Advancing Sociological Scholarship in the U.S. South
A diverse, inclusive community committed to excellence in research, teaching, and public engagement.
About the Society
Established in 1935, the Southern Sociological Society promotes the development of sociology as a profession and scientific discipline through high academic standards, effective teaching, rigorous research, and the diffusion of sociological knowledge.
We are committed to building a diverse, welcoming, and inclusive association. SSS embraces members across many dimensions of identity, background, and career stage, and actively works to ensure equitable practices and full participation.
Members convene each spring for our annual academic conference.
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Latest News
Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) – University of South Florida
September 30, 2026
The Department of Sociology and Interdisciplinary Social Sciences at the University of South Florida seeks candidates who specialize in sociology of health to fill a nine-month, full-time, tenure-earning position as Assistant Professor to begin August 7, 2027. This position aligns with our department’s strategic focus on health and well-being of communities, families and individuals and
Associate Professor of Sociology- Vanderbilt University (Tenure)
September 22, 2026
Unit: SociologyPosition Type: FacultyLocation: Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TNURL: https://apply.interfolio.com/193367Open Date: Sep 17, 2026Close Date: No date set Description The Department of Sociology at Vanderbilt University invites applications for a tenured associate Professor in Sociology with research specialization in computing and society to begin the fall semester of 2027. The successful candidate will study the societal
Assistant Professor of Sociology – University of North Georgia (Tenure Track)
September 17, 2026
Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development, and community engagement opportunities that develop students
Assistant Professor of Sociology- Berea College (Tenure-Track)
September 9, 2026
The Sociology Department at Berea College invites applicants with expertise in quantitative research methods for a full-time, tenure-track position with appointment beginning in August 2027. Primary teaching responsibilities will consist of Research Methods, Statistics, and other courses in the candidate’s area of expertise. While the primary disciplinary focus of this position is Sociology, candidates holding
Sessions Seeking Papers
September 8, 2026
To submit a Session Seeking Papers (SSP), please submit a session here (SSP is an option in the session Type drop-down). We encourage members to submit their SSPs by Wednesday of each week to appear in the following week’s digest. Our weekly digest will continue until October 1st. For any individual submissions to SSS 2027,