Assistant Professor, Criminal Justice — Research & Teaching

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Criminal Justice. The position is full-time and tenure-track, with expectations to teach undergraduate and graduate courses and to develop an externally funded research program.

Minimum requirements include a PhD (or ABD) in Criminal Justice or related field. Strong scholarly potential and ability to collaborate with CJ agencies are essential.

Qualifications

• PhD in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Social Work or related field (ABD considered).
• Strong potential for securing external funding and producing high-quality scholarship.
• Ability to foster, develop, and maintain positive professional relationships with local, state, federal, and private criminal justice focused agencies/organizations/associations.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Establish and maintain an externally funded research program with high-impact scholarship.
• Contribute to service, mentorship, and department governance as part of the Regular Title Series.

Skills

External funding potential

Professional relationships with CJ org

Education

PhD in Criminal Justice or related field

Job description

University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Criminal Justice. The position is full-time and tenure-track, with expectations to teach undergraduate and graduate courses and to develop an externally funded research program.

Minimum requirements include a PhD (or ABD) in Criminal Justice or related field. Strong scholarly potential and ability to collaborate with CJ agencies are essential.