Adjunct Faculty – School of Criminology and Criminal Justice – Oakland, CA

Northeastern University•Oakland, CA

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About The Position

The School of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Northeastern University seeks adjunct faculty to teach courses in Oakland, California. The School, together with the Center on Crime, Race and Justice, prepares students for professional and research careers in criminal justice, criminology, and related fields. Its multidisciplinary and comparative social science approach examines crime and contributes to public policy development in urban communities. The School uses active learning to support students’ intellectual and ethical development and their understanding of crime, public safety, and justice. It offers bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs in criminology and criminal justice policy. The School seeks candidates committed to high-quality instruction at undergraduate and graduate levels. Preferred teaching availability is between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.; applicants should state their availability in their cover letter. Positions may become available throughout the year, contingent on enrollment and departmental need, and qualified applications will be kept on file for additional openings. The rate is $2,484.48 per credit. Northeastern University does not provide employment visa sponsorship for this position. The successful applicant must be able to maintain valid U.S. work authorization throughout the appointment without university visa sponsorship. Northeastern considers work experience, education, and skills when extending an offer. Benefit-eligible employees may receive medical, vision, and dental coverage; paid time off; tuition assistance; wellness and life benefits; retirement benefits; and commuting and transportation benefits.

Requirements

A master’s degree in criminal justice, criminology, or a related social science discipline is required.
A JD is required to teach law courses.
Must be able to maintain valid U.S. work authorization throughout the appointment without Northeastern University visa sponsorship.
Submit a CV and cover letter.
Indicate teaching availability in the cover letter.

Nice To Haves

Teaching ability in Criminal Law, Security, Policing, Violence, Victimology, Research Methods, or Forensic Science is preferred.
Commitment to high-quality instruction at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

Responsibilities

Teach courses in the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice at undergraduate and/or graduate levels.
Provide high-quality instruction using an active-learning approach.