Tenure-Track Criminal Justice Scholar: Research & Teaching

Colorado Psychiatric; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The School of Public Affairs at the University of Colorado Denver invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice position beginning Fall 2027. We seek a collegial scholar with a strong research trajectory and a commitment to excellence in teaching, mentoring, and service.

The successful candidate will join our nationally recognized Criminal Justice program and contribute to both undergraduate and graduate education.

Qualifications

• PhD in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
• Evidence of, or strong potential for, an active and productive research agenda.
• Demonstrated ability to teach effectively at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Commitment to student success and mentoring.
• Ability to contribute to the School's mission through teaching, research, and service.

Responsibilities

• Teach core and elective courses for BACJ/MCJ programs.
• Develop and mentor an active research program; pursue external funding.
• Contribute to service, committees, and program development.
• Engage in inclusive excellence and community-engaged scholarship.

Skills

Research trajectory

Teaching excellence

Mentoring

Collaborative work

Education

PhD in Criminal Justice/Criminology or related field

Job description

The School of Public Affairs at the University of Colorado Denver invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice position beginning Fall 2027. We seek a collegial scholar with a strong research trajectory and a commitment to excellence in teaching, mentoring, and service.

The successful candidate will join our nationally recognized Criminal Justice program and contribute to both undergraduate and graduate education.