Assistant Professor of Crime and Justice Studies
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. Marist faculty are teachers, scholars, and active members of the university and local community. We welcome candidates who place an emphasis on quality teaching in a small classroom setting and who can expertly integrate relevant contemporary and sociocultural content into their teaching. Applicants should be flexible regarding teaching assignments and confident in their abilities to teach courses within their areas of expertise, as well as courses such as Introduction to Criminal Justice, Criminology, Race & Crime, Research Methods, and Senior Seminar.
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.
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: First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%. University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years. Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1% thereafter.
- 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available.
- Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester.
- Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar.
- Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26.
- University pays 100% tuition only.
- Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
