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Assistant Professor | University of Utah

Assistant Professor in The Department of Sociology and Criminology

The Department of Sociology and Criminology at the University of Utah invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin July 1, 2026. We seek a criminologist or sociologist with expertise in Criminology, broadly defined. Preferred subareas of expertise include, but are not limited to, behavioral health, crime, and criminal justice; juvenile delinquency and justice; crime and the life course; social and health impacts of violence; AI in crime and policing; urban studies and crime; and sociology of law. Candidates who apply geospatial analysis, community-based participatory methods, program evaluation, or language learning models in their research will complement existing methodological strengths in the department and are particularly encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will bridge the disciplines of sociology and criminology and complement existing department strengths in one or more of our specialty areas: Sociology of Race, Sociology of Gender, Political Sociology, Sociology of Development, Sociology of Health, Environmental Sociology, and Population Studies.

Applicant requirements:

  • An earned doctorate in Sociology, Criminology, Criminal Justice, or closely related field, by the employment start date.
  • Experience and/or demonstrated potential for research excellence, including a well-defined research agenda and a record of (or clear potential for) academic publication and extramural funding.
  • Ability to contribute to the department’s new PhD emphasis in Criminology, MA program in Criminology, and the teaching mission of our undergraduate program in Sociology and Criminology.

Special Instructions for Candidates
Review of applications will begin September 30, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Please submit (1) a cover letter detailing your research and teaching interests and experience, (2) a curriculum vitae, (3) an academic writing sample, and (4) three letters of recommendation.
Address inquiries regarding the position to Dr. Heather Melton (heather.melton@soc.utah.edu). For technical assistance or questions about the application process, contact Angela Midgley (angela.midgley@soc.utah.edu).
Open Date 08/27/2025
Close Date 12/01/2025

Assistant Professor of Sociology and Criminology (Tenure Track) | Saint Mary’s College

Assistant Professor of Sociology and Criminology (Tenure Track)

Location: Notre Dame, Indiana
Closing date: Sep 22, 2025

Description

The Saint Mary’s College Department of Sociology and Criminology invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor position beginning August of 2026. We are interested in applicants who demonstrate expertise in Criminology. The candidate is expected to teach Introduction to Crime and Society and other criminology courses. In addition, the candidate will be expected to teach either Social Problems or the introductory sociology course. Ability to work with various student populations, including those from historically underrepresented groups, will be essential.

Teaching, Research, and Service Expectations:

  • The candidate can expect a 3-3 teaching load.
  • Area of scholarship is based on the candidate’s expertise in Sociology and/or Criminology.
  • The candidate is expected to play an instrumental role, especially in the area of Criminology, both in the Department and College. This includes being a team member in activities and events in representing the Department.

Qualifications:

A Ph.D. in Sociology (or a Ph.D. in Criminology with a M.A. in Sociology) by August 2026 is required; an ABD in Sociology (or an ABD in Criminology with a M.A. in Sociology considered).

For the initial application, please submit the following materials:

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Letter of application that conveys your relevant experience and your interest in working at a Catholic, justice-oriented, women’s, liberal arts college
  • Statement of teaching philosophy that addresses your commitment to fostering an inclusive classroom environment, considering students from a broad variety of backgrounds and learning styles

All materials should be submitted by October 15, 2025. Review job description and apply at careers.saintmarys.edu

If invited to progress to the next round of consideration, you will be asked to provide: three letters of references, statement of research philosophy, course syllabi and course evaluations (if available), and official undergraduate and graduate transcripts. After reviewing these materials, the search committee may select applicants for on-line interviews, and on the basis of the interviews, invite applicants for campus visits.

Assistant Professor – Juvenile Justice | University of South Carolina

Assistant Professor – Juvenile Justice

Advertised Job Summary
The faculty of the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of South Carolina, Columbia campus, invites applications for a 9-month, full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 16, 2026.

The successful candidate will teach 2 courses per semester, including offerings at the undergraduate and graduate levels, as needed. They will also maintain an active research agenda, mentor and supervise students, and provide service to the Department, College, University, community, and discipline.

Required Education and Experience
The position requires a Ph.D. in criminology/criminal justice, or an earned doctorate in a closely-related social science discipline by the start of employment (ABDs considered). We are seeking candidates whose research addresses juvenile justice.

Preferred Qualifications
Candidates with demonstrated potential for external research funding are especially encouraged to apply.
Posting Detail Information

Special Instructions to Applicant
All applicants must apply online at USCJobs at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Applications must include: (1) a cover letter that describes their research and teaching interests, (2) a curriculum vitae, and (3) the names and email addresses of 3 references. References will be contacted directly for letters.

Review of applications begins September 26, 2025. The position will remain open until filled. Inquiries about this position may be directed to Dr. Christi Metcalfe, Search Committee Chair, at cmetcalfe@sc.edu.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

Assistant Professor, Sociology & Criminology | Butler University

Assistant Professor, Sociology & Criminology

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
Closing date: Sep 21, 2025

The Department of Sociology and Criminology at Butler University invites applications for a full-time, tenure track faculty member with expertise in criminology or crime, law, and deviance.  We seek a colleague with a strong research agenda and a commitment to inclusive, excellent undergraduate teaching to join our department at the level of Assistant Professor starting August 2026.

The successful candidate will have research and teaching interests in crime, law, and/or deviance, broadly conceived, and will complement existing strengths in the department.  Candidates should be prepared to develop innovative courses that serve our growing criminology major (e.g., in areas such as, but not limited to, Elite Crime, Cybercrime, Policy, Deviance and Social Control, Juvenile Delinquency, Immigration/Migration and Crime, Ethnography of Crime, and Policing/Law Enforcement), as well as to teach one or more required sociology courses (e.g., Introduction to Sociology, Contemporary Social Issues, Theory, Research Methods, Senior Research Seminar).  Candidates should also demonstrate a commitment to building an inclusive learning environment for an increasingly diverse student population.  We value candidates who infuse critical and intersectional perspectives in their scholarship and teaching, who are committed to directing undergraduate research and internships, who have an interest in community-engaged learning, and who have a record of supporting BIPOC, working-class, and first-generation students. 

Candidates should have earned a Ph.D. in Sociology or in Criminology, with a sociologically focused research agenda, before August 1, 2026.  The teaching load for tenure track faculty is three courses per semester.

Housed in Butler University’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the Department of Sociology and Criminology currently has seven full-time faculty who serve a growing and diverse population of students.  We offer degrees in sociology and criminology, an optional concentration in social work and social policy within the sociology major, and combined majors with psychology, political science, philosophy, and anthropology.  Our faculty are affiliated with interdisciplinary programs in International Studies; Public Health; Race, Gender, and Sexuality Studies; Peace and Conflict Studies; and Science, Technology, and Environmental Studies.  For more information about the department, see https://www.butler.edu/arts-sciences/sociology-criminology/.

Applications
Applicants should submit the following:

  • Cover Letter (must discuss qualifications for and interest in position)
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Representative sample of scholarly work (1-2 journal articles or dissertation/book chapters, published or in progress) 
  • Statement of Research Plans
  • Teaching Statement (must provide evidence of commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment)
  • Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., sample syllabi, student evaluations, peer evaluations)
  • Unofficial graduate transcripts
  • Contact information for at least 3 references 

The cover letter and CV can be uploaded individually.  All other materials should be submitted as a single PDF.  Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide at least three letters of recommendation.  Finalists will be required to submit official transcripts and to undergo a background check.  

For questions about the position, contact Dr. Stephen Barnard, Department Chair and chair of the Search Committee: sbarnard2@butler.edu.  Review of applications will begin September 15, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.

Assistant/Associate Professor | Arizona State University

Assistant/Associate Professor, Bringing Research & Innovation into the Debate on Guns in Society

The Initiative to Bring Research & Innovation into the Debate on Guns in Society (BRIDGS Initiative), housed in the T. Denny Sanford School of Social and Family Dynamics (SSFD) at Arizona State University (ASU), invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor. This full-time, benefits-eligible, academic-year (9-month) faculty position will begin in August 2026.  We will consider any candidate eligible for appointment as a tenure-track assistant or associate professor in August 2026 (e.g., current ABDs, recently completed Ph.D., postdoctoral scholars, current assistant or associate professors). This position is part of a cluster hire for the BRIDGS Initiative in SSFD with potential for a joint appointment; the successful candidate will be invited to join one or more units within ASU.

Applications are encouraged from scholars across social science (broadly defined) with research expertise on guns, which may include, but is not limited to, the culture and politics of armed self-defense; gun violence; cultural representations of guns; guns and social stratification; gun markets, the gun industry, and gun trade; social movement mobilization surrounding gun rights and/or gun control; comparative/transnational approaches to guns in society, including the relationship between migration and guns; the intersection of guns, conservation, and the environment; and related topics grounded in social science approaches. Preference will be given to applicants whose research is oriented toward bridging divides within the gun debate, unearthing new opportunities for conversation, and (re)framing the terms of the gun debate in ways that serve the interests of the broader public, especially in Arizona. Note that this is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in developing infrastructure uniquely focused on social science approaches to guns in a state with a dynamic and trend-setting terrain with respect to guns in society.

