Assistant Professor, University of Arizona

The T. Denny Sanford School of Social and Family Dynamics (SSFD) at Arizona State University (ASU) invites applications for Assistant Professor. This full-time, benefits-eligible, academic-year (9-month) faculty position will begin in August 2027. We will consider candidates eligible for appointment as a tenure-track assistant professor in August 2027 (e.g., current ABDs, recently completed Ph.D., postdoctoral scholars, current assistant professors).

Applications are encouraged from scholars across social science (broadly defined) with a Ph.D. in family science, human development, sociology, or a related social science field. The successful applicant will teach courses at the graduate and undergraduate levels, have a strong publication record, obtain external research funding, and complement existing SSFD research and teaching priorities. We seek a scholar who can contribute to the work of our centers and initiatives as well as our upcoming degree programs and courses of study that focus on synergy across family science, human development, and sociology. Current priorities include research and teaching on themes related to youth, health, law, technology, child development and family life. We are particularly interested in candidates who would contribute to methodological training at the doctoral level in family and human development.

Guided by the ASU Charter, SSFD views inclusiveness and excellence as interconnected in the work of its faculty. SSFD is especially interested in candidates who have experience working with underserved populations and nontraditional (as well as traditional) learners, and a demonstrated commitment to improving inclusion in their academic communities. We are committed to building an inclusive faculty and seek candidates who will contribute to inclusion in higher education through their teaching, research, and service. 

Inquiries can be directed to Dr. Masumi Iida (Masumi.Iida@asu.edu) or Dr. Stephen Russell (Stephen.T.Russell@asu.edu).

Interested candidates should find further details to submit their application at: https://apply.interfolio.com/192712

Applications are due on October 9, 2026.