Open-Rank Criminology & Justice Faculty (Tenure-Track)

University of Wisconsin; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Research leadership

Mentorship

Teaching

Collaboration

Education

PhD/Doctorate in criminal justice or related field

ABD considered

Job description

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.