The Department of Sociology in the Prothro-Yeager College of Humanities and Social Sciences at Midwestern State University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month tenure track Assistant Professor, to begin in Fall 2026.
As a faculty member in the Department of Sociology, you will be expected to:
(1) Teach 12 credit hours (4 courses) a semester; (2) Contribute to the teaching mission of Sociology; (3) Mentor undergraduate students; (4) Develop a record of research; and (5) Provide service to the department, college, university and to the community.
About the College:
The Prothro-Yeager College of Humanities and Social Sciences consists of the academic departments of English, humanities, and philosophy; history; psychology; political science; sociology; and world languages and cultures. Each department offers majors, minors, and core curriculum courses. Faculty development funding is available at the university, college, and departmental levels.
About the Department/School/Area:
The Department of Sociology at Midwestern State University is committed to high-quality education and meaningful faculty-student engagement through teaching, experiential learning, and close mentoring. Located in Wichita Falls, Texas, MSU benefits from a close-knit, civically engaged community that offers rich opportunities for applied learning, community partnerships, and a high quality of life.