Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice

University of North Carolina at Pembroke; Pembroke (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Pembroke invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice to begin in fall 2027. The department emphasizes teaching, service, scholarship, and research, with opportunities for online courses and ongoing scholarly activity.

The successful candidate will teach a range of undergraduate Sociology and Criminal Justice courses, engage in advising, and contribute to curriculum development and community-engaged scholarship.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or Sociology (with a concentration in Criminal Justice or Criminology) required.
• ABD with Ph.D. completed by date of appointment will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate Sociology and Criminal Justice courses, both online and in the classroom. Courses can include Introduction to Sociology, Introduction to Criminal Justice, and Criminology, and possibly Social Statistics and Social Research. There will also be opportunities to teach upper level and graduate level courses.
• Teach Writing Intensive courses.
• Develop and deliver engaging instruction using various teaching modalities
• Provide academic advising and mentorship to undergraduate students
• Maintain an active research agenda in the discipline
• Participate actively in university service, including committee work, curriculum development and campus initiatives.
• Apply discipline-specific skills towards community-engagement with the local community and region.
• Contribute to a supportive learning environment that promotes student achievement and academic excellence
• Ability to teach undergraduate Social Statistics. Prior experience teaching in higher education both face to face and online. Prefer an individual capable and willing to teach both sociology and criminal justice courses. Teaching experience in both online and face to face environments preferred.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research agenda

Curriculum development

Online teaching

Education

PhD in Criminology/Criminal Justice/Sociology

Job description

Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice - 3505

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: Sociology & Criminal Jus.

Working Title: Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice - 3505

Vacancy Type: Tenure Track Faculty

Min T/E Requirements:

Ph.D. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or Sociology (with a concentration in Criminal Justice or Criminology) required. ABD with Ph.D. completed by date of appointment will be considered.

FTE: 1

Salary Range:

Hiring Range: Commensurate Upon Education and Experience

Position #: 3505

FLSA Status: Exempt

Months per Year: 9

Primary Purpose of Organization Unit:

Teaching, service, scholarship, and research.

Primary Purpose of Position:

Teaching, service, scholarship, and research.

Job Description:

The Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice position to begin in the fall of 2027.

The University of North Carolina at Pembroke is one of the seventeen member institutions in the University of North Carolina system. The Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice is growing in size and offers numerous opportunities for creative teaching, including online courses, as well as advancement of scholarship.

Position Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will:

• Teach undergraduate Sociology and Criminal Justice courses, both online and in the classroom. Courses can include Introduction to Sociology, Introduction to Criminal Justice, and Criminology, and possibly Social Statistics and Social Research. There will also be opportunities to teach upper level and graduate level courses.
• Teach Writing Intensive courses.
• Develop and deliver engaging instruction using various teaching modalities
• Provide academic advising and mentorship to undergraduate students
• Maintain an active research agenda in the discipline
• Participate actively in university service, including committee work, curriculum development and campus initiatives.
• Apply discipline-specific skills towards community-engagement with the local community and region.
• Contribute to a supportive learning environment that promotes student achievement and academic excellence

Management Preference:

Ability to teach undergraduate Social Statistics. Prior experience teaching in higher education both face to face and online. Prefer an individual capable and willing to teach both sociology and criminal justice courses. Teaching experience in both online and face to face environments preferred.

Lic or Certifications Required by Statute or Regulation:

Job Opening Date: 08/04/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Posting Category: Faculty

Posting Number: EPA01163

Special Instructions to Applicants:

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

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