Tenure-Track Criminal Justice Scholar

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky College of Social Work in Lexington invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-eligible Assistant Professor in Criminal Justice. The position emphasizes research, teaching, and service with a priority on external funding and contributions to undergraduate and graduate programs.

ABD candidates will be considered; initial appointments may begin Spring or Fall 2027, with on-site responsibilities and a DOE-driven effort distribution among instruction, research, and service.

Qualifications

• PhD or ABD in a relevant field with potential for external funding.
• Strong ability to secure external funding and produce high-quality scholarship.
• Ability to foster and maintain relationships with criminal justice agencies.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Criminal Justice.
• Develop and maintain an externally funded research program.
• Engage in service to the college, university, and profession.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program assessment.

Skills

Funding ability

Relationship building

Education

PhD in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Social Work or related field (ABD considered)

Job description

The University of Kentucky College of Social Work in Lexington invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-eligible Assistant Professor in Criminal Justice. The position emphasizes research, teaching, and service with a priority on external funding and contributions to undergraduate and graduate programs.

ABD candidates will be considered; initial appointments may begin Spring or Fall 2027, with on-site responsibilities and a DOE-driven effort distribution among instruction, research, and service.