Adjunct Part-Time Lecturer - School of Criminology and Criminal Justice - New York

Northeastern University•New York, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The School of Criminology and Criminal Justice, within Northeastern University’s College of Social Sciences and Humanities, seeks a part-time lecturer to teach Criminology at Northeastern University New York City in the Spring 2027 semester. The school uses an active-learning approach to develop students intellectually and ethically and to help them understand the complexities of crime and public and private efforts to make communities safer and ensure justice. Candidates committed to high-quality instruction at undergraduate and graduate levels are especially welcome. Qualified applications may be kept on file for additional openings. Positions may be available throughout the year depending on enrollment and departmental need. The appointment requires valid U.S. work authorization throughout its duration; Northeastern University will not sponsor employment visas.

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.

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 Criminology in the Spring 2027 semester in New York City.
Use an active-learning approach to support students’ intellectual and ethical development and understanding of crime, community safety, and justice.
Provide high-quality instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels.