Assistant Professor of Criminology, Law, and Society at Saint Vincent College

Saint Vincent College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor position with a flexible start date. The position requires a doctorate and a proven background in Criminology, Law, and Society (CLS).

Saint Vincent College offers Bachelor of Science and Master of Science programs in Criminology, Law, and Society. Successful candidates will have a Ph.D. (or equivalent terminal degree) in Criminology, Law, Criminal Justice, or related field. The candidate will teach courses supporting the CLS program, advise students, and maintain an active program of scholarship in Criminology, Law, and Society. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. More information can be found at

We are seeking outstanding candidates who exhibit a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching and continuing scholarly activity in addition to building positive relationships with colleagues and students. The successful candidate will teach introductory, intermediate, and advanced courses that support the CLS program based on their background, supervise student projects, advise majors, and develop a research program that engages students. The standard teaching load is 24 credit hours per year. Service to the department and college is expected. Excellent communication skills are required. Successful candidates will have expertise in any topic related to criminology, law, and society.

Compensation is competitive.

Interested individuals should send a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, statements of teaching philosophy and research interests, graduate transcripts, and three letters of reference. The teaching philosophy statement must address how innovative pedagogical methods will be incorporated into teaching. The application must address the mission of the department and the college will be furthered through both teaching and research. Electronic applications are preferred and should be sent to Hardcopy applications could also be sent to:

Assistant Vice President of Human Resources and Talent Acquisition
Saint Vincent College
300 Fraser Purchase Road
Latrobe, Pennsylvania 15650-2690

Saint Vincent College seeks to build a diverse and inclusive cohort of faculty members with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and counseling students in pursuit of the Mission of the College. Faculty in this cohort would participate in peer mentorship, form a dedicated working group, and advance key strategic initiatives.

The College seeks to build upon its strengths to offer innovative programs contributing to Saint Vincent's mission as a Catholic Benedictine Liberal Arts College. Saint Vincent is guided by the spirit of Benedictine monasticism which holds as one of its core values the welcoming of all persons to help form a diverse community of learners united by the common goal of the growth of each individual. In that spirit, the College hopes to attract individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups for its pool of qualified applicants.All positions require the incumbent to be able to fully embrace the unique mission and identity of the College as a Catholic, Benedictine liberal arts and sciences institution. Saint Vincent College is committed to diversity and encourages applicants from all qualified candidates. Saint Vincent College is committed to building a diversified and competent population of faculty and staff, andencourages applications from women and minorities. Saint Vincent is an equal opportunity employer.PLEASE NOTE: Background checks will be performed on all new faculty, staff and adjunct positions. Employment is conditional upon satisfactory background checks and clearances.