Inquiries can be directed to Dr. Jennifer Carlson at jenniferdawncarlson@asu.edu

About the BRIDGS Initiative

The BRIDGS Initiative is a new initiative at ASU that engages the topic of guns in society by drawing on the methodological and analytical expertise in the social sciences and adjacent disciplinary and interdisciplinary spaces. The BRIDGS mission includes building data infrastructure necessary for more productive civic engagement surrounding guns in society; engaging underappreciated voices across the gun debate; and building scholarly community within the area of gun studies, including mentorship opportunities for scholars at all career stages. Key BRIDGS activities include the Guns Unpacked podcast, the BRIDGS Emergent Scholar Fellowship, the Annual Symposium, as well as the American Gun Experience, a longitudinal, qualitative study of gun attitudes in the US. Drawing on ASU’s charter of inclusivity, public values and community impact, BRIDGS imagines a different kind of space for the gun debate—one that brings rigorous and thoughtful data and evidence to understand where we are in the gun debate and where we might go next. See bridgs.asu.edu for more details.

Essential Functions

  • Maintain and strengthen a record of scholarly productivity as demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications and/or books, external funding, presentations at national conferences, and other translational, scholarly activities
  • Teach undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral courses in person, online, and hybrid and contribute to the BRIDGS Guns Studies Certificate (in development)
  • Advise and mentor students.
  • Support BRIDGS programming and activities
  • Provide service contributions to the school, college, university, and profession’

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • A Ph.D. in a social-scientific or related field (e.g., sociology, criminology, political science, anthropology, economics, communications, geography, history, empirical legal studies, public health, and other related fields) by time of appointment.
  • Strong evidence of a novel research agenda, and demonstrated potential for excellence in research, teaching, and service, commensurate with rank.
  • Potential or demonstrated excellence in teaching and mentoring at the undergraduate or graduate level, commensurate with rank.

Desired Qualifications

  • Potential or demonstrated excellence in developing a nationally recognized research profile in gun scholarship, commensurate with rank.
  • Potential or demonstrated excellence in conducting research that will contribute to and enhance the national and international reputation of the BRIDGS Initiative, commensurate with rank.
  • Potential or demonstrated ability to secure external funding to support research, commensurate with rank.
  • Demonstrated commitment to working with faculty, staff, students and communities to advance the principles of the ASU Charter.

Application Instructions

The application deadline is September 3, 2025. Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis for a reserve pool. Applications in the reserve pool may then be reviewed in the order in which they were received until the position is filled. Candidates will be asked to create or use an existing Interfolio Dossier to submit the following application materials:

  • Current Curriculum Vitae
  • A Cover Letter
  • Research Statement (2 page maximum)
  • Teaching Statement (1 page limit)
  • Name and contact information of three references (Name, email address, phone number)
  • Two representative publications

Assistant Professor – Criminology and Law Studies | Marquette University

Assistant Professor – Criminology and Law Studies

The Department of Social and Cultural Sciences invites applications for an Assistant Professor (tenure-track) position beginning in August 2025. We seek applicants to teach courses in the Criminology and Law Studies, BA and in Criminal Justice Data Analytics, MS programs, and be part of a university-wide interdisciplinary community to advance Data Science at Marquette University. The successful candidate will be expected to teach graduate courses on Advanced Quantitative Research Methods and Advanced Social Statistics and undergraduate courses in their area of expertise on a rotating basis. Experience teaching courses in an online format is considered a plus.

Candidates must have demonstrated expertise in advanced quantitative methods such as structural equation modeling, panel/multi-level data modeling, propensity score matching, machine learning, or similar. Research specialization is open, although research interests in cybercrime, big data, and artificial intelligence is considered a plus. Applicants should also demonstrate excellence in teaching with a clear commitment to the teacher-scholar model including undergraduate and graduate education, evidence of scholarly productivity in peer-reviewed journals, and a clear research agenda. We encourage applications from candidates who will contribute to the diversity of our college community.

A Ph.D. in the social sciences with a strong emphasis on quantitative methodology is required by the time of appointment. ABDs with a clear timetable for completion prior to the start of employment will be considered. A J.D. alone is not sufficient. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success while working with diverse student populations.
All applications for this position must be received through Marquette University’s electronic recruiting system. Please attach 1) a letter of application, 2) a current Curriculum Vitae, 3) a statement on research, 4) a statement on teaching philosophy, 5) a statement of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (“other document 1” in the system), 6) a writing sample, 7) unofficial graduate level transcripts, 8) a timetable for completion of PhD if ABD (“other document 2”), and 9) the names and email addresses of 3 references. All statements (i.e., research, teaching, DEI) are limited to one page.
After submitting your application, contact your three references and have them send letters of recommendation to the department’s Administrative Assistant Mr. Gregory Deuchars atGregory.deuchars@marquette.edu. 

