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University of Southern Indiana
Position: Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice
Post Date: 2/23/2023
Start Date: Fall 2023
Deadline: Review of applications begins March 17th
Full details and application process available here.
Description: The Assistant Professor will be expected to teach 12 credit hours per semester of policing and criminal justice courses at the undergraduate and graduate level, engage in scholarly activity, professional and university service activities, and advising.
Qualifications and Preferences: Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a closely related field, a JD is not sufficient. ABD considered at the rank of Instructor if doctoral degree is not conferred by hire date.
To Apply: Click “Apply for this job” near the top right of this page to complete an application and upload application materials to the attention of Dr. Laura Lutgen-Nieves, Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice Studies and Search Committee Chair. Application materials should include:
(1) letter of application addressing relevant experience in teaching policing and criminal justice related courses
(2) current curriculum vitae
(3) names and full contact information including e-mail addresses for three professional references
(4) unofficial transcripts
Official transcripts will be required at a later stage. Review of applications will begin March 17, 20
Full directions for internal and external applicants available here.
Position: Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice
Post Date: 2/23/2023
Start Date: Fall 2023
Deadline: Review of applications begins March 17th
Full details and application process available here.
Description: The Assistant Professor will be expected to teach 12 credit hours per semester of policing and criminal justice courses at the undergraduate and graduate level, engage in scholarly activity, professional and university service activities, and advising.
Qualifications and Preferences: Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a closely related field, a JD is not sufficient. ABD considered at the rank of Instructor if doctoral degree is not conferred by hire date.
To Apply: Click “Apply for this job” near the top right of this page to complete an application and upload application materials to the attention of Dr. Laura Lutgen-Nieves, Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice Studies and Search Committee Chair. Application materials should include:
(1) letter of application addressing relevant experience in teaching policing and criminal justice related courses
(2) current curriculum vitae
(3) names and full contact information including e-mail addresses for three professional references
(4) unofficial transcripts
Official transcripts will be required at a later stage. Review of applications will begin March 17, 20
Full directions for internal and external applicants available here.
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Position: Assistant Professor in Legal Studies
Post Date: 2/1/2023
Start Date: August 28th, 2023
Deadline: Review of applications begins immediately
Full details and application process available here.
Description:
Qualifications and Preferences:
Required Qualifications:
To Apply: All applicants should supply a Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, Contact information for three references, Unofficial Transcripts, Detailed Statement of Teaching Philosophy.
Follow these steps:
1. Select UW-Careers.
a. Internal applicants: select the internal applicant link. Registration for account not required.
b. External applicants: select the external applicant link and register for an account.
2. In the Search Jobs box enter the job number #23-56 Assistant Professor in Legal Studies, HBJD and hit Enter.
3. Click on the Position title.
4. Click on the Apply for Job button.
Full directions for internal and external applicants available here.
Position: Assistant Professor in Legal Studies
Post Date: 2/1/2023
Start Date: August 28th, 2023
Deadline: Review of applications begins immediately
Full details and application process available here.
Description:
- Instruction of 12 credits or their equivalent per semester in the legal studies/criminal justice curriculum, using a variety of modalities (on- campus, on-line, hybrid).
- Student advisement.
- Advisement to student organizations as needed by the program, such as Mock Trial and Pre-Law Society.
- Service to the University, including program, departmental and campus committee work
- Engagement in professional and public service
- Engagement in research, scholarly activity and continuing education
Qualifications and Preferences:
Required Qualifications:
- PhD in Legal Studies, Criminal Justice, Philosophy, Political Science, or a closely related discipline
- Higher education teaching experience.
- Experience teaching or learning in an online environment.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively work with people from different cultural backgrounds, including those associated with race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, socioeconomic status, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, and other aspects of human diversity.
- Professional practice experience in a justice setting such as courts, courtroom work, processes and/or research.
- Willingness to engage in community partnerships and demonstrated connections to potential law or criminal justice regional partners;
- Familiarity with and willingness to teach using traditional pre-law pedagogical methods including IRAC.
To Apply: All applicants should supply a Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, Contact information for three references, Unofficial Transcripts, Detailed Statement of Teaching Philosophy.
Follow these steps:
1. Select UW-Careers.
a. Internal applicants: select the internal applicant link. Registration for account not required.
b. External applicants: select the external applicant link and register for an account.
2. In the Search Jobs box enter the job number #23-56 Assistant Professor in Legal Studies, HBJD and hit Enter.
3. Click on the Position title.
4. Click on the Apply for Job button.
Full directions for internal and external applicants available here.
Crown University
Position: Assistant/Associate Professor of Criminal Justice and Legal Studies
Post Date: 1/16/2023
Start Date: July 1, 2023
Deadline: Review of applications begins immediately
Full details and application process available here.
Description:
Qualifications and Preferences:
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (in addition to the above minimum qualifications):
To Apply: Email cover letter and CV to facultyjobs@crown.edu
Position: Assistant/Associate Professor of Criminal Justice and Legal Studies
Post Date: 1/16/2023
Start Date: July 1, 2023
Deadline: Review of applications begins immediately
Full details and application process available here.
Description:
- Teach courses in criminal justice and legal studies according to graduate training and experience. Classes may include Introduction to Criminal Justice, Criminology, American Constitutional Law, and other criminal justice and legal studies courses. A normal teaching load is 24 credits each year.
- Advise students in the Criminal Justice and Legal Studies program.
- Stay abreast of scholarly developments in specific and relevant fields as well as current teaching methodologies, curriculum development, and assessment.
- Contribute to the field of criminal justice and/or the profession of college-level teaching.
- Engage in general faculty responsibilities that include: Participation in department and faculty meetings, care of students, Crown College committee assignments, and at least 10 hours of scheduled office hours per week to be available to students.
