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About Rice

Boasting a 300-acre tree-lined campus in Houston, Texas, Rice University is ranked among the nation’s top 20 universities by U.S. News & World Report. Rice has a 6-to-1 undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio and a residential college system, which supports students intellectually, emotionally, and culturally through social events, intramural sports, student plays, lecture series, courses, and student government. Developing close-knit, diverse college communities is a strong campus tradition, which is why Rice is highly ranked for best quality of life and best value among private universities.

Rice is also a wonderful place to work. Rice faculty, staff, and students share values that are essential to our success as a healthy community. Those values guide our decisions and behaviors and shape Rice’s culture. They come through in how we treat each other and the welcome we extend to our visitors. These values can be recalled simply by our name — RICE — Responsibility, Integrity, Community, and Excellence.

Position Summary

The Kinder Institute for Urban Research (KIUR) at Rice University is seeking a full-time Research Analyst to join its Houston Population Research Center Demography Team. The Research Analyst will collaborate with an interdisciplinary group of community-engaged scholars and local partners on a wide range of demographic topics.

The role involves contributing to multiple research projects simultaneously within a research-practice partnership framework, ensuring that findings are both rigorous and relevant to community needs. Responsibilities include developing research questions, collecting and analyzing data, and presenting results to both academic and community audiences. The Research Analyst will also support the dissemination of findings at professional conferences and public forums and may supervise and mentor student research assistants.

The Kinder Institute for Urban Research aims to improve lives through data, research, engagement, and action. The institute is currently working to build out five research centers focused on critical aspects shaping the social and cultural landscape of the Houston area. The five centers will research housing, education, community and public health, economic mobility and inequality, and population dynamics. Each center will investigate its topic area and will work across centers. To achieve this, each center is building interdisciplinary teams specializing in solutions-oriented research while using a partnership model of research. The partnership model works to jointly design, develop, and conduct research that values diversity in expertise and prioritizes the community in identifying and addressing the most pressing questions and challenges facing the Houston area. The goal is for the institute’s research to inform decision-making and bring about systemic change.    

Ideal candidates work well in a team environment, actively collaborate, and can motivate others. S/he has superior scientific and numerical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and accuracy. 

Workplace Requirements

This position is offered as a hybrid role, combining both in-office and remote work to provide flexibility and support collaboration. [3 days in-office/2 days remote]. Per Rice policy 440, work arrangements may be subject to change.

Hiring Range: 

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position, and the proposed salary range is 67,000 - $69,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. Exempt (salaried) positions under FLSA are not eligible for overtime.  

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or foreign equivalent) in sociology, economics, other social science, or related field, and completion of a university-level course, thesis, or dissertation.
•  Two or more (2+) years of experience in the following:
  • Data maintenance and analysis
  • Maintaining quality control standards
  • Demographic methods.
  • Quantitative methodology; and
  • Stata, SAS, or R. 

Skills:

• Knowledge of software statistical packages such as STATA, SAS, R, or HLM
• Excellent analytical and research skills
• Ability to build reports
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proofreading
• Excellent presentation skills

Preferences

• Doctoral or Master’s degree (or foreign equivalent) in demography, psychology, sociology, or other social science, or related field, and one year of experience in the following: 
  • Data analysis
  • Demographic methods
  • Quantitative methodology; and
  • SPSS, Stata, SAS, or R.     

Essential Functions

• Assists with research projects, including in the design and planning of research questions, and collaborates in data collection and analysis, as well as in the dissemination and communication of findings
• Identifies, locates, and obtains data and information necessary for conducting research projects 
• Uses demographic, quantitative and/or qualitative methodologies from the social sciences 
• Maintains and implements quality control standards for varying research projects
• Facilitates planning, scheduling, execution, and completion of research projects
• Runs statistical analyses using standard statistical methods and techniques 
• Utilizes appropriate statistical software programs to conduct research  
• Verifies the accuracy and replicability of data analysis using scientific and numerical skills 
• Interprets and communicates research findings for various audiences and publications, including research briefs, journals, manuscripts, professional conferences, and data visualization graphics 
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Additional Functions

• Provides support for established research partnerships

Rice University HR | Benefits: https://knowledgecafe.rice.edu/benefits 

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Rice University is committed to ensuring Equal Employment Opportunity and welcoming the fullness of diversity into our candidate pools. Rice considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. Rice also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. If an applicant requires a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact Rice University’s Disability Resource Center at 713-348-5841 or adarice@rice.edu for support.

