Visiting Lecturer in Criminal Justice and Sociology

Maryville College • Maryville, TN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Maryville College invites applications for a two-year Visiting Lecturer in Criminal Justice and Sociology for the 2027–28 and 2028–29 academic years. The lecturer will teach Criminal Justice courses, potentially including Introduction to Criminal Justice and introductory through advanced courses aligned with the candidate’s expertise. Sociology teaching may include Introductory Sociology and other topics courses suited to the candidate’s experience. Additional responsibilities may include teaching in the core curriculum in the candidate’s areas of expertise and supervising undergraduate research projects. The successful candidate must demonstrate, or be willing to develop, excellence in innovative teaching, student-centered liberal arts education, and mentoring students from diverse backgrounds.

Maryville College is a selective four-year liberal arts college in Maryville, Tennessee. The college has about 1,100 students and emphasizes a liberal arts core, undergraduate research, and career preparation. Its historic campus covers 263 acres and includes a 140-acre multi-use forest. The college is an institutional member of the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education.

Review of applications will begin January 8, 2027, and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a letter of interest addressed to Dr. Sharon May, Chair of the Social Sciences Division; graduate transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire); a curriculum vitae; and a statement of teaching philosophy. Three letters of reference, including two addressing teaching experience and/or potential, should be submitted by referees. The college may, at its discretion and subject to legal, institutional, and budget conditions, sponsor employment-based immigration petitions.

Requirements

• Master of Arts or Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Sociology with a specialization in Criminal Justice, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated excellence in, or willingness to develop excellence in, innovative teaching, student-centered liberal arts education, and mentoring students from various backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant professional experience.
• Demonstrated undergraduate teaching excellence.

Responsibilities

• Teach Criminal Justice courses, potentially including Introduction to Criminal Justice and introductory through advanced courses aligned with the candidate’s expertise.
• Teach Sociology courses, potentially including Introductory Sociology and topics courses suited to the candidate’s experience.
• Potentially teach in the core curriculum in areas aligned with the candidate’s expertise.
• Supervise undergraduate research projects.
• Develop or demonstrate excellence in innovative teaching, student-centered liberal arts education, and mentoring students from various backgrounds.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level