Assistant Professor of Criminology, College of Arts and Letters (1777)

Idaho State University

114d • $64,000 - $69,000

About The Position

The Department of Sociology, Social Work, and Criminology at Idaho State University invites applications for a tenure-track position in criminology beginning August 2026. While we are open to a wide range of teaching and research interests with a criminological focus, we are especially interested in a candidate whose expertise lies at the intersection of criminology and mental health/medical sociology. Applicants who can teach courses in penology, community corrections, mental health, criminology, and related topics are especially encouraged. Teaching duties for this position are a 3/3 load and may include in-class, broadcast (synchronous online), online (asynchronous), and hyflex (online and in-person at the same time) formats. The successful candidate will be expected to grow and maintain an active research program, including publishing in scholarly journals and submitting grant proposals, and to fill service roles in the department, college, university, and community.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in sociology, criminology, or criminal justice (ABDs are eligible to apply but must have degree in hand by June 30th, 2026).
• Demonstrated ability or potential to publish in peer-reviewed journals.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Evidence for potential excellence in teaching in a variety of formats, including synchronous and asynchronous online classes.
• Ability to teach core and elective courses in sociology and criminology.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Research focus at the intersection of criminology and mental health/medical sociology.
• Ability to teach courses in penology, community corrections, and related topics.
• Ability to teach courses in mental health and criminology or medical sociology and criminology.

Responsibilities

• Teach core and elective sociology and criminology courses.
• Undertake continued research in your specialization, including publishing in scholarly journals and submitting grant proposals.
• Service to the department, college, university, and community.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Disability plan.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Excellent retirement options and company contribution.
• Generous paid time off/sick leave accrual.

What This Job Offers

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