If you have any additional questions, please email us at jobs@rice.edu. Thank you for your interest in employment with Rice University.

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Description
The Department of Sociology at The University of Texas at Austin invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in the area of aging to begin Fall of academic year 2026-27. Duties include undergraduate and graduate teaching, including in the Health & Society program, participation in the Center on Aging & Population Sciences, supporting research, programs, and collaborative projects that drive innovation in research on aging, and service to the department, college, and university.

Qualifications
Applicants must have completed all the requirements for the PhD by time of appointment, or they must expect to obtain the PhD within a year of joining the faculty as Instructor.

Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter that includes a description of current and planned research, teaching statement, current curriculum vitae, writing sample, and three letters of reference to: Search Committee Chair, Department of Sociology, The University of Texas at Austin, via apply.interfolio.com/172374.

The committee will begin reviewing applications on October 21, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Position funding is subject to budget availability.

Recruitment Range: $65,000- $100,000
Salary Grade: NC19
 
The Office of State Budget and Management (OSBM) is excited to announce that we are seeking candidates for an anticipated opening for a State & Census Data Consultant within our Demographic and Economic Analysis section!

OSBM delivers high quality budget development and management services for state government. Overseeing the state’s budget process is at the heart of much of what we do. Yet OSBM is much more than budgets.

• Our team provides budget and policy analysis counsel to the Governor, state agencies, and state legislature.
• We analyze economic and demographic data to inform decisions and maintain a balanced budget.
• We provide state agencies with services to support stewardship of public resources and prudent decision-making. This includes tools to improve operational efficacy through data and evidence, such as strategic planning, performance management, and impact analysis. 
• And we support agencies’ financial control structures such as grants management, internal audits, and the oversight committee for retired state employees' health benefits.
• Our office is also home to the state fraud hotline, where any citizen can report suspected misuse of public resources.

About the OSBM Demographic and Economic Analysis Section

The Demographic and Economic Analysis (DEA) section provides vital information to the Governor and senior OSBM management on the current and projected condition of the North Carolina population, economy, and state revenues and expenditures.

DEA represents OSBM in matters of the economy and state revenue before the General Assembly, participates in discussions and negotiations with the Fiscal Research Division of the General Assembly, and provides economic and fiscal information to various stakeholders.

The section produces the official population estimations and projections and provides socioeconomic and demographic expertise to state and local stakeholders as the lead agency for the US Census Bureau’s State Data Center (SDC) program as well as the official governor’s liaison with the US Census Bureau.

DEA also oversees the State regulatory analysis process to ensure state agencies adhere to sound economic principles and public policy during rulemaking.

As a State & Census Data Consultant, you will:

• Serve as the Governor's liaison with the Census Bureau and act as the primary resource on census-related issues impacting North Carolina.
• Staff and advise the North Carolina Complete Count Commission.
• Train local governments and coordinate with them on census preparations.
• Represent North Carolina within the Census Bureau's State Data Center (SDC) program and coordinate with SDC program affiliates in NC.
• Provide socio-economic data, visualizations, and analysis to OSBM, state and local entities, elected and appointed officials, and the public.
• Make presentations on demographic and socio-economic data, with particular emphasis on US Census Bureau data.
• Update, expand, and enhance the Log Into North Carolina (LINC) database.
• Coordinate the Census Working Group of the NC Geographic Information Coordinating Council (GICC).
• Work independently with supervision, demonstrating integrity and maintaining confidentiality.
• Maintain professionalism and develop strong working relationships with state agencies, senior public officials, legislative staff, and external stakeholders.

