Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice at Alvernia University

The Criminal Justice Department of Alvernia University is seeking applications for a tenure-track faculty at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning August 15, 2023.
This is a nine-month position. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Responsibilities include teaching, research, and service.

Located within the College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences, and one of the oldest programs at the university, the criminal justice curricula provides students with a liberal arts education whose focus is the complex relations among crime, law, and society.

Students are prepared for a broad array of careers through a strong grounding in theory coupled with experiential opportunities that reinforce practical, professional skills.

We are looking for a team member and a role model who supports the university's core values of service, humility, peacemaking, contemplation, and collegiality.

Required Qualifications:
Ph.
D. in Sociology, Criminology, Criminal Justice, or related social science discipline by August 1, 2023.

An active research agenda Strong quantitative and methodology background

Demonstrated ability to teach the following courses:

Introduction to Criminal Justice; Gender, Race and Crime; Writing for the CJ Professional (enhanced writing course); Corrections, Probation and Parole; Juvenile Delinquency and Justice; Introduction to Policing; Interview and Interrogation; Victimology and Crisis Management.
Practical experience working in law enforcement, the courts, corrections, probation/parole or victim services is a plus.

All Alvernia University employees promote Franciscan ideals and adherence to the Mission of theUniversity as demonstrated by the University Ideal Characteristics.

How to Apply:

Candidates should apply on the Alvernia website with current curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy statement, research statement, official transcripts, and three letters of recommendation.
Review of applications will continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled.