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Associate or Full Professor at The University of California Berkeley: Anti-Black

ASALH LLC, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709

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The University of California, Berkeley’s Department of Sociology invites applications for a tenured

Associate or Full Professor

position, with an anticipated

start date of July 1, 2026 . This hire is a key part of the multi-year “Anti-Black Racism and Social Inclusion” initiative, aiming to build a dynamic cluster of scholars addressing anti-blackness across various institutions and disciplines. We welcome candidates at the Assistant Professor level (or equivalent) with a record meriting tenure. The university is dedicated to strengthening democratic structures currently in crisis, and this initiative centers anti-blackness as a fundamental organizing feature of social and political institutions, both in the U.S. and globally. We seek scholars who are leading or emerging voices in conversations on anti-blackness as it relates to outcomes in various social domains, and who demonstrate a commitment to advancing anti-racism. Ideal candidates will contribute to theoretical, conceptual, and empirical understandings of how social institutions can foster safety and well-being in a democratic society grappling with its roots in racism, anti-blackness, and white supremacy. Interdisciplinary expertise in critical epistemologies, such as critical race theory, Black intellectual traditions, and Black feminist traditions, is highly valued. Responsibilities include a demonstrated commitment to this research arc, as well as publications, undergraduate and graduate teaching/mentoring, and administrative service, practice, and public intellectualism/partnerships. Qualifications: •

Basic:

PhD or equivalent international degree at the time of application. •

Preferred:

Ability to develop a nationally recognized program, collaborate across disciplines on research initiatives related to Anti-Black Racism and Social Inclusion, strong research productivity, potential for extramural funding, and a commitment to teaching and mentoring. The salary range is $99,600 – $236,000 (9-month academic year), with competitive off-scale salary components available. Application Window: •

Open Date:

July 22, 2025 •

Next Review Date:

September 1, 2025 (11:59 PM Pacific Time) –

Apply by this date for full consideration. Application Requirements: • Curriculum Vitae • Authorization to Release Information Form (for finalists) • 3-5 references (contact information only; letters solicited for finalists) UC Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

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