NC State University
Professor - Goodnight-NC GlaxoSmithKline Foundation Distinguished Professorship
NC State University, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
Overview
Posting Number: PG194264EP Internal Recruitment: No Working Title: Professor - Goodnight-NC GlaxoSmithKline Foundation Distinguished Professorship in Social Sciences Anticipated Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience and credentials Work Schedule: Varies according to need Job Location: Raleigh, NC Department: Sociology and Anthropology
About the Department
The Department of Sociology and Anthropology at NC State University is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and public outreach. The department offers undergraduate degrees in anthropology, criminology and sociology, and graduate degrees in anthropology (MA) and sociology (MA, PhD). The Department enrolls over 600 undergraduate majors and provides ca. 25,000 semester credit hours of undergraduate instruction each academic year. In addition, the Department has approximately 40 Masters students and 50 PhD students during a typical year. Approximately 70 of these students are in the sociology PhD program, and 20 are in the anthropology MA program. The Department of Sociology and Anthropology is part of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHASS). North Carolina State University is the largest public university in North Carolina. Located in Raleigh in the heart of the Research Triangle, it offers excellent amenities. To learn more, please visit our website at the departmental site.
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Flexible Spending Account
Retirement Programs
Disability Plans
Life Insurance
Accident Plan
Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
12 Holidays Each Year
Tuition and Academic Assistance
And so much more!
Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties
The Department of Sociology and Anthropology in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at North Carolina State University invites applications at the senior associate or full professor level for the Goodnight-NC GlaxoSmithKline Foundation Distinguished Professorship in Social Sciences. The ideal candidate will be a nationally and/or internationally recognized sociologist or anthropologist (any subdiscipline) working in at least one of the areas of race, health, or well-being (e.g., economic or workplace, environmental, cultural, or community well-being). Preference will be given to candidates whose work focuses on at least two of these areas.
Other Responsibilities
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and Experience
PhD in Sociology, Anthropology, or a related field.
Other Required Qualifications
The individual selected will be expected to maintain an active research portfolio, seek external research support, teach and mentor graduate students, and contribute to the development of interdisciplinary scholarship and connections with colleagues in the department, across the college and university, and with the University’s Global One Health Academy and/or other academies on campus.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated evidence of teaching excellence and success in securing external research support.
Required Licenses or Certifications
N/A Valid NC Driver's License required
No Commercial Driver's License required
No Job Open Date
10/07/2025 Anticipated Close Date
Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should submit: 1) A cover letter discussing their research, teaching, mentoring, and engagement accomplishments. 2) A current curriculum vitae. 3) The names of three references with contact information. Position Number
00111630 Position Type
Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty Full Time Equivalent (FTE)
1.0 Appointment
9 Month Recurring Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency Event Department ID
168301 - Sociology & Anthropology EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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Posting Number: PG194264EP Internal Recruitment: No Working Title: Professor - Goodnight-NC GlaxoSmithKline Foundation Distinguished Professorship in Social Sciences Anticipated Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience and credentials Work Schedule: Varies according to need Job Location: Raleigh, NC Department: Sociology and Anthropology
About the Department
The Department of Sociology and Anthropology at NC State University is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and public outreach. The department offers undergraduate degrees in anthropology, criminology and sociology, and graduate degrees in anthropology (MA) and sociology (MA, PhD). The Department enrolls over 600 undergraduate majors and provides ca. 25,000 semester credit hours of undergraduate instruction each academic year. In addition, the Department has approximately 40 Masters students and 50 PhD students during a typical year. Approximately 70 of these students are in the sociology PhD program, and 20 are in the anthropology MA program. The Department of Sociology and Anthropology is part of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHASS). North Carolina State University is the largest public university in North Carolina. Located in Raleigh in the heart of the Research Triangle, it offers excellent amenities. To learn more, please visit our website at the departmental site.
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Flexible Spending Account
Retirement Programs
Disability Plans
Life Insurance
Accident Plan
Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
12 Holidays Each Year
Tuition and Academic Assistance
And so much more!
Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.
Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties
The Department of Sociology and Anthropology in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at North Carolina State University invites applications at the senior associate or full professor level for the Goodnight-NC GlaxoSmithKline Foundation Distinguished Professorship in Social Sciences. The ideal candidate will be a nationally and/or internationally recognized sociologist or anthropologist (any subdiscipline) working in at least one of the areas of race, health, or well-being (e.g., economic or workplace, environmental, cultural, or community well-being). Preference will be given to candidates whose work focuses on at least two of these areas.
Other Responsibilities
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and Experience
PhD in Sociology, Anthropology, or a related field.
Other Required Qualifications
The individual selected will be expected to maintain an active research portfolio, seek external research support, teach and mentor graduate students, and contribute to the development of interdisciplinary scholarship and connections with colleagues in the department, across the college and university, and with the University’s Global One Health Academy and/or other academies on campus.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated evidence of teaching excellence and success in securing external research support.
Required Licenses or Certifications
N/A Valid NC Driver's License required
No Commercial Driver's License required
No Job Open Date
10/07/2025 Anticipated Close Date
Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should submit: 1) A cover letter discussing their research, teaching, mentoring, and engagement accomplishments. 2) A current curriculum vitae. 3) The names of three references with contact information. Position Number
00111630 Position Type
Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty Full Time Equivalent (FTE)
1.0 Appointment
9 Month Recurring Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency Event Department ID
168301 - Sociology & Anthropology EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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