Social Stratification/Inequality and Quantitative Methods

Department, Rank, & Specialty: Sociology, Assistant Professor, Social Stratification/Inequality
and Quantitative Methods.

The Department of Sociology at Syracuse University invites applications for a position at the
rank of assistant professor in the areas of social stratification/inequality and quantitative
methods. We seek a scholar with expertise in the theories, concepts, and statistical methods for
sociological research on social stratification/inequality related to social class or other
dimensions of socioeconomic status. Specific topics of interest could include but are not limited
to recent patterns and trends in inequality; causes and consequences of inequality; the impact
of institutions, culture, power, politics, and globalization on inequality; and/or intersections
related to social class and other axes of inequality.
We seek candidates whose substantive interests in social stratification/inequality are paired
with advanced quantitative skills. These skills may include but are not limited to multilevel
modeling, machine learning, social networks, causal inference, and/or longitudinal methods.
Preference will be given to candidates who can also contribute to other strengths in the

department (please visit https://www.maxwell.syr.edu/academics/sociology-
department/research) as well as the Maxwell School more broadly.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Sociology or Demography and have a track record of, or show
potential for, success in academic publishing and securing external research funding.
Candidates must have the ability to teach undergraduate and graduate course in both social
stratification/inequality and advanced quantitative methods, as well as advise doctoral students
in sociology. We also seek candidates whose research, teaching, and service have prepared
them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and inclusion in higher education.
Review of applications will begin September 1, 2022. For consideration, interested candidates
must apply at http://www.sujobopps.com by completing a brief faculty application. Candidates must
attach a letter of interest, curriculum vita, one publication or writing sample, research
statement, teaching statement, and a diversity statement. A list of names with contact
information for three references should be provided at the time of application. Applicants with
be notified prior to references being contacted.
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action institution. The University
prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender,
national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender
identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law
to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment,
and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
To apply go to: Syracuse University Online Employment Site | Assistant Professor – Social
Stratification and Quantitative Methods (sujobopps.com)