Experience the OSBM Difference

• OSBM is committed to investing in its team through ongoing training and professional development, including participation in statewide and national conferences focused on budgeting and knowledge-sharing.
• OSBM offers a flexible, hybrid work environment that supports meaningful public service while promoting life-work harmony and the opportunity to enjoy North Carolina’s exceptional quality of life.
• Currently, hybrid positions require onsite work on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at our downtown Raleigh, NC office. Employees may work remotely on Mondays and Fridays (optional).  
• Hybrid schedule is subject to change. 

Link to OSBM website

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Meeting the ‘Minimum Education and Experience Requirements’ are REQUIRED to qualify for this position.  All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment) must be documented on the application to receive credit for all of your work history and credentials.  Any information listed on resume or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.  Please refer to state resources on how to land a career.  

Management Preferences:

• Documented experience communicating technical information effectively, both orally and in writing, to technical and non-technical audiences.

• Demonstrated experience summarizing, analyzing, and presenting demographic, socio-economic, and/or related types of data.
• Ability to manage projects and data resources, including relational databases and/or open data platforms, preferably involving stakeholders from multiple organizations.

• Considerable ability to visualize and analyze data using tools such as Excel, Power Bl, statistics software packages, Geographic Information System (GIS) software, AI-based tools, and/or other related software.

Management is requesting that applicants submit the following documents attached to their online application:

1. A detailed cover letter that should address:

• The applicant requirements and relevant Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities from the Management Preferences listed above
• Employment or educational experience relevant to the position
• Reasons for interest in working at OSBM
• A current resumé (maximum length 2 pages)

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See Education and Experience Equivalency Guide | NC Office of Human Resources for detail.

Master's degree in statistics, economics, mathematics, decision science, computer science or other quantitative field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with at least one statistical programming language, including R, Stata, SAS, or similar.  All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Supplemental and Contact Information

The Office of the State Budget and Management (OSBM) uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions Subject to the State Personnel Act (SPA) with qualified individuals.
 
Applicants are encouraged to submit an online State Application which may be obtained from the following address: http://www.oshr.nc.gov/jobs/index.html to the Human Resources Division of OSBM by 5:00 pm on the closing date or the application will be deemed untimely and will not be processed.
 

All Required Competencies, Work history and Credentials must appear on the application in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application form to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State Application form. See Attached Resume or an Embedded Text Resume" will be considered incomplete and will not be processed.
 

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts for foreign degrees have to be evaluated by an organization like World Education Services to determine US equivalency.
 

The Office of State Budget and Management (OSBM) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

• Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax reference the contact information below. All applicants should indicate the position number and job title in the section "Jobs Applied For".
• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with your application.   

Please refrain from submitting multiple applications. However, if multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting close date will be accepted.
 
 It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and the Office of State Budget and Management (OSBM) that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).
 
 For further information please contact:

Melissa Martin, Human Resources Business Partner
Office of State Budget and Management (OSBM)
Phone: 984-236-0613

Open Rank Professor, 9 Month Salaried (Sociology)

The Department of Sociology at Florida State University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor or associate professor position (9 month salaried), effective August 2026 in the area of Demography. The successful candidate will teach demographic methods/techniques and other substantive courses in the Masters of Demography program in the Center for Demography and Population Health (CDPH).  In addition, the candidate will contribute to service work and other undergraduate and graduate coursework in Sociology and Demography that meshes with the faculty member’s expertise and fits the department’s and the CDPH’s needs. Potential for leadership within the CDPH will be considered in the candidate evaluation process.

Interested individuals will be expected to demonstrate an active research agenda and have established a track record of publishing their work in well-respected peer-reviewed outlets. The ideal applicant will have a clear strategy for seeking funding through external grants and contracts.

Minimum Qualifications: completion of all Ph.D. or equivalent degree requirements except the dissertation at the time of application. Additional Qualifications: completion of all Ph.D. or equivalent degree requirements by the date of hire. We welcome applicants with expected or completed doctoral degrees in Sociology, Demography, or related fields.

Applicants are encouraged to read about the department’s areas of concentration. Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita. Applicants should submit a letter of application indicating their relevant research and teaching interests, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for three references. Please submit materials to Florida State University at https://hr.fsu.edu/facultyjobs [Job ID#60875] by September 15, 2025. Questions may be directed to Dr. Kathryn Tillman (department chair) at ktillman@fsu.edu.  

