Assistant Professor of Crime and Justice Studies

Marist University•Poughkeepsie, NY

5d•$75,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Crime and Justice Studies department in the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences at Marist University invites applications for a tenure track appointment for an Assistant Professor of Crime and Justice Studies to begin the fall of 2027. The position carries a 21-credit annual course load.

Requirements

A doctoral degree in criminal justice, criminology, or other related field completed before the beginning of the fall 2027 semester.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience teaching at the college/university level.
Emphasis on quality teaching in a small classroom setting
Ability to integrate relevant contemporary and sociocultural content into teaching
Flexible regarding teaching assignments
Confident in abilities to teach courses within areas of expertise, as well as courses such as Introduction to Criminal Justice, Criminology, Race & Crime, Research Methods, and Senior Seminar.

Responsibilities

Undergraduate instruction with an expectation of competence in the use of instructional technology
Responsible for academic advisement of students
Participation in departmental and school activities
Active research agenda
Service to the university community

Benefits

Unlimited paid sick time.
14+ paid holidays per year.
Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
Life insurance.
Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.
403(b) defined contribution plan with increasing university contributions over time.
403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available.
Tuition Benefits for employee, spouse, and dependent children.
Reimbursement for eligible dependents' tuition at another accredited institution.