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

Northeastern University•New York City, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The School of Criminology and Criminal Justice, housed within Northeastern University’s College of Social Sciences and Humanities, seeks a part-time lecturer for its New York City location. The lecturer will teach Criminology during the Spring 2027 semester. The school uses an active learning approach to develop students intellectually and ethically and to foster an appreciation of crime’s complexities and of 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. Applications from qualified candidates may be kept on file for additional openings; positions may be available throughout the year depending on enrollment and departmental need. The position requires a master’s degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a related social science discipline. A JD is required to teach law courses. Applicants must be able to maintain valid U.S. work authorization throughout the appointment without visa sponsorship from Northeastern University. The rate is $1,571.10 per credit.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a related social science discipline.
A JD is required for law courses.
Ability to maintain valid U.S. work authorization throughout the appointment without Northeastern University visa sponsorship.
Submit a CV and cover letter.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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