Qualifications and Preferences:
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Demonstrated experience and expertise teaching criminal justice and legal studies courses at the college level
- Strong interpersonal skills and positive energy regarding professional education
- Established ability to work effectively as a team member
- Demonstrate excellence in spoken, written and electronic communication skills
- Ability to integrate collegiate teaching and the Christian faith
- Experience evaluating students’ work and reporting results promptly
- Agreement and personal alignment with the Crown College Statement of Faith and Community Covenant
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s level degree in criminal justice, legal studies, or a related field
- Demonstrated teaching effectiveness
- Work experience in criminal justice or law
- Experience using computer technology in the teaching/learning process
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (in addition to the above minimum qualifications):
- A PhD in Criminal Justice or related field
- 5+ years of full-time teaching experience, especially in Christian higher education
- Familiarity and/or experience with standards and assessments
- Experience with advising
To Apply: Email cover letter and CV to facultyjobs@crown.edu
Saint Louis University
Position: Non-Tenure Track Instructor-Criminology & Criminal Justice
Post Date: 1/6/2023
Start Date: August 2023
Deadline: Review of applications begins immediately
Full details and application process available here.
Description: The Criminology & Criminal Justice (CCJ) program at Saint Louis University invites applications for a non-tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Clinical Professor . The position begins August 2023. The successful applicant will assist the CCJ program in teaching and student mentorship. This position will involve teaching in-person classes offered on the St. Louis campus. The salary is competitive.
Qualifications and Preferences: Applicants must have at least a master's degree in CCJ or closely related field. Applicants holding a PhD in CCJ or closely related field by August 2023 are encouraged to apply and may have both undergraduate and graduate-level teaching assignments. We especially welcome applications from scholars in underrepresented groups, including minority race and/or gender non-conforming people.
To Apply: Applications should include the following: (1) a cover letter that describes the candidates' interest in undergraduate education along with specific areas of teaching expertise; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) sample syllabi; and (4) a list of three references with their contact information. The university requires all applicants to complete a statement on the page "Application Questions 1 of 2" about their understanding of Jesuit identity and values. Lastly, SLU Workday applications must be completed in one sitting; you will not be able to revise it once it is submitted.
All other correspondence should be addressed to Joseph Schafer, Ph.D., Non-Tenure Track Search Committee Chair, at joseph.schafer@slu.edu. Formal review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Position: Non-Tenure Track Instructor-Criminology & Criminal Justice
Post Date: 1/6/2023
Start Date: August 2023
Deadline: Review of applications begins immediately
Full details and application process available here.
Description: The Criminology & Criminal Justice (CCJ) program at Saint Louis University invites applications for a non-tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Clinical Professor . The position begins August 2023. The successful applicant will assist the CCJ program in teaching and student mentorship. This position will involve teaching in-person classes offered on the St. Louis campus. The salary is competitive.
Qualifications and Preferences: Applicants must have at least a master's degree in CCJ or closely related field. Applicants holding a PhD in CCJ or closely related field by August 2023 are encouraged to apply and may have both undergraduate and graduate-level teaching assignments. We especially welcome applications from scholars in underrepresented groups, including minority race and/or gender non-conforming people.
To Apply: Applications should include the following: (1) a cover letter that describes the candidates' interest in undergraduate education along with specific areas of teaching expertise; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) sample syllabi; and (4) a list of three references with their contact information. The university requires all applicants to complete a statement on the page "Application Questions 1 of 2" about their understanding of Jesuit identity and values. Lastly, SLU Workday applications must be completed in one sitting; you will not be able to revise it once it is submitted.
All other correspondence should be addressed to Joseph Schafer, Ph.D., Non-Tenure Track Search Committee Chair, at joseph.schafer@slu.edu. Formal review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Aurora University
Position: Criminal Justice Assistant or Associate Professor (Clinical or Tenure Track) (2nd Position)
Post Date: 12/19/2022
Start Date: Fall 2023
Deadline: January 1, 2023
Full details and application process available here.
Description: Aurora University seeks a full-time, tenure- or clinical-track assistant or associate professor, to teach in the Criminal Justice department. The faculty member will also contribute to curriculum development in Criminal Justice and will have the opportunity to assume administrative and leadership responsibilities. The faculty member will be passionate about teaching and learning and will help realize the vision of the university and the department. Essential job functions include:
Qualifications and Preferences:
To Apply: Please submit application materials as follows:
Hardcopy submissions:
Faculty Search, Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs
Aurora University
347 S. Gladstone Ave.
Aurora, IL 60506
Electronic submissions:
facultysearch@aurora.edu
Position: Criminal Justice Assistant or Associate Professor (Clinical or Tenure Track) (2nd Position)
Post Date: 12/19/2022
Start Date: Fall 2023
Deadline: January 1, 2023
Full details and application process available here.
Description: Aurora University seeks a full-time, tenure- or clinical-track assistant or associate professor, to teach in the Criminal Justice department. The faculty member will also contribute to curriculum development in Criminal Justice and will have the opportunity to assume administrative and leadership responsibilities. The faculty member will be passionate about teaching and learning and will help realize the vision of the university and the department. Essential job functions include:
- Teach across the undergraduate and graduate curriculum in Criminal Justice and in the university’s general education curriculum.
- Actively contribute to program and curriculum development in the department.
- Mentor students outside the classroom and assist with their career preparation.
- Provide service to the department and the university through committee work and participation in campus events.
- Provide service to one’s professional community at the local, regional, national, or international level.
- Engage in activities such as scholarship or research or that practice the faculty member’s professional expertise; Aurora University places particular value on those activities that inform the faculty member’s teaching.
- Contribute to recruitment and retention efforts of the university.
Qualifications and Preferences:
- Master’s degree in Criminal Justice/Criminology or related field; PhD preferred.
- Experience teaching at the university level or evidence of a strong potential for teaching; candidates with administrative experience preferred.
- Those skills required to carry out teaching and professional engagement in Criminal Justice.
To Apply: Please submit application materials as follows:
Hardcopy submissions:
Faculty Search, Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs
Aurora University
347 S. Gladstone Ave.
Aurora, IL 60506
Electronic submissions:
facultysearch@aurora.edu
Loyola University Chicago
Position: Lecturer: International Criminal Justice, Terrorism, and Political Violence
Post Date: 12/9/2022
Start Date: August 2023
Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled
Full details and application process available here.
