Teaching And Research Positions In The Department Of Sociology, Peking University

Introduction to the Department

The Department of Sociology at Peking University has a long and rich history that dates back to the early 20th century. In 1916, Peking University offered its first sociology course, and in 1922, the Department of Sociology at Yenching University was founded, marking the first institution in China to train graduate students in sociology. The sociology major and master's degree program were restored and rebuilt in 1980, and the undergraduate program was established in 1983. The first doctoral degree program in sociology was established in 1985.

Today, the department offers three master's degree programs:

1. Academic Master (Sociology)
2. Professional Master (Social Work)
3. Professional Master (Social Policy)

Since 2007, sociology has been recognized by the Ministry of Education as a national first-level key discipline. The department's areas of focus include theoretical sociology, applied sociology, anthropology, demography, folklore, social work, social policy, women's studies, and more. Additionally, the department has a humanities and social science research base under the Ministry of Education, a "Chinese National Community Research Base" established by four national ministries and commissions, and two postdoctoral mobile stations. The department also hosts 12 professional research centers and secretariats for national societies, such as the China Association of Social Work Education and the National Steering Committee for Professional Degree Education of Master of Social Work.

The department's orientation and talent training goals emphasize tradition, innovation, practice, and a foundation in China. The development philosophy of the Department of Sociology is to balance both basic and professional disciplines, integrating theoretical exploration with empirical research, and fostering both humanistic qualities and scientific rigor.

Post Settings

Open Positions

1. Assistant Professor / Pre-Appointed Associate Professor / Tenured Associate Professor / Professor

Job Series: Teaching and Research Series

Job Responsibilities:

• Engage in teaching and research in the field of sociology, social work, social policy, social welfare, anthropology, and related disciplines.

Qualifications:

1. A Ph.D. degree in social sciences from renowned universities at home or abroad. Applicants with backgrounds in sociology, social policy, social work, social welfare, or anthropology are preferred.
2. Applicants should have achieved significant scientific research accomplishments in their respective fields and demonstrated strong academic potential for further development.
3. Ability to teach in English is required.
4. Age limits:

• Assistant Professors: Generally under 35 years old
• Associate Professors: Generally under 45 years old
• Professors: Generally under 50 years old

Number of Positions: 0-4

Contact:

Zhou Yuting

Contact Number: 010-62751676

Email:yt_zhou@pku.edu.cn

Address: 212, Building 5, Science Department, Peking University, 100871

Application Materials

Applicants should submit the following materials:

1. Individual job application (with the applicant's signature)
2. Detailed personal resume
3. Personal academic degree certificate
4. 2-4 representative papers
5. Personal academic work plan for the next 3-5 years
6. At least 3 letters of recommendation (letters should be sent directly to the designated address or email. It is recommended that one or more letters come from peers, tutors, or co-tutors at Peking University).

Application Deadline

• First Batch:April 18, 2025
• Second Batch:October 17, 2025