Florida State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Position Description

The University of Mississippi invites applications for a dynamic and visionary Director of the Center for Population Studies (CPS), a research unit within the Department of Sociology and Anthropology in the College of Liberal Arts. This tenure-track faculty position (open rank, with a strong preference for candidates who meet the criteria for Associate or Full Professor) offers an exciting opportunity to lead a well-established center known for its impactful, community-based research and strong record of external funding.

We seek a demographer or sociologist with a strong scholarly portfolio, demonstrated leadership and administrative experience, and a passion for applied research and public engagement. The successful candidate will have teaching experience at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, with preferred specialties in rural sociology, health, or community and economic development. While open to various subfields, we are especially interested in scholars whose research focuses on the contemporary United States, particularly the Southeastern region.

 

About the Center

Founded on a commitment to community-based research and public service, CPS works at the intersection of research, education, and outreach. The Center engages in projects focused on health, education, workforce development, and demographic trends, often in partnership with government agencies, non-profits, and local communities. CPS also provides students with hands-on research opportunities and technical training in both academic and applied settings.

The Center houses three major units:

• State Data Center of Mississippi (SDC): A U.S. Census Bureau affiliate that supports data dissemination, training, and public engagement.
• Applied Policy and Community Research Lab (APCRL): Produces timely, accessible research briefs on pressing policy issues in Mississippi and the broader region.
• Society and Health Minor (SOHE): An interdisciplinary undergraduate program focused on the social and cultural dimensions of health and well-being.

The Director will:

• Lead the Center’s strategic planning, research initiatives, and partnerships.
• Secure and manage external grants from federal, state, and philanthropic sources.
• Oversee staff and research subunits.
• Represent the Center in University, community, and governmental settings.
• Cultivate a vibrant research culture that supports student involvement and interdisciplinary collaboration.

This position offers a unique opportunity to combine research leadership, public engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration in a region where such work has tangible impact. We welcome candidates who are excited by the prospect of leading an innovative, community-focused research center within a supportive academic environment. This position will support state-wide partnerships in responding to the decennial census, work with local leadership to support data-driven decision-making using public data, and mentor and teach in demography, statistics, and related courses.

Position Details

Appointment: 9 month

Assignment Type: Tenure Track

Position Responsibilities

• 60% Center-affiliated duties, including 20% administration and 40% research.
• 30% teaching with a 2:1 course load, in areas such as demography, methods, statistics, and population health.
• 10% service, including mentoring undergraduate and graduate students and supervising Master’s theses.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Demography, Sociology, Rural Sociology, or a related field at the time of appointment (minimum qualification)
• Strong record of peer-reviewed publications and extramural research funding.
• Proven leadership experience in research centers, institutes, or similar units (minimum qualification)
• Commitment to community-engaged research and scholarship.
• Tack record of successful engagement with local, state, and federal institutions.
• Ability to teach and mentor in demography, statistics, and related areas.

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Application Procedures

Apply online at careers.olemiss.edu. Required materials:

• Curriculum vitae
• Letter of interest
• Description of current and future research agenda (including how it aligns with CPS)
• Teaching philosophy
• Contact information for three references (two must be academic). Letters of recommendation will be requested after the first-round interview.

Timeline: Review of application will begin mid-September. First round interviews will be conducted mid-October, with on-campus interviews to be scheduled prior to Thanksgiving.

Upon hire, an official transcript must be sent directly to the University of Mississippi Office of Human Resources.

The Department of Sociology at Texas State University invites applicants for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor rank with a required area of specialization in aging and dementia and a preferred area of specialization in quantitative methods. The appointment will begin Fall 2026. Research, teaching, and service expectations are commensurate with tenure expectations in the department. Scholarly achievement commensurate with career stage will be evaluated.

Candidates are required to have a record of, or demonstrated potential for, successful teaching of courses in aging or dementia and with a preference for also being able to teach quantitative methods. A PhD in sociology, gerontology, applied gerontology, aging studies, or dementia studies by August 2026 is required. A background in sociological knowledge and perspectives is required. The Department houses an interdisciplinary online graduate program in Dementia and Aging Studies (MSDA), and preference will be given to candidates with a record of or demonstrated potential for teaching online courses that could strengthen the MSDA program. Preference will be given to candidates with an active research agenda in dementia or cognitive aging and who demonstrate the ability to obtain external funding.

