Assistant Professor of Criminology (6749)

Northern Illinois University; DeKalb (IL); Presencial; USD 69 000 - 85 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Criminology to start August 2027. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate criminology courses and contribute to the MA in Sociology with an emphasis in criminology.

NIU is a comprehensive research university with about 16,000 students, located about 65 miles west of Chicago; the department seeks candidates with a strong research agenda and commitment to diversity in teaching

Qualificações

• Ph.D. in Sociology, Criminology, or related field by start date.
• Scholarly productivity in crime, criminal justice, violence, or policing.
• Ability to teach criminology theory and research methods courses.

Responsabilidades

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in criminology.
• Develop and maintain an active research agenda.
• Supervise student projects and theses.
• Provide service to the department and university.

Conhecimentos

Criminology theory

Quantitative research

Qualitative research

Teaching undergraduate courses

Mentoring students

Formação académica

Ph.D. in Sociology/Criminology

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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Assistant Professor of Criminology (6749)

Working Position Title Assistant Professor of Criminology (6749)

Classification Title

Position Number

Position Number 00006749

Posting Date

Posting Date 10/08/2026

Closing Date

Priority Review Date

Priority Review Date 01/10/2027

Business Unit Description

Business Unit Description Faculty

Full-Time/Part Time

Full-Time/Part Time Full-Time

FTE

FTE 1.00

Position Status

Position Status Regular

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Job Code

Job Code 2000

Union Representation

Union Representation Union

Union Code

Union Code UFA - United Faculty Alliance

Unit/Department

Unit/Department Sociology and Criminology

College/Unit

College/Unit College of LA&S Dean

Division

Division Academic Division

Location

Location ZH 815

Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses
• Building and maintaining a research agenda in areas of specialization
• Supervising student projects, independent studies, and theses
• Engaging in service to the department, college, university, and profession

Minimum Required Qualifications

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

Additional Requirements

N/A

Preferred Qualifications

• Evidence of scholarly productivity commensurate with experience, including research focused on crime, the criminal justice system, violence, or policing.
• Ability to teach undergraduate-level punishment and corrections, criminological theory, and quantitative or qualitative research methods courses.
• Demonstrable commitment to teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students from diverse backgrounds.

Physical Demands Summary

For physical demands and requirements please see human resources policies and protocols.

Appointment and Compensation Details

Appointment and Compensation Details

Anticipated Appointment Start Date

Anticipated Appointment Start Date 08/16/2027

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Percent of Staff Year

Percent of Staff Year 0.75

Standard Hours Per Week 37.50

Salary Starting at $77,000. Faculty compensation is governed by the UFA CBA . NIU offers a robust benefits package.

Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range

Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range Starting at $4,277.78 per pay period. Faculty compensation is governed by the UFA CBA. NIU offers a robust benefits package .

Earn Type

Application Procedure

For full consideration, prospective applicants should visit Assistant Professor of Criminology to create an application profile and submit the following materials by January 10, 2027:

• Research agenda (1-2 pages)
• Teaching statement (1-2 pages)
• Names and contact information for three professional references (letters of recommendation may be requested later in the search process)

For questions, contact the search committee chair Jeff Kidder at [e-mail].
Official graduate transcripts and the successful completion of a background check will be required upon hire.

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, disability (physical and mental), marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (identity and expression), political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

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 document form upon hire.

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ADA Accommodation

NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person’s disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form . For further assistance, please contact the office of [e-mail] .

• List of at least 3 Professional References
• Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)
• Cover Letter
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Research Statement
• Teaching Statement
• List of at least 3 Professional References
• Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)

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