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The California State University lists this Tenure Track Faculty - Department of Sociology (Cannabis Studies) opportunity in arcata, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Tenure Track Faculty - Department of Sociology (Cannabis Studies)
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Work type: Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-Track
Location: Humboldt
Categories: Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Social Sciences, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full Time
Endowed Faculty Tenure-Track Position Starting Fall 2027
Department of Sociology
Cal Poly Humboldt is a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) that strives to foster an equitable and inclusive community that supports our students of diverse backgrounds. Cal Poly Humboldt is committed to achieving the goals of equal opportunity and endeavors to employ faculty of the highest quality committed promoting excellence for all students.
Cal Poly Humboldt and the Department of Sociology invite applicants for a full‑time, academic year, endowed tenure‑track faculty position with an emphasis in Cannabis Studies. Applicants should advance research on the environment, historical, cultural, or economic aspects of cannabis and society. The successful candidate may have the opportunity to serve as Program Leader guiding the transformation, marketing, and recruitment for the major.
Instructional assignments may include: Introduction to Cannabis Studies, Humboldt and Cannabis, Global Cannabis, Cannabis and Social Equity, Cannabis Law and Public Policy, Quantitative Research Methods, Cannabis and Environmental Sustainability, and/or Cannabis Regulatory and Environmental Requirements. Instructional assignments will be consistent with the programmatic needs of the department and students. The successful candidate may serve as Cannabis Studies Program Leader, which includes leadership in curriculum development, program assessment, and active engagement in student recruitment and outreach efforts to attract a diverse student body and support pathways into cannabis‑related careers.
The primary professional responsibilities of instructional faculty members are teaching, research, scholarship, creative activity, and service to the university, profession, and community. These responsibilities include advising students, participation in campus and system‑wide communities, maintaining office hours, working collaboratively and productively with colleagues, and participation in traditional academic functions. Probationary faculty are typically provided ongoing mentorship to become a successful member of the faculty. During the first two years of the probationary period, teaching responsibilities will be reduced by approximately one course each semester. The reduced teaching load supports the establishment of research, scholarship, and/or creative activities required for retention, tenure, and promotion.
Salary and Benefits
We seek to fill this position at the Assistant Professor rank; however, rank and salary are dependent on the appointee’s qualifications and experience. The Assistant Professor classification annual salary range for this position is $74,652 – $158,688; the anticipated starting annual salary range is $80,000 – $84,000.
An earned Ph.D. or equivalent in Sociology, Cannabis Studies/Policy, or a related field from an accredited college or university is required at the time of appointment.
Qualifications
Record of training or experience in the field of cannabis policy and history
Excellence in, or clear potential for, university‑level teaching and creating a student‑centered learning environment
Evidence of, or clear potential for, conducting and publishing original research on cannabis history, policy, or culture in peer‑reviewed journals
Demonstrated experience in, or clear potential for, interdisciplinary collaborations across campus
Expertise in theoretical frameworks related to social justice, equity, and environmental stewardship, or related critical approaches within cannabis studies
Professional engagement within cannabis‑related scholarly or applied networks
Experience translating research into policy, applied practice, or program development
Demonstrated interest in curricular development within Cannabis Studies and program‑level leadership, with a willingness to take an active role in guiding programmatic changes
Demonstrated experience working effectively with diverse student and/or research populations
Demonstrated knowledge and familiarity addressing issues of concern facing students from diverse backgrounds in higher education
Record of, or potential for, mentoring and involving students in research and scholarly activity
Willingness to contribute to student recruitment and outreach efforts related to program growth
Preferred qualifications
Engagement in watershed advocacy, agriculture, water management, or related public policy work
Experience teaching quantitative research methods and analysis
Experience with interdisciplinary teaching or building curricular connections across programs or majors
Experience or demonstrated potential in grant writing
Interest, or experience in developing online learning experiences and utilizing instructional technologies
Prior program- or department‑level leadership and administrative experience is highly desired
Working in the state of California is a condition of employment for this position. Pursuant to the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy (effective January 1, 2022), hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of the state of California is prohibited. The employee must be able to accept on-campus instruction, as assigned, and come to campus when needed. The CSU also prohibits hiring and retaining employees working permanently from a business location outside of the United States.
At the time of appointment, the successful candidate, if not a U.S. citizen, must have authorization from the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services to work in the United States. For information on the university policy on support for non‑immigrant probationary faculty visa acquisition, please visit the Faculty Immigration Resources page:
Application
Qualified candidates should submit the following materials through PageUp:
Letter of Application
Statement of Teaching Philosophy, including how it relates to supporting students who have been historically marginalized and/or minoritized
Statement of program vision that outlines both your research agenda and capacity for program development and leadership in Cannabis Studies (2‑page limit)
Teaching Evaluations, if available
Scholarly Writing Sample
Syllabi for Relevant Courses (one or more for those taught or proposed)
Graduate Transcripts (unofficial copies are sufficient for initial review)
Names and Contact Information for three (3) professional references
Additional application materials may be requested at a later time.
Questions concerning the application process may be directed to:
Questions concerning this position may be directed to: Josh Meisel, Search Committee Chair,
Please refer to the requisition job number on all correspondence and inquiries regarding this position.
Diversity Statement
As an institution, Cal Poly Humboldt is committed to eliminating the equity gap in all student populations with dynamic, student-centered practices and policies that fully engage the campus community. The ideal candidate will share Cal Poly Humboldt’s commitment to helping its racially and socioeconomically diverse students succeed in their degree and career objectives.
We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, ability, and orientations. Therefore, we prioritize applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to a professional educational community. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded individual committed to collaborating with faculty, classified staff, administration, and students who are also committed to closing equity gaps.
Cal Poly Humboldt sits on the traditional homelands of the Wiyot people in what is currently called Arcata, CA. The campus has a large Native American population and offers many opportunities to conduct research, teaching, and community work on Native American history and cultures. For more information, please visit:
Application Deadline
This position is open until filled. First consideration will be given to completed applications received no later than September 13, 2026 , applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university. Early response is encouraged.
Cal Poly Humboldt is a Title IX/Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. If accommodations need to be made during the recruitment and interview process, please contact Human Resources at or
Education Code 89521 Requirements : Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last seven years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.
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Worksite address
arcata, CA, 95522, US
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