The Professorship of Sociology (1985)

The Board of Electors to the Professorship of Sociology (1985) invite applications for this Professorship from persons whose work falls within the general field of the Professorship to take up appointment on 1 October 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Candidates will have an outstanding research record of international stature in Sociology and the vision, leadership, experience and enthusiasm to build on current strengths in maintaining and developing a leading research presence. They will hold a PhD or equivalent postgraduate qualification.

Standard professorial duties include teaching and research, examining, supervision and administration. The Professor will be based in Cambridge.  A competitive salary will be offered.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click the 'Apply' button above. 

Further information contact the Human Resources, University Offices, The Old Schools, Cambridge, CB2 1TT, (email: professorships@admin.cam.ac.uk).

Applications, consisting of a letter of application, a statement of current and future research plans, a curriculum vitae and a publications list, along with details of three referees should be made online no later than 16 September 2025.

Informal enquiries may be directed to Professor Hazem Kandil, Head of Department and Convenor of the Board of Electors: hk376@cam.ac.uk.

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