Criminal Justice & Criminology Open Rank Faculty

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; Milwaukee (WI); Presencial; USD 72 000 - 88 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee invites applications for a full-time, tenured or tenure-track open-rank faculty position in Criminal Justice & Criminology. The department emphasizes research, teaching, and community engagement, with a 9-month appointment starting August 23, 2027.

Minimum salary starts at $80,000, depending on rank and qualifications. The department offers BS/MS and PhD in Social Welfare in collaboration with the Social Work department.

Qualificações

• PhD/Doctorate in criminal justice, criminology, or related field.
• ABD eligible if degree is imminent by the start date.
• Evidence of significant research productivity.
• Proven ability to secure extramural funding.
• Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses—online and in person.
• Strong collaboration across disciplines and with community partners.
• Eligibility for tenured associate or full professor with a strong scholarly record.

Responsabilidades

• Advance a robust program of research while maintaining a strong teaching and mentorship commitment.
• Teach a standard load of four courses per year (two per semester) and contribute to service.
• Collaborate with department, university, and community partners on research and outreach.
• Contribute to the department's teaching mission and supervise/advise students as appropriate.

Conhecimentos

Research leadership

Mentorship

Teaching

Collaboration

Formação académica

PhD/Doctorate in criminal justice or related field

ABD considered

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.Position Title:Criminal Justice & Criminology Open Rank FacultyJob Category:FacultyEmployment Type:RegularJob Profile:ProfessorJob Duties:The Department of Criminal Justice & Criminology at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is seeking to fill a full-time tenured or tenure-track, open rank faculty position. Areas of specialization are open. Duties include advancing a robust program of research while maintaining a strong commitment to teaching and mentorship along with service to the department, university, profession, and community. The standard teaching load is 4 courses per year (2 courses per semester). The anticipated start date for the 9-month annual appointment is August 23rd, 2027.Key Job Responsibilities:Department:The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is a Carnegie-designated R1 institution and recognized by the Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement. The Helen Bader School of Social Welfare is comprised of the Department of Criminal Justice & Criminology and the Department of Social Work. The Department of Criminal Justice & Criminology offers a BS and an MS, as well as jointly offering a PhD in Social Welfare with the Department of Social Work. The Department is known for its commitment to collaborative partnerships with community and governmental organizations in southeast Wisconsin and beyond through research and student engagement.Compensation:Minimum of $80,000/9-month basis, contingent on rank and qualifications as it relates to the position.Required Qualifications:Qualified applicants must hold a PhD/Doctorate in criminal justice, criminology, or a related field. Applicants who are ABD will be considered if completion of the degree is imminent (received on or before the start date of the position).Preferred Qualifications:Demonstrated ability to produce significant research.Established record to secure and maintain extramural funding.Demonstrated ability to successfully teach undergraduate and graduate courses – both in person and online.Demonstrated ability to collaborate across disciplines and with community partners.Ability to meet rank of a tenured associate or full professor in the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology at UWM which includes a strong record of research and scholarship, teaching, and service accomplishments.How to Apply:Applicants are required to apply online via Workday.A completed application will include:1) a cover letter2) curriculum vitae3) research statement4) teaching philosophy5) contact information for three professional referencesNote: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application to ensure full consideration. Additional documents submitted aside from these required materials will not be considered.In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates’ application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.This is a continuous recruitment with an initial review date of December 1, 2026. To ensure consideration, applications must be submitted by November 30, 2026. Application materials received after November 30, 2026 may not receive consideration.Contact Information:For any questions regarding the position, please contact Tom Schwartz ([e-mail]).Reasonable AccommodationsPursuant to university policy , UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact [e-mail] or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.Confidentiality of Applicant MaterialsUWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.CBC and Reference Check PolicyEmployment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/ , or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at [phone] for a paper copy.Employment AuthorizationIn compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date 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.UW is an Equal Opportunity EmployerQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.