Description: The Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology, College of Arts and Sciences, Loyola University Chicago (LUC) invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track position at the rank of Lecturer, with a specialization in international criminal justice, terrorism, and political violence, beginning August 14, 2023. Successful applicants will have the ability to teach courses on a variety of criminal justice and criminology topics at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including International Criminal Justice; Terrorism; Criminal Justice in a Global Context; and special topics courses. The standard teaching load for lecturers is four courses per semester.
Qualifications and Preferences: The candidate will have a Ph.D. in Criminology/Criminal Justice or a closely related field at the time of appointment. Candidates for the position must clearly demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and have a record of student mentorship. Experience working or conducting research in the specialty area of gender, race, or immigration is desirable. The candidate should be willing to support the mission of LUC and the goals of a Jesuit Catholic Education. Prospective candidates will help further the institutional goals of promoting equity, diversity, and inclusivity within the department, college, and university.
To Apply: Candidates should submit to www.careers.luc.edu (1) a current Curriculum Vitae; (2) a statement on teaching experience; and (3) a statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to mentoring a diverse student body through research, teaching and other channels and engaging a diverse community through scholarship and service. Applicants should also arrange for three recommendations from individuals prepared to speak to their professional qualifications for this position, especially in terms of scholarship and mentorship, to be submitted electronically to the above website (letter writers will receive an electronic prompt from LUC). Candidates may forward additional materials related to teaching excellence and samples of scholarly publications to:
Michael Vecchio, Ph.D.,
Search Committee Chair Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology Loyola University Chicago
1032 W. Sheridan Road
Chicago, Illinois 60660
Position: Lecturer: International Criminal Justice, Terrorism, and Political Violence
Post Date: 12/9/2022
Start Date: August 2023
Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled
Full details and application process available here.
Description: The Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology, College of Arts and Sciences, Loyola University Chicago (LUC) invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track position at the rank of Lecturer, with a specialization in international criminal justice, terrorism, and political violence, beginning August 14, 2023. Successful applicants will have the ability to teach courses on a variety of criminal justice and criminology topics at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including International Criminal Justice; Terrorism; Criminal Justice in a Global Context; and special topics courses. The standard teaching load for lecturers is four courses per semester.
Qualifications and Preferences: The candidate will have a Ph.D. in Criminology/Criminal Justice or a closely related field at the time of appointment. Candidates for the position must clearly demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and have a record of student mentorship. Experience working or conducting research in the specialty area of gender, race, or immigration is desirable. The candidate should be willing to support the mission of LUC and the goals of a Jesuit Catholic Education. Prospective candidates will help further the institutional goals of promoting equity, diversity, and inclusivity within the department, college, and university.
To Apply: Candidates should submit to www.careers.luc.edu (1) a current Curriculum Vitae; (2) a statement on teaching experience; and (3) a statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to mentoring a diverse student body through research, teaching and other channels and engaging a diverse community through scholarship and service. Applicants should also arrange for three recommendations from individuals prepared to speak to their professional qualifications for this position, especially in terms of scholarship and mentorship, to be submitted electronically to the above website (letter writers will receive an electronic prompt from LUC). Candidates may forward additional materials related to teaching excellence and samples of scholarly publications to:
Michael Vecchio, Ph.D.,
Search Committee Chair Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology Loyola University Chicago
1032 W. Sheridan Road
Chicago, Illinois 60660
Iowa State University
Position: Assistant Teaching Professor of Sociology & Criminal Justice
Post Date: 11/2/2022
Start Date: Fall 2023
Deadline: 1/31/2023
Full details and application process available here.
Description: The Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Iowa State University seeks a part-time Assistant Teaching Professor to teach undergraduate Criminal Justice courses. Courses assigned will include a combination of face-to-face instruction and online sections. A successful candidate would be expected to teach courses including Deviant and Criminal Behavior, Police and Society, and others to be determined by department/program needs.
Qualifications and Preferences: Required Minimum Qualifications include Master’s degree in Criminology/Criminal Justice, Sociology, or related field. College/University teaching experience or other teaching/instruction experience related to field.
Preferred Qualifications include PhD in Criminology/Criminal Justice, Sociology, or related field. Demonstrated teaching excellence in higher education.
To Apply: View complete details and application instructions for posting R10087 at Careers (myworkdayjobs.com). Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
3) Contact Information for Three References
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
Position: Assistant Teaching Professor of Sociology & Criminal Justice
Post Date: 11/2/2022
Start Date: Fall 2023
Deadline: 1/31/2023
Full details and application process available here.
Description: The Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Iowa State University seeks a part-time Assistant Teaching Professor to teach undergraduate Criminal Justice courses. Courses assigned will include a combination of face-to-face instruction and online sections. A successful candidate would be expected to teach courses including Deviant and Criminal Behavior, Police and Society, and others to be determined by department/program needs.
Qualifications and Preferences: Required Minimum Qualifications include Master’s degree in Criminology/Criminal Justice, Sociology, or related field. College/University teaching experience or other teaching/instruction experience related to field.
Preferred Qualifications include PhD in Criminology/Criminal Justice, Sociology, or related field. Demonstrated teaching excellence in higher education.
To Apply: View complete details and application instructions for posting R10087 at Careers (myworkdayjobs.com). Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
3) Contact Information for Three References
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Position: Teaching Faculty I (Senior Lecturer)
Post Date: 11/2/2022
Start Date: Fall 2023
Deadline: December 1, 2022
Full details and application process available here.
Description: The Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology in the Helen Bader School of Social Welfare at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee invites applications for a 9-month Teaching Faculty I position starting in Fall 2023. This is a fixed-term, renewable teaching academic staff appointment. The person in this position performs independently under the general supervision of the Chair of the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology.
Major Responsibilities:
Qualifications and Preferences:
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
To Apply: Applications must be submitted online. A completed application will include a cover letter addressing all required and preferred qualifications, CV or resume, and contact information for three professional references. The Department particularly welcomes applicants who can contribute to a diverse and inclusive environment through their teaching, mentoring, and professional service.
Questions about this search may be referred to Stan Stojkovic, PhD, Search and Screen Committee Chair at stojkovi@uwm.edu.
