Criminal Justice Visiting Term Faculty Instructor or Assistant Professor (non-tenure eligible)

New Jersey Department of Children and Families; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate and committed faculty member for a visiting term position in Criminal Justice. This role offers the opportunity to teach a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate courses while contributing to a vibrant academic community. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in criminal justice and a dedication to fostering an inclusive learning environment. Join a team that values innovation and community engagement, and make a significant impact on the next generation of criminal justice professionals. This position is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to advance their academic career in a supportive and dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice or related field is required.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and respect in teaching environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach core undergraduate and graduate courses in Criminal Justice.
• Serve on program and university committees as needed.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Criminal Justice Expertise

Commitment to Diversity

Innovative Instructional Approaches

Education

Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice or Related Field

Ph.D. in Criminal Justice or Related Field

Job description

The VCU L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs Criminal Justice Program invites applications for a full-time visiting term (teaching) faculty position. We are seeking an up to 2-year non-tenure eligible visiting faculty at the rank instructor or assistant professor. This hire will be for one year beginning August 2025, with the potential for a second year. Candidates with significant career and professional work experience within the criminal justice system will be highly considered.

We are specifically seeking an instructor who demonstrates a profound commitment to high-quality teaching and adds to the strength and diversity of our faculty. Successful candidates will have expertise in criminal justice and criminology, and have the ability to teach a variety of core undergraduate and graduate courses, including courts/sentencing and corrections courses. We are interested in faculty who will demonstrate through teaching, creative expression, and/or public engagement, the richness of diversity in the learning experience through integrated intersectional approaches and perspectives.

The selected candidate will complement and expand our existing expertise in the field of criminal justice and join a dedicated group of colleagues with a strong commitment to service and community engagement.

Position Responsibilities:

1. Teaching: This faculty will teach within the core requirements of the graduate and undergraduate programs in Criminal Justice and may contribute to the Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration. The faculty will be expected to carry a teaching load equivalent to eight 3-credit courses per year (4/4), involving both in-class, hybrid and online delivery, with the possibility of summer teaching. Strong candidates will demonstrate innovation and leadership in developing instructional approaches which meet the needs of diverse learning styles and intellectual interests.
2. Service: Faculty member may serve on program, School, and/or University committees as necessary, as well as in a professional capacity in their field.

Required Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in the field of criminal justice, criminology, or a related field.

Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.

Preferred Qualifications:

A career as a senior practitioner or a Ph.D. in criminal justice, criminology, or a related field (candidates with ABDs will be considered subject to demonstration of timely progress towards completion of all requirements for their Ph.D. before the start of the appointment).

Application Process/Additional Information:

Applications should be submitted to this link, and include a cover letter, a detailed CV with the names and contact information of three references, one example of scholarship or writing, and evidence of teaching effectiveness.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled, with priority review beginning March 25, 2025.

Contact: Amy Cook, Search Chair
Email: [e-mail]

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