Digital Sociology - Assistant Professor
Université de Montréal
Vibrant, multidisciplinary and innovative, the Faculty of Arts and Science is one of Université de Montréal’s largest faculties. Through its 28 departments, schools, centres and one institute, it offers over 300 undergraduate and graduate programs, some of which are unique in Quebec. It is also home to some 30 interdisciplinary research centres and groups. Every day, its 650 faculty members are helping shape a better tomorrow by advancing knowledge and encouraging the convergence of perspectives.
The Department of Sociology is internationally recognized as one of the major centers of training and research in sociology.
The selected candidate will contribute to research and training of the next generation in the study of societal transformations and social ties in the digital age.
Day-to-day responsibilities
Through your undergraduate and graduate-level teaching, and your research activities, you will contribute to the faculty’s pursuit of excellence. Furthermore, you will promote your discipline and actively participate in the daily activities of a renowned institution. As such, you will:
- Teach at all level (bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate);
- Supervise graduate students;
- Develop a high-quality, innovative research program in the field of digital sociology;
- Participate actively in outreach activities and share your knowledge through conferences and scientific activities;
- Contribute to the development and proper functioning of the Department, the Faculty of Arts and Sciences and the institution through participation in committees and working groups.
Qualifications
- Hold a Ph. D in Sociology or another social science discipline appropriate to the position;
- Demonstrated ability to provide high quality university teaching;
- In-depth knowledge of the field of digital sociology, focusing in particular on social relations; socialization and identity, inequities, democracy and participation, violence and forms of resistance, social uses of digital technologies, political economy, digital commons, and environmental issues;
- Have an excellent publication record;
- Demonstrate potential to develop national and international collaborations;
- Have the ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary context, in complementarity with faculty members;
- Have adequate proficiency of the French language or be committed to learning it once hired, through the Université de Montréal’s French language support program, in accordance with the Université de Montréal language policy.
Additional information about the position
- Competitive salary and a comprehensive range of benefits
- Expected start date: June 1st, 2027
- Located at the Montréal Campus
Link to submit your application: https://rh-carriere-dmz-eng.synchro.umontreal.ca/psc/rhprpr9_car_eng/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=3&JobOpeningId=532348&PostingSeq=1&
How to submit your application
Submit your application through our online recruitment system (click on the “Apply for job” button) before January 5th, 2027. Your application must include the following documents:
- A cover letter
- A curriculum vitae
- Copies of, or links to, two recent publications or research papers
- A statement outlining your teaching and mentoring experience and approach
- A research program proposal
- Contact information for three referees who will be solicited for a letter of recommendation. Letters will only be requested from shortlisted candidates.
Contact information
Marianne Kempeneers, Chair
Department of Sociology
Faculty of Arts and Science
[email protected]
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Université de Montréal’s application process allows all members of the Professor’s Assembly to review the application files submitted. If you wish to keep your application confidential until the shortlist is established, please mention it in your application.
HEALTH & FINANCIAL BENEFITS
- Medical, paramedical, dental and travel insurance
- Employee and Family Assistance Program along with an institutional Health and Wellness Program
- Defined benefit pension plan with indexed pension payments upon retirement (rrum.umontreal.ca)
- Life insurance and disability income insurance
WORK-LIFE BALANCE
- Up to two years of parental leave
- Reduced workload upon return from parental leave, until the child turns two
- Two on-campus childcare centers
- Summer camps and spring break camps at UdeM's Sports and Fitness Center
- Compassionate leave
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Research and study leave
- Research start-up funding
- French language training program
- University-level teaching skills development activities
- Professional development and sabbatical leave allowance program
- Tuition waiver program for you, your spouse, and dependent children