Position: Teaching Faculty I (Senior Lecturer)
Post Date: 11/2/2022
Start Date: Fall 2023
Deadline: December 1, 2022
Full details and application process available here.
Description: The Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology in the Helen Bader School of Social Welfare at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee invites applications for a 9-month Teaching Faculty I position starting in Fall 2023. This is a fixed-term, renewable teaching academic staff appointment. The person in this position performs independently under the general supervision of the Chair of the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology.
Major Responsibilities:
- Teach four courses per semester during the Fall and Spring semesters of the academic year, performing all relevant tasks under the general supervision of the Criminal Justice and Criminology Department Chair
- Supports the general curriculum by teaching required courses and special topics courses. The specific courses for each semester will be determined by the Chair of the Department.
- Interact with students in the capacity of course instructor
Qualifications and Preferences:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in criminal justice, criminology, or related area from an accredited university. JD degree is not sufficient for this position.
- Ability to teach on a variety of criminal justice topics, such as introduction to criminal justice, research methods, and an undergraduate capstone course to meet department needs.
- Meets at least one of the following three criteria:
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience teaching criminal justice, criminology, and/or closely related college-level courses
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience working in the criminal justice system or with populations relevant to the criminal justice system
- Holds a PhD (or is ABD) in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a closely related field
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience teaching criminal justice courses, with evidence of college-level teaching effectiveness
- Prior experience or evidence of ability to teach online courses
- Prior experience or evidence of ability to teach graduate courses
- PhD or ABD in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or related field.
To Apply: Applications must be submitted online. A completed application will include a cover letter addressing all required and preferred qualifications, CV or resume, and contact information for three professional references. The Department particularly welcomes applicants who can contribute to a diverse and inclusive environment through their teaching, mentoring, and professional service.
Questions about this search may be referred to Stan Stojkovic, PhD, Search and Screen Committee Chair at stojkovi@uwm.edu.
Loyola University Chicago
Position: Department Chairperson at the rank of Associate Professor/Professor
Post Date: 11/2/2022
Start Date: July 1, 2023
Deadline: Review of Applications Begins Immediately
Full details and application process available here.
Description: The Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology in the College of Arts and Sciences at Loyola University Chicago (LUC) invites applications for the position of Department Chair at the rank of Professor or Associate Professor. The Department Chair position is a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track position, with a course load of one course per semester (two courses per academic year). The Department Chair serves in a position of strategic importance at Loyola, is accountable to the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, and is responsible for the effective and efficient administration of the department. The Department Chair’s responsibilities include: communicating and implementing college and university policies to the department and advocating for departmental needs to the college and university; recruiting, retaining, supervising, evaluating, and leading faculty and staff; making budgetary decisions and resource allocations; building and staffing the undergraduate and graduate schedule of classes; and ensuring that excellence is achieved in all areas of the department.
Qualifications and Preferences: We seek an individual with demonstrated evidence of academic administrative experience. The candidate will have a Ph.D. in Criminology/Criminal Justice or a closely related field. While specialization is open, ideal candidates will have knowledge of different fields within the department. Candidates for the position must clearly demonstrate the potential for excellence in research and teaching and have a record of distinguished scholarship, grant-funded research, and student mentorship. The candidate should be willing to support the mission of LUC and the goals of a Jesuit Catholic Education.
To Apply: Candidates should submit to www.careers.luc.edu (1) a brief letter of interest; (2) a current Curriculum Vitae; (3) a statement outlining the applicant’s research agenda; (4) a statement on teaching experience; and (5) a statement addressing past administrative experience and potential contributions to mentoring a diverse student body through research, teaching, and service.
Applicants should also arrange for three recommendations from individuals prepared to speak to their professional qualifications for this position, especially in terms of leadership, scholarship, teaching and mentorship to be submitted electronically to the above website (letter writers will receive an electronic prompt from LUC). Candidates may forward additional materials related to teaching excellence and samples of scholarly publications to:
Don Stemen, Ph.D.,
Search Committee Chair Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology Loyola University Chicago
1032 W. Sheridan Road Chicago, Illinois 60660
Position: Department Chairperson at the rank of Associate Professor/Professor
Post Date: 11/2/2022
Start Date: July 1, 2023
Deadline: Review of Applications Begins Immediately
Full details and application process available here.
Description: The Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology in the College of Arts and Sciences at Loyola University Chicago (LUC) invites applications for the position of Department Chair at the rank of Professor or Associate Professor. The Department Chair position is a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track position, with a course load of one course per semester (two courses per academic year). The Department Chair serves in a position of strategic importance at Loyola, is accountable to the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, and is responsible for the effective and efficient administration of the department. The Department Chair’s responsibilities include: communicating and implementing college and university policies to the department and advocating for departmental needs to the college and university; recruiting, retaining, supervising, evaluating, and leading faculty and staff; making budgetary decisions and resource allocations; building and staffing the undergraduate and graduate schedule of classes; and ensuring that excellence is achieved in all areas of the department.
Qualifications and Preferences: We seek an individual with demonstrated evidence of academic administrative experience. The candidate will have a Ph.D. in Criminology/Criminal Justice or a closely related field. While specialization is open, ideal candidates will have knowledge of different fields within the department. Candidates for the position must clearly demonstrate the potential for excellence in research and teaching and have a record of distinguished scholarship, grant-funded research, and student mentorship. The candidate should be willing to support the mission of LUC and the goals of a Jesuit Catholic Education.
To Apply: Candidates should submit to www.careers.luc.edu (1) a brief letter of interest; (2) a current Curriculum Vitae; (3) a statement outlining the applicant’s research agenda; (4) a statement on teaching experience; and (5) a statement addressing past administrative experience and potential contributions to mentoring a diverse student body through research, teaching, and service.
