Assistant Professor of Sociology & Criminal Justice

Aquinas College; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquinas College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Sociology and Criminal Justice in Grand Rapids, MI, starting January 2027. A doctoral degree (ABD welcome) in social work, sociology, criminal justice or related field is preferred, with the ability to teach in the core and to cover related program areas as needed.

Responsibilities include advising and mentoring students, curriculum development, and participating in college-wide activities.

Qualifications

• PhD or terminal degree in sociology, criminal justice, social work or related field.
• ABD candidates are welcome to apply.
• Commitment to teaching in a liberal arts setting and core curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Teach in the core curriculum and related program areas.
• Advise and mentor students; participate in curriculum development and college-wide activities.

Skills

Teaching

Student mentoring

Curriculum development

Education

Doctoral degree in social work, sociology, criminal justice or related field

ABD candidate considered

Job description

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Assistant Professor of Sociology & Criminal Justice

Sociology Full Time Faculty Grand Rapids, MI, US

Aquinas College invites applications for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Sociology and Criminal Justice, starting January 2027. We are seeking a candidate who has a doctoral degree (ABD are welcome to apply) in social work, sociology, criminal justice or related field, the ability to teach in our core, with a preference for teaching and/or research expertise in the areas of sociology, criminal justice, social work, and/or human services, but is flexible and curious enough to cover coursework in the core and other program areas as needed. Other responsibilities include advising and mentoring students, working on departmental curriculum development, and participating in college-wide activities. The teaching load is 12 hours per semester.

Aquinas College, an inclusive educational community rooted in the Catholic and Dominican traditions, provides a liberal arts education with a global perspective, emphasizes career preparation focused on leadership and service to others, and fosters a commitment to lifelong learning dedicated to the pursuit of truth and the common good.

Aquinas College is recognized as the exceptional Catholic liberal arts college that prepares individuals for careers of leadership and service in developing a sustainable and just global community. Aquinas College is recognized by its values: Faith, Service, Learning and Community.

Aquinas College prides itself as a leader in sustainability, and this requires the participation of every member of the college community. In this regard, employees and their supervisors are expected to engage in the process of “appreciative inquiry” to identify ways that each position can advance sustainability in the employment experience.

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the Aquinas College Service Statement:

The College serves our community with excellence and respect through an institutional commitment to quality, accountability, cooperation, professionalism and responsiveness.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Aquinas College is an equal opportunity employer and an inclusive educational community rooted in the Catholic Dominican tradition. Aquinas College provides a liberal arts education with a global perspective, emphasizes career preparation focused on leadership and service to others, and fosters a commitment to lifelong learning dedicated to the pursuit of truth and the common good. Aquinas College values: Faith, Learning, Service and Community.

Aquinas College offers an excellent benefits package that includes affordable medical, dental, and vision plans, ample paid holidays, paid sick time and short-term disability, and college-paid life and AD&D insurance. Additionally, Aquinas employees and their dependents are eligible for free tuition at Aquinas after one year of full-time employment.