SRCD U.S. Policy Fellowship Program
The SRCD Policy Fellowship immerses postdoctoral child development experts over one to two years in a U.S. federal agency, state agency, or congressional placement where they work full time on child and family policy. With over 30 years in operation, this program is a prestigious opportunity. Apply for the 2025-2026 cohort before January 6, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. ET.
Social Science Research Analyst
NIJ is seeking a Social Science Research Analyst (GS-13) to:
Applications are due by Monday, December 23, 2024.
Researchers at George Mason are working on a large experimental policy evaluation study. This opportunity is open to MA and PhD students. The team hopes to start the position in mid-January (pending paperwork) and conduct interviews and observations for two to three months. The position pays $36/hour. As the research evolves, there may be an opportunity for an extension of the position.
The selected individual(s) will work with Dr. David Weisburd at George Mason and Dr. Preeti Chauhan from the John Jay College of Criminal Justice, a Mason post-doctoral fellow, and research assistants on a project evaluating a novel place-based intervention in Maryland – the Safer Stronger Together (SST) Initiative. The SST Initiative is a unique multi-government sector (i.e., criminal justice, juvenile justice, and child welfare) approach to coordinating resources for young people and their families with multi-system involvement and high resource needs. The research team will be evaluating the impact of the intervention on social problems and crime at the street-segment level. The RA will assist with conducting on-site systematic physical observations in three Maryland cities, administering surveys to residents, interviewing staff from the three government agencies, and performing other tasks as needed.
Interested candidates should email Dr. Preeti Chauhan (pchauhan@jjay.cuny.edu) as soon as possible and preferably by December 18th, with a brief note of introduction describing their interest/qualifications and include a copy of their CV. Questions about the position or scope of work are welcome.
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Research to Improve the Quality and Diversity of the Teacher Pipeline
The University of Maryland School of Social Work (UMSSW) seeks a Postdoctoral Fellow for an Institute of Education Sciences (IES) grant-funded project. Scholars who have completed a Ph.D. in education or a related field and have strong quantitative methodological skills are invited to apply to work on cutting edge research and development to advance the understanding of the incentives, pathways, and obstacles for high school graduates entering the teaching workforce. This project is a research partnership with the Maryland Higher Education Commission and researchers at the University Maryland campuses in Baltimore, Baltimore County, and College Park. The research will inform policies to improve the quality and diversity of the teacher pipeline in Maryland. The anticipated start date of this appointment will be summer 2025.
Duties and Responsibilities:
This postdoctoral fellowship will be principally on site in the Baltimore region.
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
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 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:
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
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.
Position ID: Cornell–Cornell Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy–OPNKPROFCCHEQ [#27495, WDR-00044626]
The Cornell Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy at Cornell University invites applications for an Associate or Full Professor of Public Policy and Ithaca Director of the Cornell Center for Health Equity (CCHEq). We seek an established scholar with a record of excellence in health equity research and strong potential or a demonstrated ability to lead a multidisciplinary, collaborative research center. CCHEq bridges the Ithaca and Weill Cornell Medicine campuses with the vision to achieve health equity in local, national, and global communities through collaborative research, education, service, and advocacy. This tenured faculty position is part of a major initiative to hire world-class policy scholars at Cornell’s new Brooks School of Public Policy.
We welcome applicants with scholarly training and expertise in health equity. Qualifications include a Ph.D. in a social science field (e.g., Sociology, Political Science, Economics, Public Policy, or a related discipline). The successful candidate will have a record of excellence in research, experience with externally funded projects, and the ability to lead collaboratively and communicate effectively with diverse groups, including students, faculty, staff, and community partners.
To apply, please submit a curriculum vitae, letter of interest, names of three references and their contact information, and a description of experience with and/or approaches to (past, current, or future) fostering learning, research, service, and/or outreach in a diverse community—applicants may choose to submit a stand-alone statement or embed the information in other parts of their application materials.
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Department Information
Within this setting, the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology provides a comprehensive examination of justice, crime, and victimization. The program offers both an in-person and fully online Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Criminal Justice and Criminology that enrolls approximately 900 students across all campuses and a minor with 175 students. The department also houses an in-person and online Master of Science (MS) program in Criminal Justice and Criminology with concentrations in criminal justice/criminology and cybercrime. Further, we offer an Executive MS program in Criminal Justice for law enforcement professionals, which permits them to complete POST-certified coursework in flexible modules. Finally, the department offers an online Graduate Certificate in Cybercrime.
Job Summary
Reporting to the department chair, the assistant professor position requires teaching some combination of courses within our undergraduate and graduate degree programs, developing a sustainable and productive program of research, providing service to the department, college, and university, as well as engaging in student success and professional development initiatives. The position is an academic (10 month), tenure-track appointment. Continue reading