Applicants should also arrange for three recommendations from individuals prepared to speak to their professional qualifications for this position, especially in terms of leadership, scholarship, teaching and mentorship to be submitted electronically to the above website (letter writers will receive an electronic prompt from LUC). Candidates may forward additional materials related to teaching excellence and samples of scholarly publications to:
Don Stemen, Ph.D.,
Search Committee Chair Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology Loyola University Chicago
1032 W. Sheridan Road Chicago, Illinois 60660
University of Wisconsin River Falls
Position: Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, Tenure-Track
Post Date: 11/2/2022
Start Date: August 2023
Deadline: Review of Applications Begins Immediately
Full details and application process available here.
Description: University of Wisconsin-River Falls Department of Sociology, Criminology, and Anthropology invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Criminology position beginning August 2023. The primary responsibilities include introductory and advanced criminology courses, with an emphasis on courses related to policing/law enforcement.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Qualifications and Preferences:
To Apply: Full details and application process available here: https://jobs.uwrf.edu/postings/8491 .
Position: Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, Tenure-Track
Post Date: 11/2/2022
Start Date: August 2023
Deadline: Review of Applications Begins Immediately
Full details and application process available here.
Description: University of Wisconsin-River Falls Department of Sociology, Criminology, and Anthropology invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Criminology position beginning August 2023. The primary responsibilities include introductory and advanced criminology courses, with an emphasis on courses related to policing/law enforcement.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teaching load is 12 credits per semester.
- Primary course responsibilities include introductory and advanced criminology courses, with an emphasis on courses related policing/law enforcement.
- Teach courses that compliment and extend departmental offerings based on educational background, interests, and departmental needs, including statistics and research methods.
- New curricular initiatives may include development of undergraduate courses and on-line courses as appropriate.
- Serve as academic advisor to undergraduate students within the department.
- Participate in faculty governance and service activities at the departmental, college and university levels.
- Engage in scholarly activity. Such activities are broadly defined and may address the scholarship of research within the field of expertise, the scholarship of teaching, or similar activities.
Qualifications and Preferences:
- PhD in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or in Sociology with a specialization in Criminology/ Criminal Justice is required by June of 2024. ABD candidates with Master’s degree are encouraged to apply.
- Strong interest in and ability to teach introductory and advanced undergraduate courses in criminology and criminal justice, with an emphasis on courses related to policing/law enforcement.
- Ability to teach statistics and research methods courses.
- Strong, effective oral and written communication skills.
- Potential for or demonstrated expertise in university teaching.
- Potential for or demonstrated research, scholarly, and/or creative activity.
- Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to diverse student populations and ability to contribute to the University’s commitment to enhancing student awareness and appreciation of diverse cultures, backgrounds, and identities.
To Apply: Full details and application process available here: https://jobs.uwrf.edu/postings/8491 .
Ashland University
Position: Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, Tenure-Track
Post Date: 11/2/2022
Start Date: Fall 2023
Deadline: Review of Applications Begins Immediately
Full details and application process available here.
Description: The Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, Tenure-Track will demonstrate excellence in in-person teaching and a strong commitment to undergraduate education. The faculty member will teach residential (seated) courses in Criminal Justice, which may include Introduction to Criminal Justice, Courts and Justice, Ethics in Criminal Justice, The Constitution and Criminal Procedure Research Methods in Criminal Justice, and other courses as needed, dependent on the areas of expertise of the faculty member and needs of the department. This nine-month faculty appointment carries a 24 credit hours/year load, some of which may be online per the determination of the Program Director, Department Chair, and Dean. The faculty member will have an active research agenda and will be active in engaging with undergraduate students in research or other professional development activities outside of the classroom.
ESSENTIAL POSITION DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifications and Preferences:
Required Qualifications: The successful candidate must either a) have a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice or a closely-related discipline (or be ABD with the understanding that the Ph.D. will be completed within the first year of employment), or b) have a Master's degree in Criminal Justice or a closely-related field and have significant professional experience in the criminal justice field.
Additionally, the preferred candidate will have:
To Apply: Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, teaching statement, research statement, and contact information for three references to https://jobs.ashland.edu/postings/3327 .
Questions about this posting may be directed to Dr. Diane Bonfiglio, Department Chair at dbonfigl@ashland.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Position: Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, Tenure-Track
Post Date: 11/2/2022
Start Date: Fall 2023
Deadline: Review of Applications Begins Immediately
Full details and application process available here.
Description: The Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, Tenure-Track will demonstrate excellence in in-person teaching and a strong commitment to undergraduate education. The faculty member will teach residential (seated) courses in Criminal Justice, which may include Introduction to Criminal Justice, Courts and Justice, Ethics in Criminal Justice, The Constitution and Criminal Procedure Research Methods in Criminal Justice, and other courses as needed, dependent on the areas of expertise of the faculty member and needs of the department. This nine-month faculty appointment carries a 24 credit hours/year load, some of which may be online per the determination of the Program Director, Department Chair, and Dean. The faculty member will have an active research agenda and will be active in engaging with undergraduate students in research or other professional development activities outside of the classroom.
ESSENTIAL POSITION DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS:
- Teach courses in Criminal Justice and Homeland Security as assigned
- Work with students to secure and complete Field Experience
- Serve as the academic advisor to students in the department
- Engage with undergraduates in professional development activities outside of the classroom
- Provide service to the department, college and institution
Qualifications and Preferences:
Required Qualifications: The successful candidate must either a) have a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice or a closely-related discipline (or be ABD with the understanding that the Ph.D. will be completed within the first year of employment), or b) have a Master's degree in Criminal Justice or a closely-related field and have significant professional experience in the criminal justice field.
Additionally, the preferred candidate will have:
- A demonstrated commitment to serving students
- Significant experience in residential teaching and familiarity with online teaching
- Experience addressing and resolving student concerns
- Ability to advise students pursuing careers in law enforcement and related professional areas
- Evidence of an active research agenda
- A plan for starting or continuing outside-of-the-classroom research or other professional development activities that can involve students
To Apply: Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, teaching statement, research statement, and contact information for three references to https://jobs.ashland.edu/postings/3327 .
Questions about this posting may be directed to Dr. Diane Bonfiglio, Department Chair at dbonfigl@ashland.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
National Louis University
Position: Director and (Open Rank) Professor of Criminal Justice and Criminology
Post Date: 11/2/2022
Start Date: Fall 2023
Deadline: Open until filled
Full details and application process available here.
