Assistant Professor of Sociology
About The Position
The tenure-track Assistant Professor position strengthens the Department of Sociology’s instructional, research, and public engagement capacity while supporting the continued growth of the Criminal Justice and Sociology majors. The successful candidate will contribute to the department’s teaching, research, and enrollment goals through excellent undergraduate instruction, an active research agenda, and engagement with students, colleagues, and community partners. The position will strengthen the department’s core instructional and research capacity, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and advance the strategic priorities of the department, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, and the University of Maine.
Requirements
- Ph.D. or advanced ABD (degree conferral will be required before position start date).
- Specialization in criminal justice, criminology, or sociology with a strong background in the study of crime, law, and justice.
- Experience and demonstrated ability in undergraduate teaching in areas of candidate’s specialization.
- Evidence of an active research agenda with strong promise of scholarly productivity, including peer-reviewed publications, related to criminal justice, law and society, and/or criminology.
- Evidence of ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary department.
Nice To Haves
- Expertise in restorative justice, race/ethnicity, or criminal justice institutions and systems.
- Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality, peer reviewed publications.
- Demonstrated ability to seek and/or obtain extramural funding for research.
- Commitment to public/engaged scholarship.
- Experience collaborating on research projects with undergraduate students.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate courses in criminal justice and sociology consistent with departmental needs (3-2 load); develop and maintain high-quality instructional materials; assess student learning; and advise and mentor undergraduate students in their academic, career, and research pursuits.
- Maintain an active program of scholarly research leading to peer-reviewed publications and other scholarly contributions consistent with departmental expectations for tenure and promotion. Pursue opportunities for external funding and engage undergraduate students in research when appropriate.
- Contribute to the mission of the department, college, and university through service on committees and participation in shared governance. Support the department’s goals through program development and assessment, and engagement with professional and community partners.
Benefits
- Tuition benefits (employee and dependent)
- Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability
- Retirement plan options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
