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Position Description

The Department of Sociology and Anthropology at the University of Mississippi () invites applications for the position of online Instructor of Sociology. This is a regular permanent teaching-only position beginning in August 2025. We have two positions to fill and are seeking sociologists who can help us cover online instructional needs in Introductory Sociology (Soc 101), Juvenile Delinquency (Soc 333), Family (Soc 301) and other 300-400 level courses as well. The teaching load for these positions is 4 courses per semester with a starting 9-month salary of $45,000.

Position Details

Appointment: 9 month

Assignment Type: Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates should have at least 5 years demonstrated online teaching experience and a strong commitment to teaching. M.A. degree in Sociology or higher is required at the time of application. 

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Application Procedures

Interested applicants should apply online at by submitting a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching effectiveness (including teaching materials, copies of recent syllabi, and student course evaluation results), and list of references with contact information for three people. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Minjoo Oh, chair of the search committee at  minjoo@olemiss.edu . Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. 

About the University of MS & Oxford, MS

Founded in 1848, the University of Mississippi (UM), affectionately known to alumni, students and friends as Ole Miss, is Mississippi's flagship university. Included in the elite group of R-1: Doctoral Universities - Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and business. The University of Mississippi, consistently named by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a “Great College to Work For,” is located in Oxford, MS, which is ranked one of the “Top 10 Best College Towns.” With more than 24,000 students, UM is the state's largest university and is ranked among the nation's fastest-growing institutions. The University of Mississippi, which has aggressively implemented many health and wellness initiatives for its more than 2,900 employees, has consistently been named one of Mississippi’s Healthiest Workplaces.

Touted as the “Cultural Mecca of the South”, creativity abounds in Oxford as musicians, artists and writers alike find inspiration in Oxford’s rich history, small town charm and creative community. Oxford is a one-hour drive south of Memphis, TN and is known as the home of Nobel Prize winning author William Faulkner. Over the years Oxford has also been known for offering exceptional culinary experiences and as the home of the University of Mississippi and the Ole Miss Rebels, there is always something here to immerse yourself in. Oxford has also been featured as a literary and arts destination in such publications as The New York Times, Southern Living, Condé Nast Traveler, and GQ. Among other cultural activities, annual events include the Oxford Film Festival, a thriving local music scene, and the Ford Center Performing Arts Series. Oxford is a vibrant university town, filled with unique shops and galleries, eclectic restaurants and clubs, historic landmarks, and comfortable inns.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

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