Assistant Professor in the Sociology, Anthropology & Criminal Justice

Towson University • Lexington, MA

115d • $72,000 - $75,000

About The Position

The College of Liberal Arts invites applications for a tenure-track 9-month Assistant Professor in the Sociology, Anthropology & Criminal Justice. Preferred start date August 2026.

Requirements

• A Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Sociology, or a related field is required.
• ABD applicants considered, but appointment will be at the Instructor rank and all degree requirements must be completed by February 1, 2027.
• Research areas in criminology and/or criminal justice are open, but special consideration will be given to applicants with teaching and research experience on courts/sentencing, surveillance studies/cybercrime and/or critical criminological perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Teach a variety of undergraduate courses in criminology and/or criminal justice depending on the candidate’s area of specialty and the needs of the department, including Research Methods in Criminal Justice and/or Theories of Crime.
• Maintain an active research agenda with consistent and demonstrated scholarship activity and potential for grant-funded research.
• Advise undergraduate students.
• Participate actively in shared governance.

Benefits

• Targeted salary range: $72,000 - $75,000.
• Comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent health, life and retirement plans.
• Tuition remission.
• Variety of great perks and discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree