Lucy G. Moses Distinguished Professor of Sociology

LEHIGH UNIVERSITY—The Department of Sociology & Anthropology  ( https : / / socanthro.cas.lehigh.edu)  is seeking to fill the position of Lucy G. Moses Endowed Chair Distinguished Professor of Sociology at the rank of full professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026. While the area of specialization is open, we are looking for a candidate who will complement our department’s existing strengths; potential interest(s) include, but are not limited to, social and cultural change, inequality, migration, environment, civil society, and / or population.  Candidates are required to have a Ph.D. in Sociology.

The selected candidate is expected to carry a standard teaching load of 2 / 2, maintain an active program of research, and engage in university and departmental service commensurate with their seniority.

The Department of Sociology and Anthropology has 14 faculty members and offers undergraduate majors in anthropology and sociology. Department faculty are active researchers and dedicated teachers who collaborate in a variety of interdisciplinary academic programs.

Founded in 1865, Lehigh University has combined outstanding academic and learning opportunities with leadership in fostering innovative research. Recognized among the nation's highly ranked research universities, Lehigh offers a rigorous academic community for over 7,500 students. Lehigh University has some 5,800 undergraduates, 1,800 graduate students, and nearly 600 full-time faculty members. Lehigh University is located in Bethlehem, PA, a vibrant and historic area. Over 840,000 people live in the Lehigh Valley, which is in close proximity to New York City and Philadelphia.

Lehigh University is an  equal opportunity employer  and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital or familial status, national origin (including shared ancestry), pregnancy or related conditions, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Lehigh University is committed to a  culturally and intellectually diverse academic community  and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching and / or service, to this mission. Lehigh University provides competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including domestic partner benefits, and supports faculty members’  work / life balance .

Qualifications

Candidates are required to have a Ph.D. in Sociology.

Application Instructions

Candidates should submit the following at this  Interfolio Link  https : / / apply.interfolio.com / 176045. 1) a cover letter that includes a section on how the candidate would contribute to the  Principles of our Equitable Community  at Lehigh University, 2) a curriculum vitae, 3) statement of research interests, and 4) statement of teaching effectiveness. Please do not submit additional materials at this time. Only electronic submissions will be accepted. Applications must be completed by  November 30, 2025  to receive full consideration. Questions concerning the position should be directed to Dr. Bruce Whitehouse, Search Committee Chair, at  brw208@lehigh.edu .