Description: Justice and Criminology is a twelve-month, full-time Professional Practice track (non-tenure-track) administrative
faculty position within the Undergraduate College (UGC) at National Louis University (NLU). NLU has recently reenvisioned
its undergraduate criminal justice program with the goal of preparing future professionals to be agents of change through a curriculum that embraces the historical, social, and political contexts of criminal justice and implications for communities and society, and that positions students for career placement and advancement in the current and future labor market. The Director will provide academic and administrative leadership for the program, including the refinement and implementation of the new vision at the program level, course level, and instructional level, along with course development, assessment of student learning, adjunct faculty recruitment and hiring, program budgeting, student recruitment, marketing, and co-curricular programming. The Criminal Justice and Criminology Director will report to the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Professional Studies, working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to refine and execute on the new vision. The position will be based in Chicago, and applicants must be willing to teach at other Chicago metropolitan area campuses as needed.
Qualifications and Preferences:
Minimum of six years of full-time professional experience in criminal justice or adjacent fields,
including:
Required: Master’s degree in Criminal Justice or Criminology. Related fields will be considered, such as Social Work, Law, Psychology, Political Science, and Sociology.
Preferred: Earned PhD or a terminal degree in Criminal Justice or a related field.
To Apply: Apply here. Please Include:
Position: Director and (Open Rank) Professor of Criminal Justice and Criminology
Post Date: 11/2/2022
Start Date: Fall 2023
Deadline: Open until filled
Full details and application process available here.
Description: Justice and Criminology is a twelve-month, full-time Professional Practice track (non-tenure-track) administrative
faculty position within the Undergraduate College (UGC) at National Louis University (NLU). NLU has recently reenvisioned
its undergraduate criminal justice program with the goal of preparing future professionals to be agents of change through a curriculum that embraces the historical, social, and political contexts of criminal justice and implications for communities and society, and that positions students for career placement and advancement in the current and future labor market. The Director will provide academic and administrative leadership for the program, including the refinement and implementation of the new vision at the program level, course level, and instructional level, along with course development, assessment of student learning, adjunct faculty recruitment and hiring, program budgeting, student recruitment, marketing, and co-curricular programming. The Criminal Justice and Criminology Director will report to the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Professional Studies, working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to refine and execute on the new vision. The position will be based in Chicago, and applicants must be willing to teach at other Chicago metropolitan area campuses as needed.
Qualifications and Preferences:
Minimum of six years of full-time professional experience in criminal justice or adjacent fields,
including:
- Preferred: At least three years of professional work experience as a practitioner.
- Preferred: At least three years of teaching experience in a college or university setting.
- Preferred: At least three years of administrative experience and/or leadership in a college or university setting.
Required: Master’s degree in Criminal Justice or Criminology. Related fields will be considered, such as Social Work, Law, Psychology, Political Science, and Sociology.
Preferred: Earned PhD or a terminal degree in Criminal Justice or a related field.
To Apply: Apply here. Please Include:
- Required Attachments:
- Cover Letter
- CV or Resume
- Transcripts (unofficial)
- Optional Attachments:
- Letters of Recommendation
- Sample Syllabus
- Additional Licenses/Certifications
- Course Evaluations
Aurora University
Position: Criminal Justice Assistant or Associate Professor (Clinical or Tenure Track)/Department Chairperson
Post Date: 10/125/2022
Start Date: Fall 2023
Deadline: January 1, 2023
Full details and application process available here.
Description: The successful candidate will serve as both a faculty member and the department chairperson. Faculty responsibilities include effectively teaching Criminal Justice courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The faculty member must be involved with students outside of classes by mentoring them on future educational and career plans. The faculty member will be expected to be involved in the university with curriculum development; program assessments; and engagement in institutional service, scholarship, and education initiatives. Department chair responsibilities include leading the faculty and students through departmental initiatives; managing financial and human capital resources; reviewing and refining curriculum; collaborating with full-time and part-time faculty to support ongoing development as educators; and recruiting and supporting students by providing mentorship and career consultation. Note that department chairs receive a reduced teaching load.
Qualifications and Preferences: A PhD degree in Criminal Justice/Criminology is preferred. A Master's degree in Criminal Justice or a related discipline is required. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate effective teaching methods and a strong commitment to student success. Candidates with administrative experience (in higher education or other settings) are particularly encouraged to apply.
To Apply: Applications must include a letter of intent including description of education, certifications held, and all relevant experience, current curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references including phone numbers (candidates will be notified prior to references being contacted). Electronic applications welcomed. Please submit application materials as follows:
Hardcopy submissions:
Faculty Search, Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs
Aurora University
347 S. Gladstone Ave.
Aurora, IL 60506
Electronic submissions:
facultysearch@aurora.edu
Position: Criminal Justice Assistant or Associate Professor (Clinical or Tenure Track)/Department Chairperson
Post Date: 10/125/2022
Start Date: Fall 2023
Deadline: January 1, 2023
Full details and application process available here.
Description: The successful candidate will serve as both a faculty member and the department chairperson. Faculty responsibilities include effectively teaching Criminal Justice courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The faculty member must be involved with students outside of classes by mentoring them on future educational and career plans. The faculty member will be expected to be involved in the university with curriculum development; program assessments; and engagement in institutional service, scholarship, and education initiatives. Department chair responsibilities include leading the faculty and students through departmental initiatives; managing financial and human capital resources; reviewing and refining curriculum; collaborating with full-time and part-time faculty to support ongoing development as educators; and recruiting and supporting students by providing mentorship and career consultation. Note that department chairs receive a reduced teaching load.
Qualifications and Preferences: A PhD degree in Criminal Justice/Criminology is preferred. A Master's degree in Criminal Justice or a related discipline is required. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate effective teaching methods and a strong commitment to student success. Candidates with administrative experience (in higher education or other settings) are particularly encouraged to apply.
