Assistant Professor, Criminal Justice
About The Position
The Department of Criminal Justice within the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Nevada, Reno invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin July 1, 2027. The position is open with respect to sub-field, with a preference for candidates whose teaching and research expertise are centered broadly in the area of corrections. The successful candidate will be expected to maintain an active program of research and contribute to the department’s undergraduate and graduate programs. The standard teaching load is 2-2, with substantial involvement in graduate education, including graduate-level teaching, student mentoring and advising, and service as chair or member of graduate committees.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a related field in hand by July 1, 2027. ABDs will be considered.
- Candidates possessing only a JD will not be considered.
- Demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching, research, and service.
Nice To Haves
- Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a related field in hand by the position start date.
- Evidence of prior teaching excellence and experience.
- Publication in the field of corrections.
- Ability to teach Criminological Theory.
- Contribute to our undergraduate, graduate, and online programs.
Responsibilities
- Maintain an active program of research.
- Contribute to the department’s undergraduate and graduate programs.
- Graduate-level teaching.
- Student mentoring and advising.
- Service as chair or member of graduate committees.
Benefits
- Health insurance options including dental and vision
- Generous sick leave
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability
- E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers an annual or semester membership and family membership options.
- Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments.
- Several Diversity Committees and Affinity Groups focusing on campus-wide diversity initiatives.
- Grants-in-aid for Faculty Employees (reduced-rate tuition benefit)
- Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