ASA Job link:https://careercenter.asanet.org/job/1310521/assistant-professor-tenure-track-criminology-and-law-studies/

Assistant Professor – Sociology | Marquette University

Assistant Professor – Sociology

The Department of Social and Cultural Sciences is seeking an Assistant Professor (tenure-track) to begin in August 2025. Applicants will be expected to teach required and elective courses in the Sociology major, including Sociological Theory. We seek a teacher-scholar whose research explores science, technology, and society (STS) (including Sociology of Science, Knowledge, and Technology; Feminist Science Studies; or related subfields); areas of specialization may include such topics as health, medicine, education, finance, immigration and citizenship, media/social media, sports, or housing. We are particularly interested in scholars who forefront the social and ethical implications of data science and technology. The ability to contribute courses to other majors in the department or the university’s data science initiative will be considered an asset. Applicants must demonstrate excellence in teaching, evidence of scholarly productivity, a clear research agenda, and a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success while working with diverse student populations

A Ph.D. in sociology or a closely-related field is required by the time of appointment. ABDs with a clear timetable for completion prior to the start of employment will be considered

All applications for this position must be received through Marquette University’s electronic recruiting system. Please attach 1) a letter of application, 2) a current Curriculum Vitae, 3) a statement on research, 4) a statement on teaching philosophy (including a brief discussion of how you would approach teaching Sociological Theory), 5) a statement of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (“other document 1” in the system), 6) a writing sample, 7) unofficial graduate level transcripts, 8) a timetable for completion of PhD if ABD (“other document 2”), and 9) the names and email addresses of 3 references. All statements (i.e., research, teaching, DEI) are limited to one page. 

ASA Job Link: https://careercenter.asanet.org/job/1310522/assistant-professor-tenure-track-sociology-/

Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice-Criminology | Lycoming College

Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice-Criminology

Lycoming College invites applications for two tenure-track positions in Criminal Justice-Criminology at the Assistant Professor level beginning Fall 2025.  The Department of Criminal Justice-Criminology has approximately 100 majors and minors and seeks to provide students with strong foundational knowledge to prepare them for careers in the field, while also encouraging students to consider a range of perspectives in understanding crime and criminal behavior.  Students are given the skills to think critically and use evidence-based research when seeking to address issues the system faces.  The department has strong connections with local, county and federal criminal justice agencies in the area and so significant opportunities and support exists for research, volunteer and community-based learning experiences for faculty and students.  Successful candidates must have a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching, inclusive excellence and a dedication to the value of a liberal arts education.  Candidates will have the opportunity to shape and influence the curriculum and types of opportunities offered to students.  While all areas of specialization will be considered for hire, specific expertise in security studies is prioritized for one of the positions as the College seeks to expand its curriculum to incorporate this area of study. Candidates will have the opportunity to teach courses in their specialty within their 3/3 teaching load.  Preference will be given to candidates who are willing to teach courses core to the curriculum, specifically research methods and a senior capstone course.  A PhD in criminal justice and criminology or related disciplines is preferred; however, ABDs who are nearing completion will be considered and are encouraged to apply.

To apply:  Applicants must apply online at www.lycoming.edu and should include a letter describing their teaching philosophy and how it aligns with the mission of a small liberal arts college, specifically inclusive excellence; their specific teaching and research interests; a curriculum vitae; copies of transcripts, sample syllabi; and the names and contact information for three references, at least one of which is able to speak to the candidate’s teaching abilities. Inquiries may be directed to the chair of the search committee, Julie Yingling, at yingling@lycoming.edu.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.  Applications submitted by December 15, 2024 will be given full consideration.

Visit our website at https://www.lycoming.edu/criminal-justice/ to learn more about our department.

Assistant Professor | Austin Peay State University

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.

Assistant Professor | Wayne State University

The Department of Criminology & Criminal Justice at Wayne State University invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track, academic-year (9-month) Assistant Professor of Teaching to begin in Fall 2025.

Applicants are expected to hold a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice/Criminology or related field. A J.D.
alone is not a sufficient qualification for this position. The ideal candidate would be expected to
teach a variety of traditional and online courses. The successful candidate will be responsible for
teaching 4 classes in each of the fall and winter semesters with the possibility of additional
teaching opportunities during summers. In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will
contribute to departmental-level service needs.

To apply, go to: https://hr.wayne.edu/clientservices/prospective (posting requisition 2355).
An on-line application is required. Applicants must upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae,
teaching portfolio, and diversity statement (submitted through the “writing sample” tab) within
the online application portal to be considered for the position. Three letters of recommendation
should be sent to Dr. Siying Guo, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Criminology
and Criminal Justice, 3261 Faculty Administration Building, Wayne State University, Detroit,
MI 48202 or emailed to hp6625@wayne.edu. Review of applications will begin November 25,
2024 and continue until the position is filled. The chair of the search committee will be available
at ASC to discuss the position.