Assistant Professor Criminal Justice
Position Summary
The Department of Criminal Justice at Austin Peay State University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice.
The position’s responsibilities include teaching courses as assigned by the chair. The successful candidate will also engage in an active scholarly research agenda, advise students, and participate in relevant service to the university, community, and discipline.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
- Teach three to four courses (graduate and undergraduate level) per academic semester as assigned by the chair
- Teach research methodology based courses (basic and advanced)
- Advise majors as needed
- Provide service including, but not limited to, departmental, college, and/or university committee work
- Maintain an active scholarly research agenda
- Faculty may teach during the summer semesters for additional compensation (subject to availability)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
An ability to teach a wide range of criminal justice courses.
Area of research specialization is open, but preference will be given to candidates who specialize in criminal forensics.
Experience teaching across a variety of delivery methods (online, hybrid, face-to-face, etc.)
Required Minimum Qualifications
- Ph.D. in criminal justice or criminology
- ABD will be considered if all requirements in criminal justice or criminology from an accredited institution are completed by the date of hire.
- A background search will be required of the successful applicant.