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Assistant Professor, Criminology | University of South Florida

Assistant Professor, Criminology

Position Description:
The Department of Criminology at the University of South Florida (USF) in Tampa invites applications for three nine-month tenure-track Assistant Professor positions to begin August 7, 2025. To be eligible for consideration, applicants must possess a Ph.D. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or a related social science discipline by the date of appointment. ABDs will be considered but degree must be in hand by time of appointment. Area of specialization is open. Preference will be given to those applicants who demonstrate an ability to make a significant contribution to the department’s doctoral program. Evidence of effective teaching experience, online or in person, is preferred, and applicants should show a strong record of research productivity and grant potential. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications. Review of applications will begin September 16, 2024, and will continue until positions are filled. Continue reading →

Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice | Texas A&M University Central Texas

Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice

Job Description
Texas A&M University-Central Texas (TAMUCT) is a public university in Killeen, Texas, near Fort Cavazos and the Austin area. It offers junior- and senior-level coursework leading to baccalaureate and graduate degrees. The student population at A&M-Central Texas is non-traditional and growing. TAMUCT is a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI) serving over 2,400 students. The TAMUCT Social Sciences department is interdisciplinary, with programs in Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Political Science, Sociology, and Anthropology.

The Department of Social Sciences at Texas A&M University-Central Texas (TAMUCT) is seeking applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in our Criminal Justice undergraduate and graduate programs. Our program offers four degrees: Bachelor of Science (BS) in Criminal Justice, Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS) in Criminal Justice, Master of Science (MS) in Criminal Justice, and Master of Science (MS) in Homeland Security. We are particularly interested in candidates who possess the ability to teach across various subfields within the discipline. Our department prides itself on being collegial and interdisciplinary; the successful candidate will exemplify and enhance these qualities. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the program through teaching, service, and scholarship commensurate with a regional university. Continue reading →

Assistant Professor | University of Alabama

AS – Assistant Professor – Criminal Justice – Tenure/Tenure Track – 524630

Alabama, United States
Arts and Sciences
Tenure/Tenure-Track Faculty
Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)
Closing at: Aug 1 2025 at 22:55 CDT

Department/Organization
204651 – Criminal Justice/Sociology

Rank
Assistant Professor

Position Summary
The Department of Criminology & Criminal Justice, in collaboration with the Institute for Social Science Research at The University of Alabama, invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 2025. Continue reading →

Assistant Professor | University of Alabama

Criminology and Criminal Justice Assistant Professor – Tenure Track – 524589

Alabama, United States
Arts and Sciences
Tenure/Tenure-Track Faculty
Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)
Closing at: Aug 1 2025 at 22:55 CDT

Department/Organization
204651 – Criminal Justice/Sociology

Rank
Assistant Professor

Position Summary
The Department of Criminology & Criminal Justice at The University of Alabama invites applications for a tenure-line Assistant Professor. Continue reading →

Assistant Professor, Criminology | American University

Assistant Professor, Criminology

Job Description:
The Department of Justice, Law & Criminology in the School of Public Affairs at American University invites applications for two full-time, tenure-track positions in criminology beginning in Academic Year 2025-26. The positions will be at the rank of Assistant Professor. For the first position, we are seeking applicants with substantive expertise in race, ethnicity, and policing. For the second position, the search is open regarding specialty, but the Department is especially interested in scholars whose research and teaching interests complement our department’s strengths in areas such as policing, court systems, corrections, victimology, juvenile justice, criminological theory, quantitative and/or qualitative methods. Applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of the department are especially welcome.

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Instructional Faculty Full Time | Montgomery College

Instructional Faculty Full Time – Criminal Justice

Job Description
Montgomery College, Rockville Campus, has a need for a full-time criminal justice faculty member (P002231) in the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminal Justice beginning January 2025 for the 2024-2025 academic year. We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher who exhibits a high degree of professionalism, a strong commitment to our students, and the ability to motivate and educate in an engaging manner. The successful candidate will be committed to teaching in a multi-cultural, two-year environment, and welcome the opportunity to work with students with diverse learning abilities. Montgomery College provides an excellent opportunity to teach in a large, urban community college setting. This position is part of a collective bargaining unit. Continue reading →

Advocacy, Legal, & Government Networking Night

Advocacy, Legal, & Government Networking Night

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm EDT
Colony Ballroom, Stamp Student Union

The UMD Advocacy, Legal, & Government Networking Night connects students with UMD alumni and employers working in the areas of law, law enforcement, social services, and federal & state government organizations throughout the DC Metro area. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to gain tips, learn about career options, and identify job and internship leads from UMD alumni and employers working in the fields of advocacy, legal, & government.

Fall 2024 Career & Internship Fair

Fair promotion.

Fall 2024 Career & Internship Fair

September 24 – 26, 2024 | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
STAMP Student Union

All UMD students are welcome to attend the 2024 Fall Career & Internship fair, an annual event showcasing local, regional, and national employers all seeking to hire Terps! This is our largest recruiting event of the semester.

  • Tuesday, September 24, 2024(STEM)
  • Wednesday, September 25, 2024 (STEM)
  • Thursday, September 26, 2024 (All Majors)

We are also offering free professional photos at the fair; check out the schedule below:

  • Tuesday, September 24, 2024 | 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.
  • Wednesday, September 25, 2024 | 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, September 26, 2024 | 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Professional photos will be held near the entrance to the Grand ballroom lounge in the Stamp Student Union.

Pre-registration is not required for the in-person fairs.

Assistant/Associate Professor | University of South Carolina

Assistant Professor or Associate Professor

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 or tenured position at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor to begin August 16, 2025. The candidate must demonstrate scholarly expertise in the area of gender-based violence.

A PhD in criminology, criminal justice, or a closely related discipline (e.g., sociology, political science, psychology) must be earned by the time of appointment. Applications from ABDs are also accepted.

The position encompasses three primary responsibilities: research, teaching, and service. The selected candidate will teach two courses each semester. Faculty members are expected to develop an active research agenda centered on gender-based violence. Prospective faculty members are also responsible for contributing to the growth and well-being of the Department, College, and University. This includes service to the professional community and engagement with the broader community.

How to Apply
All applicants must apply online at USCJobs at https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/172899. Applications must include: (1) a cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) research statement, (4) teaching statement, and (5) the names and email addresses of 3 references.

Review of applications begins September 15. The position will remain open until filled. Inquiries about this position may be directed to co-chairs of the search committee, Dr. John Burrow (BURROWJ@mailbox.sc.edu) or Dr. Kait Boyle (KB49@mailbox.sc.edu).

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Social Science Research Specialist | U.S. Secret Service

The United States Secret Service (USSS) National Threat Assessment Center (NTAC) is currently accepting applications for a Social Science Research Specialist (SSRS) position. NTAC is tasked with conducting research, training, consultation, and information sharing in the areas of behavioral threat assessment and the prevention of targeted violence.

The job position is posted on USAJOBS.com under the following announcement number, NTAC-WJ-12527868-24-DH, and is open until 9/6/2024.

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