To Apply: Applications must include a letter of intent including description of education, certifications held, and all relevant experience, current curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references including phone numbers (candidates will be notified prior to references being contacted). Electronic applications welcomed. Please submit application materials as follows:
Hardcopy submissions:
Faculty Search, Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs
Aurora University
347 S. Gladstone Ave.
Aurora, IL 60506
Electronic submissions:
facultysearch@aurora.edu
University of Central Florida
Position: Professor and Chair, Department of Criminal Justice
Post Date: 10/12/2022
Start Date: Summer (preferred) 2023
Deadline: Review of Applications begins immediately
Full details and application process available here.
Description: The College of Community Innovation and Education (CCIE) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) seeks a dynamic and innovative leader to serve as professor and chair of the Department of Criminal Justice (CJ). We are committed to excellence and innovation on a large scale that leads to positive impacts. With this commitment in mind, we are looking for an experienced candidate to provide academic and administrative leadership (i.e., management of human resources, budget, academic programming, and fundraising), facilitate programs of individual and collaborative research, support and mentor faculty to seek and obtain external funding and secure promotion, as well as promote an inclusive, collegial, and collaborative environment.
Specific duties will include the following:
- Provide academic leadership in developing and defining the department's strategic plan. Lead the faculty, staff, and students in fulfilling the goals of the department.
- Create an environment within the department that encourages quality scholarship and community- based partnerships that positively impact students, faculty, and the community.
- Collaborate with other administrators within CCIE to support CCIE and UCF goals and initiatives. Advocate for CJ priorities among CCIE and university administrators.
- Support faculty and students as they contribute to local, regional, national, and international conversations regarding criminal justice.
- Lead and manage the development of departmental missions in teaching, research, and service.
- Build and maintain an inclusive, collegial, and collaborative organizational culture within the department.
- Coordinate the execution of the department's educational programs with faculty through equitable assignments of duties to teaching, research, and service.
- Lead and review all faculty and staff recruitment activities from the perspective of the best interests of CJ.
- Coordinate budget allocation and planning with the CCIE offices. Conduct annual evaluations of faculty and staff, as appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications:
- A Ph.D. in Criminal Justice or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution and be eligible for appointment as a tenured professor.
- An outstanding record of successful teaching, service, scholarship, and funded grant achievements at a comparable or peer institution commensurate with a tenured professor in the Department of Criminal Justice.
- Ability to effectively articulate and further the vision of the department.
- Demonstrated commitment to high quality teaching and learning across modalities, including, but not limited to, online and multimodal instruction.
- A record of exceptional leadership or administration at the program, department/school level or higher. A record of supporting faculty and students from diverse backgrounds.
- Demonstrated skills related to organization, planning, budgeting,
Preferred Qualifications and Specialization Details:
- A distinguished record of scholarship, academic, and programmatic leadership.
- Experience mentoring doctoral students and the administration of advanced graduate programs. Commitment to community-based interdisciplinary research.
- Ability to develop and maintain productive collaborative relationships with university administrators, faculty, staff, students, professional societies/organizations, and alumni.
- Innovative and creative experience working with educational partners across institutional levels. Experience organizing and working with program partners and/or advisory boards.
- Demonstrated experience developing and implementing a robust academic schedule across both graduate and undergraduate programs.
- Experience in fundraising to secure external funding to support academic program performance and growth.
- Experience using predictive analytics to inform program planning.
To Apply: UCF requires all applications and supporting documents be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website. In addition to the online application, interested candidates should upload a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, and a list with contact information for three (3) professional references.
Apply at: ucf.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Orlando-FL-Main-Campus/Professor-and-Chair--Department-of-Criminal-Justice_R102151
NOTE: Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be attached at that time. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later.
Questions regarding this search may be directed to: Dr. Glenn Lambie, Search Committee Chair at glenn.lambie@ucf.edu.
University of Central Florida
Position: Instructor/Lecturer (3 positions)
Post Date: 9/11/2022
Start Date: Spring 2023
Deadline: Review of Applications begins immediately
Full details and application process available here.
Description: The Department of Criminal Justice at the University of Central Florida (UCF) invites applications for a 9-month, non-tenure earning, instructor or lecturer position, anticipated to begin Spring 2023. For more information about the Department of Criminal Justice and its programs, visit https://ccie.ucf.edu/criminaljustice.
The selected candidate will contribute to the Department of Criminal Justice mission by teaching graduate and/or undergraduate courses, contributing to department initiatives, serving the department, discipline, community, and/or university, and helping to build programs through advising, mentoring, and community engagement. The teaching load is four courses per semester. The position is located at the UCF Main Campus.
Minimum Qualifications: By time of appointment, the selected candidate must hold a master's (for an instructor) or Ph.D. (for a lecturer) in Criminal Justice or Criminology or a related field from an accredited institution. Candidates who are ABD will be considered for the rank of lecturer. A Juris Doctor is not considered an appropriate degree for this position.
The selected candidate must also have a record of effective teaching in face-to-face and/or web-based formats.
Preferred Qualifications and Specialization Details: Experience in successfully teaching upper-division undergraduate courses in Criminal Justice. Experience in successfully teaching graduate courses in Criminal Justice. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a diverse range of students. A strong command of public speaking and experience teaching large classes and utilizing various modalities.
Position #1: Candidates with the ability to teach cybercrime or crime mapping and crime analysis courses at the graduate and/or undergraduate levels. Please review the full job posting here:
https://ucf.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Instructor-or-Lecturer--Criminal-Justice_R101369
Position #2: Candidates with the ability to teach security management or policy analysis courses at the graduate and/or undergraduate levels. Please review the full job posting here:
https://ucf.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Instructor-or-Lecturer--Criminal-Justice_R101375
Position #3: Candidates with the ability to teach multiple courses within the graduate and/or undergraduate criminal justice core requirements. Please review the full job posting here:
https://ucf.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Instructor-or-Lecturer--Criminal-Justice_R101460
To Apply: UCF requires all applications and supporting documents be submitted electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities website, https://www.ucf.edu/jobs/. In addition to the online application, interested candidates should upload a cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, and a list with contact information for three (3) professional references.
NOTE: Please have all documents ready when applying so they can be attached at that time. Once the online submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later.
