Assistant Professor Criminal Justice

St. Ambrose University; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Ambrose University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Criminal Justice at its Davenport, Iowa campus.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in Criminal Justice and Sociology, mentor students, and contribute to program development while pursuing scholarly research in the field. Responsibilities include teaching a 4/4 load across multiple delivery modes, advising students, and serving on departmental and university committees.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. preferred in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Sociology or related field.
• ABD candidates and Master’s degree in related field will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in Criminal Justice and Sociology.
• Advise and mentor students.
• Contribute to program development and university service.
• Engage in scholarly research in the field.
• Participate in core curriculum teaching across modalities.
• Be a learner-centered educator.
• Provide high-quality learning experiences in face-to-face, hybrid, and online modalities.

Skills

Undergraduate teaching

Student mentoring

Curriculum development

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Criminal Justice / Criminology / Sociology

ABD candidates or Master’s in related field considered

Job description

St. Ambrose University invites applications for an inclusive, Catholic, and diocesan community of learners located in Davenport, Iowa, invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor in Criminal Justice at its Saint Ambrose campus.

As part of a diverse community of faculty and staff representing many faith traditions and worldviews, St. Ambrose University seeks a tenure-track eligible Assistant Professor in Criminal Justice who will support and advance the University's mission by teaching undergraduate courses in Criminal Justice and Sociology, mentoring and advising students within the program, and conducting scholarship within the field. Program faculty will also be expected to contribute to program development and larger university service, such as serving on committees and teaching within the core curriculum.

Qualifications

Faculty rank and appointment status will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications, experience, and institutional needs.

• Doctorate degree (Ph.D.) in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Sociology, or related field is preferred, though ABD candidates and applicants with a master's degree in criminal justice or a related field will be considered.
• Expertise teaching undergraduate students in courses related to policing and law enforcement. Preferred experience teaching courses on statistics/data analysis, research methods, and/or criminological theory.
• Prior work experience in law enforcement is preferred.

The anticipated rank of the appointment is at the Assistant level (although candidates with more extensive experience may be appointed at a higher rank). The start date is Thursday, August 12, 2027.

Position Responsibilities

• Actively engage and advance the Catholic, diocesan mission and identity of St. Ambrose University.
• Teach a 4/4 course load in a variety of delivery modalities.
• Advise and mentor students.
• Provide service to the Department, College, and University.
• Be a learner-centered educator.
• Embrace the learner-centered model for Catholic higher education across the campuses of Mount Mercy and St. Ambrose University.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.
• Offer high-quality learning experiences in face-to-face, hybrid, and online modalities.

Institutional Context

In August 2024, St. Ambrose University and Mount Mercy University signed an agreement to fully combine the two universities. The university received approval from its accrediting body in 2025 and anticipates regulatory approval in the coming year.

Mission Statement

St. Ambrose University is an inclusive, Catholic, and diocesan community of learners that empowers all Ambrosians to act courageously, to seek wisdom through faith and reason, to work for justice and mercy, and to lead lives of service.

Additional Information

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and verification of academic credentials.
• St. Ambrose University is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment. #HEJ