Tenure-Track Sociology and Criminal Justice Professor

University-of-Main; Orono (ME); On-site; USD 65,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maine in Orono invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Sociology with focus on Criminal Justice. The new faculty member will teach undergraduate courses, develop an active research program, and engage with students and community partners to advance teaching, scholarship, and public outreach.

The appointment strengthens the department's instructional and research capacity, promotes interdisciplinary collaboration, and supports strategic priorities across the

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or advanced ABD (degree conferral will be required before position start date).
• Specialization in criminal justice, criminology, or sociology with a strong background in the study of crime, law, and justice.
• Experience and demonstrated ability in undergraduate teaching in areas of candidate’s specialization.
• Evidence of an active research agenda with strong promise of scholarly productivity, including peer‑reviewed publications, related to criminal justice, law and society, and/or criminology.
• Evidence of ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary department.

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate courses in criminal justice and sociology (3-2 load) and mentoring undergraduate students.
• Maintain an active program of scholarly research leading to peer‑reviewed publications; engage undergraduates in research.
• Contribute to the mission of the department, college, and university through service on committees and engagement with professional and community partners.

Skills

Undergraduate teaching

Research program development

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Public engagement

Education

PhD or ABD

Job description

University of Maine in Orono invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Sociology with focus on Criminal Justice. The new faculty member will teach undergraduate courses, develop an active research program, and engage with students and community partners to advance teaching, scholarship, and public outreach.

The appointment strengthens the department's instructional and research capacity, promotes interdisciplinary collaboration, and supports strategic priorities across the