Assistant Professor of Sociology

University of Miami

University of Miami – College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Sociology & Criminology
Location: Coral Gables, FL, USA
Position Type: Tenure-Track Faculty (Assistant or Associate Professor)
Start Date: August 15, 2026
Application Link: https://umiami.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UMFaculty

Position Overview

The Department seeks candidates specializing in Artificial Intelligence (broadly defined) applied to:

  • Medical sociology

  • Criminology / criminal justice

  • Race/ethnicity/immigration studies

The candidate should demonstrate the ability to integrate research with existing faculty and interdisciplinary programs at the University of Miami.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • Ph.D. in Sociology or Criminology by the start date

  • Research expertise in AI applications within relevant social science domains

Preferred/Ideal Candidate:

  • Strong interdisciplinary research skills

  • Ability to collaborate with faculty across programs

Responsibilities

  • Conduct high-quality research in AI and its applications in sociology or criminology

  • Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses

  • Mentor students

  • Contribute to departmental and interdisciplinary research initiatives

Application Instructions

Required Documents:

  • Cover Letter

  • Curriculum Vitae

  • Research Statement

  • Teaching Statement

Submission:

  • Compile all documents into a single PDF and upload under the Resume/CV section

  • Three confidential letters of recommendation sent independently to sociology@miami.edu

Application Review: Begins immediately and continues until filled

Inquiries: sociology@miami.edu

Additional Information

  • Employment Type: Full-Time Faculty

  • Equal Opportunity Employer: University encourages applications from females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities

Department Website: https://sociology.as.miami.edu/index.html

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