Sociology Faculty Position

Northwestern University in Qatar invites applications for a faculty appointment in sociology effective fall term 2015. The appointment will be in the school’s program in liberal arts. The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in sociology and be prepared to teach undergraduate students in Sociology in both introductory and advanced classes. Within the discipline of sociology, this is an “open-area” search in which an interest in the Middle East and or media studies would be an asset.

NU-Q programs in journalism, communication and liberal arts aim to prepare students for careers in media industries and other fields and are committed to the advancement and practice of freedom of expression. The university aspires to a legacy of education and discovery in a dynamic area of the world in which economic, human, social and environmental development are fundamental goals of the host nation, Qatar. Candidates may find Qatar’s emphasis on new cultural, educational, research and sports institutions of interest. Many faculty find this to be a geographic area rich in research opportunities.

Toward this end, we seek individuals engaged in visionary lines of teaching, research and creative activity who will appreciate a culturally diverse community of students, faculty and staff comprised of women and men drawn from Qatar, the Middle East region, Asia, Europe, Africa, North America and elsewhere. The successful candidate will join faculty colleagues whose teaching experience includes Northwestern, Stanford, Cambridge, Columbia, Minnesota and other highly ranked schools.  Located in Education City in Doha, Qatar, NU-Q collaborates with sister institutions that include Carnegie Mellon, Cornell, Georgetown, Texas A&M, and Virginia Commonwealth.

NU-Q faculty-in-residence receive a highly competitive salary and benefits including overseas allowances as well as funds for research and faculty development.  Candidates should be available to begin August 1, 2015. Rank for this non-tenured position is based upon qualifications and experience. All NU-Q faculty are employees of Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois.

Apply

Applications received by December 15, 2014 will receive the highest priority. The search will continue and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

To apply, please send a letter of application, a CV, a sample of research, writing or creative work, a statement of teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and the names of three references to:

faculty-recruitment@qatar.northwestern.edu

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in Qatar.