Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice

Findlay • Lexington, MA

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About The Position

The Justice Sciences Program in the College of Business and Humanities at the University of Findlay invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track position in Criminal Justice beginning in August 2026. The Justice Sciences Program is seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable instructor to teach both lower and upper-level undergraduate courses in criminal justice. The ideal candidate will contribute to our mission of delivering a student-centered education and fostering an environment of pedagogical excellence, experiential learning, professional development, service, and scholarship. This position is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team of educators who are devoted to preparing students for meaningful lives and productive careers.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or closely related field
• Ability to work effectively and collegially with a diverse group of students, faculty, administrators, and staff
• Demonstrate strong passion/commitment to teaching excellence, student advising and mentorship, experiential learning, professional development, university/community service, and scholarship
• Ability to develop and deliver curriculum, meet the demands of the position in a timely manner, and assess student learning outcomes
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills and the potential to assume leadership roles within the college

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the criminal justice profession or closely related field or possess CFE credentials

Responsibilities

• Teach lower and upper-level criminal justice courses in both seated and online formats
• Develop and deliver engaging course materials that meet the department's academic standards
• Develop and deliver experiential learning activities to students promoting active learning and professional development
• Advise and provide mentorship to undergraduate students
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to enhance student learning and meet departmental strategic objectives
• Assist the Justice Sciences Department with program marketing, student recruitment, assessment activities, and other initiatives as directed by the department chair, dean, and university administration
• Engage in professional development activities and scholarship to stay current in the field of criminal justice

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time