Assistant Professor of Criminology (6749)

ACJS; DeKalb (IL); Presencial; USD 80 000 - 110 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, IL, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Criminology starting August 2027. The position focuses on teaching criminology theory, research methods, and courses supporting a growing major/minor, with ongoing research and service expectations.

Preferred areas include criminal justice, violence, and policing, with open opportunities for diverse research specialization. A Ph.D.

Qualificações

• Ph.D. in Sociology, Criminology, or related field by start date.
• Experience teaching criminology at undergraduate and/or graduate levels preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in criminology.
• Maintain an active research agenda.
• Mentor students and supervise student research.
• Contribute service to department, university, and profession.

Conhecimentos

Teaching

Research methods

Student mentorship

Formação académica

PhD in Sociology/Criminology or related field

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Overview
The Department of Sociology and Criminology at Northern Illinois University (NIU) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Criminology to start August 2027.

The successful candidate will contribute to the department’s undergraduate criminology curriculum by teaching criminological theory, quantitative and/or qualitative research methods, and other courses that support the growing criminology major and minor. The department also offers a terminal Master of Arts degree in Sociology, including an emphasis in criminology.Preferred areas of teaching interest include the criminal justice system, violence, and policing. Areas of research specialization are open.

Northern Illinois University is a comprehensive research university offering programs from the bachelor’s through doctoral levels across seven academic colleges. Located in DeKalb, Illinois, approximately 65 miles west of Chicago, NIU serves approximately 16,000 students and combines the advantages of a vibrant university community with access to the cultural, professional, and recreational opportunities of the greater Chicago region.
Position Summary
The Assistant Professor of Criminology is a tenure-track faculty position responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, maintaining an active research agenda, mentoring students, supervising student research, and contributing service to the department, university, and profession.

Ph.D. in Sociology, Criminology, or related field by the start date of appointment