Professor, Sociology

Nanaimo, BC
On-site
Posted Oct 4, 2026
1 position

$71,141–$114,001 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Master’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Not Applicable

Job summary

Teach undergraduate Sociology courses, potentially including research methods, and connect teaching with scholarly work. Contribute to curriculum development, create new courses and engaging learning opportunities, mentor undergraduate researchers, and collaborate across the social sciences.

Job details

Vancouver Island University (VIU) invites applications for a regular full-time role of Professor, Sociology position within Faculty of Social Sciences, commencing August 2027. We invite applications from university educators seeking to join a collegial department where teaching innovation and student success are highly valued. We seek applicants who share our passion for delivering high-quality undergraduate education and who can skillfully bridge their teaching with their scholarly work. We are exploring our curriculum and program learning outcomes, and we invite applicants who are excited about contributing to shaping the future of our department. We welcome sociologists interested in interdisciplinary collaboration within the social sciences, particularly with the department of Anthropology. We seek to hire an individual whose scholarly experience speaks to contemporary issues with expertise in areas that complement those already in the Department. Priority will be given to individuals with an interest in developing new courses for the program and creating engaging learning opportunities for undergraduate students. The teaching responsibilities of successful candidates may include research methods. Course descriptions and more information about the Sociology Department are available on their program page. Required Qualifications: An earned PhD in Sociology from an accredited institution. Recent experience and demonstrated excellence in teaching undergraduate Sociology courses. Research experience that supports the development of new courses and the mentoring of undergraduate researchers. Participation in professional development activities. Demonstrated proficiency with technology relevant to the position. Preferred Qualifications: Experience teaching small classes in an inclusive institutional environment. A record of institutional service. VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities. Note: Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students. In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences. We encourage members of all equity-seeking groups to self-identify within their application cover letter. When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity. Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Applicants must hold an earned PhD in Sociology, have recent experience and demonstrated excellence teaching undergraduate Sociology, and bring research experience that supports course development and undergraduate research mentoring. They must also participate in professional development and demonstrate proficiency with relevant technology; experience teaching small classes in an inclusive environment and institutional service are preferred.