Assistant Professor of Society, Culture, Crime, and Justice Studies
About The Position
Western Kentucky University's (WKU) Department of Society, Culture, Crime, and Justice Studies (SCCJS) invites applications for an Assistant Professor position. This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-eligible position to begin August 15, 2026. Review of applications will begin on November 15 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should possess a Ph.D. in Sociology or Rural Sociology, completed by the time of appointment. The primary expectation for the position is the delivery of high-quality instruction in Research Methods. However, the candidate preferably would also be able to contribute in one or more of the areas of departmental specialization: family, gender, and/or community. The successful candidate will be expected to teach three courses per semester, with the primary area of specialization being open. Familiarity and experience in teaching online courses is desirable, and a willingness to teach online courses is required. Demonstrated excellence in teaching, an ongoing record of scholarly research, and involvement in service activities are essential expectations for the position once selected. SCCJS offers bachelor's degrees in Sociology, Criminology and Anthropology, a minor in folk studies, and partners with the Department of Political Science to offer a certificate in Citizenship & Social Justice. The department currently has over 450 undergraduate majors matriculating through its programs. Specifically, 41% of students pursuing our majors are first-generation college students and 28% are underrepresented minorities with 15% who are both. Our faculty are dedicated to improving the quality of life for students of multicultural backgrounds and, through a welcoming and supportive environment, helping them excel academically and socially. For more information on our department and our programs, please visit our website at https://www.wku.edu/sccjs/.
Requirements
- PhD In Sociology or Rural Sociology
- Ability to deliver high quality instruction in Social Research Methods
Nice To Haves
- Contribution in one or more of the areas of departmental specialization: family, gender, and/or community.
- Familiarity and experience in teaching online courses is desirable
Responsibilities
- Delivery of high-quality instruction in Research Methods
- Teach three courses per semester
- Ongoing record of scholarly research
- Involvement in service activities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