The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials.
Questions regarding this search may be directed to: Matthew Matusiak, Associate Professor at matthew.matusiak@ucf.edu.
Indiana University Southeast
Position: Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track)
Post Date: 6/13/2022
Deadline: Review of Applications begins September 15th, 2022
Full details and application process available here.
Description: Indiana University Southeast (IUS) Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning August 2023. The Criminology and Criminal Justice Program is seeking someone strongly aligned with our program’s mission and goals emphasizing critical criminology and social justice. The area of specialization for this position is law enforcement and candidates must be able to teach introduction to policing, police-community relations, criminal justice ethics, and criminal justice management. Candidate should also be capable of teaching departmental core classes on a rotation. Core classes include Introduction to Criminal Justice, Theories of Crime and Deviance, Research Methods, and our capstone Senior Seminar.
Tenure-track faculty who maintain an active research agenda teach a 3/3 course load. Faculty are expected to engage in service-related activities at the departmental, school, college, professional, and community levels; and actively engage in scholarly or creative activities.
Qualifications: The successful candidate will have earned a Ph.D. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or closely related field. Applicants who are ABD and close to completion of their degree will be considered. Candidates with only a J.D. will not be considered. Preference will be given to individuals with teaching experience. Our program offers both traditional face-to-face and on-line classes; candidate must demonstrate the ability, and possess the Higher Learning Commission qualifications, to teach on-line.
To Apply: Please submit a (1) cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) a statement of teaching philosophy, (4) a diversity statement, and (5) three letters of reference. Review of applications will begin September 15th and continue until the position is filled. Please direct any questions about this position to the search committee chair:
Dr. Bernadette Jessie
Indiana University Southeast
4201 Grant Line Road
New Albany, IN 47150
bfolson@ius.edu
Position: Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track)
Post Date: 6/13/2022
Deadline: Review of Applications begins September 15th, 2022
Full details and application process available here.
Description: Indiana University Southeast (IUS) Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning August 2023. The Criminology and Criminal Justice Program is seeking someone strongly aligned with our program’s mission and goals emphasizing critical criminology and social justice. The area of specialization for this position is law enforcement and candidates must be able to teach introduction to policing, police-community relations, criminal justice ethics, and criminal justice management. Candidate should also be capable of teaching departmental core classes on a rotation. Core classes include Introduction to Criminal Justice, Theories of Crime and Deviance, Research Methods, and our capstone Senior Seminar.
Tenure-track faculty who maintain an active research agenda teach a 3/3 course load. Faculty are expected to engage in service-related activities at the departmental, school, college, professional, and community levels; and actively engage in scholarly or creative activities.
Qualifications: The successful candidate will have earned a Ph.D. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or closely related field. Applicants who are ABD and close to completion of their degree will be considered. Candidates with only a J.D. will not be considered. Preference will be given to individuals with teaching experience. Our program offers both traditional face-to-face and on-line classes; candidate must demonstrate the ability, and possess the Higher Learning Commission qualifications, to teach on-line.
To Apply: Please submit a (1) cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) a statement of teaching philosophy, (4) a diversity statement, and (5) three letters of reference. Review of applications will begin September 15th and continue until the position is filled. Please direct any questions about this position to the search committee chair:
Dr. Bernadette Jessie
Indiana University Southeast
4201 Grant Line Road
New Albany, IN 47150
bfolson@ius.edu
Texas Indigent Defense Commission (TIDC)
Position: Research Director
Post Date: 5/2/2022
Deadline: Until Filled
Full details and application process available here.
Description: As TIDC’s first Research Director, you will lead all TIDC research activities, including data collection, data reporting, and data visualization. You will work with TIDC’s partners to create a new data portal so that we can better understand the state of Texas public defense. You will also communicate research findings to stakeholders, including judges, lawyers, county officials, researchers, reporters, legislators, TIDC board members, and TIDC staff. You will use data to help plan new defender offices, monitor compliance with state law, and deploy TIDC funds. You will perform advanced data analysis and data research work, involving detailed data analysis, providing results, and monitoring and implementing data quality. You will work under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. You may supervise others. The Research Director reports directly to TIDC’s Executive Director.
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
To Apply: All applications for employment with the Office of Court Administration must be submitted electronically through www.WorkinTexas.com . Applications must be complete, including start and end dates of work experiences. Following a screening of applications, interviews of qualified applicants who have submitted a completed state application will be scheduled. Only applicants interviewed will be notified of their selection or non-selection.
Position: Research Director
Post Date: 5/2/2022
Deadline: Until Filled
Full details and application process available here.
Description: As TIDC’s first Research Director, you will lead all TIDC research activities, including data collection, data reporting, and data visualization. You will work with TIDC’s partners to create a new data portal so that we can better understand the state of Texas public defense. You will also communicate research findings to stakeholders, including judges, lawyers, county officials, researchers, reporters, legislators, TIDC board members, and TIDC staff. You will use data to help plan new defender offices, monitor compliance with state law, and deploy TIDC funds. You will perform advanced data analysis and data research work, involving detailed data analysis, providing results, and monitoring and implementing data quality. You will work under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. You may supervise others. The Research Director reports directly to TIDC’s Executive Director.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s in social science, political science, economics, criminology, or related field.
- Seven years’ closely related experience.
- Applicants selected for interview will be required to submit a writing sample.
- Proficient in quantitative and qualitative research methods.
- Skilled at using statistical software, such as R, Python, Stata, Tableau or Power Bi.
- Superior written and oral communications skills.
- Strong desire to improve Texas public defense.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in social science, political science, economics, criminology, or related field.
- Experience researching public defense or criminal justice.
- Experience with surveys, focus groups, or randomized controlled trials.
- Experience with data visualization.
- Experience with program evaluation.
- Leadership, management, or supervision experience
To Apply: All applications for employment with the Office of Court Administration must be submitted electronically through www.WorkinTexas.com . Applications must be complete, including start and end dates of work experiences. Following a screening of applications, interviews of qualified applicants who have submitted a completed state application will be scheduled. Only applicants interviewed will be notified of their selection or non-selection.