Criminal Justice Assistant Professor: Tech-Driven Policing

Iowa State University - College of Design; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Onsite childcare

Job summary

Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Criminal Justice, beginning August 16, 2027. The role emphasizes research in emerging technologies in CJ and excellence in teaching across undergraduate and graduate programs.

The candidate will develop a strong research program, teach courses (in-person, hybrid, or online), contribute to service, and seek external funding. PhD required by start date.

Qualifications

• PhD in Criminology/Criminal Justice or a closely related discipline by the appointment start date.
• Evidence of high quality, peer-reviewed publications in criminology/criminal justice.
• Expertise in emerging technologies in criminal justice (e.g., AI, digital forensics, surveillance).
• Record of highly effective undergraduate teaching in criminal justice, supported by evaluations or teaching philosophy.
• Potential to secure external funding from federal/state agencies, private sector, and/or foundations.

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate and graduate criminal justice courses, with modalities as determined by the department (in-person, hybrid, or online).
• Developing and maintaining a nationally recognized research program.
• Contributing service to the department and the broader discipline.
• Pursuing external research funding.

Skills

Emerging technologies in CJ

Teaching experience

Education

PhD in Criminology/Criminal Justice

Job description

Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Criminal Justice, beginning August 16, 2027. The role emphasizes research in emerging technologies in CJ and excellence in teaching across undergraduate and graduate programs.

The candidate will develop a strong research program, teach courses (in-person, hybrid, or online), contribute to service, and seek external funding. PhD required by start date.