one who is able to specifically address teaching experience. Applications received on or before February 2, 2026 will be given full consideration. For questions, please contact Liz Raleigh, Chair of the Sociology and Anthropology Department, at lraleigh@carleton.edu.Carleton is a highly selective liberal arts college with a student body of approximately 2,000. Located in the thriving two-college town of Northfield, Minnesota, it is forty-five miles from the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, in easy reach of a vibrant metropolitan area that is home to three million people and rich cultural resources. Information about Carleton, Northfield, and the Twin Cities is available at .
Carleton College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, veteran status, actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, status with regard to public assistance, disability, or age in providing employment or access to its educational facilities and activities.
The expected starting salary range for this position is between $73,800 - $78,690. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Carleton also offers a robust suite of benefits including:
A generous 403(b) retirement plan with a 10% employer contribution and 2% employee contribution
Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees
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