The Department of Sociology at Texas State University has faculty engaging in a wide-ranging array of specialties comprised of both quantitative and qualitative methods. The faculty are publishing research of national and international significance and take pride in their strong teaching reputation. The Department of Sociology offers BA, BS, MA, and MS degrees in sociology and applied sociology. The department also offers an interdisciplinary online MS in Dementia and Aging Studies (MSDA) – the first program of its kind in the United States, as well as interdisciplinary MA and MS degrees in Sustainability Studies.

Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be considered: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/53379. 

Review date: 9/1/2025

Gerald Shoultz will complete his term as Secretary/Treasurer of the Southern Demographic Association (SDA), on January 1, 2026. Therefore, SDA is looking for someone to fill the position of Secretary/Treasurer. The position is for a three-year term, from January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2028, renewable by the SDA Board of Directors.

Duties of the position are listed below. Members of SDA who are interested in the position should send a CV and cover letter to SDA President Joseph Lariscy (jlariscy@tamu.edu) by Friday, June 27.

Duties

1. Maintain all financial accounts and records for SDA. This includes a checking account and savings account. You would need to keep and maintain bank statements for all accounts and any other information related to deposits or expenditures.

2. Communicate regularly with the webmaster to make sure the website and links for the annual meeting are up to date. 

3. Present a report to the Board of Directors on financial statements and membership numbers at the yearly Board meeting in October and the mid-year Board meeting in April.

4. Maintain membership information.

5. Work with the Virginia delegate on the Board to ensure that all paperwork related to the organization’s Virginia SCC status is filed annually and any fees from this process are paid.

6. File form 990-N with the IRS yearly.

7. Run the election for President and Board members in summer of each year.

9. Respond to emails sent to the organization or forward emails to the appropriate Board member for response.

10. Handle organizational aspects of the annual meeting. This includes setting the registration fee in consultation with the Board, handling money and registration information from participants, running registration at the meeting, preparing name tags, working with the local arrangements chair to make sure costs are reasonable and pay costs associated with the meeting. This is the bulk of the work as Secretary/Treasurer, hence, the busiest time for this position is in the fall.

If selected by the Board, you will meet and work with Gerald Shoultz at the annual meeting this year to get additional training on the position.

Please send any questions about the position to Joseph Lariscy (jlariscy@tamu.edu) or to Gerald Shoultz (shoultzg@gvsu.edu).

Constance Citro (National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine) and Ronald Prevost (Georgetown University) have written a geographic primer dealing with differential privacy effects on small geographies. The report is available for download here:

U.S. Political and Statistical Geography & Census Small-Area Statistics: A Primer

Call for Associate Editors

The Editors-in-Chief of Population Research and Policy Review (PRPR) are currently seeking applications for Associate Editors with expertise in the following areas:

• Fertility
• Maternal/Child Health
• Family Demography

Scholars in the above areas who also have expertise in LMICs, Qualitative Methods, SGM populations are especially encouraged to apply. Expectations and responsibilities will be adjusted according to Rank and Tenure status.

Interested scholars should send an email indicating their interest and areas of expertise, along with their updated CV, to:

Dr. David F. Warner, Co-Editor-in-Chief of PRPR, University of Alabama at Birmingham (dwarner3 [at] uab [dot] edu).

After an initial review, applicants will be contacted for additional information.

Population Research and Policy Review (PRPR) is an interdisciplinary Springer journal published in cooperation with the Southern Demographic Association (SDA). PRPR receives approximately 400 submissions per year and has a 25% acceptance rate. The 2023 Impact Factor was 2.6 and the journal ranks in Q1 of Demography outlets.

The 2025 meeting of the Southern Demographic Association will be held October 15-17 in Lexington, Kentucky, at the Hilton Lexington Downtown.

Stay tuned for more information about the conference and abstract submissions. We look forward to seeing you all in Lexington!