Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice

Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice
University of South Carolina Upstate

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The University of South Carolina Upstate is a positive, diverse, and empowering institution for motivated, success-minded students who want to be challenged academically, supported personally, and pushed to the boundaries of their potential in an opportunity-rich environment. Because the University of South Carolina Upstate is proud of its student body, we seek to attract a diverse applicant pool.

USCUpstate is seeking applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice to begin on August 16, 2021. The duties include: teaching four courses per semester, maintaining an active research agenda, and engaging in departmental and campus-wide service-related activities, including advising Criminal Justice majors. A strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and advising, along with scholarly activity and service, is expected.

Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must have an earned doctorate in Criminal Justice or a closely-related field.ABDcandidates with planned completion dates before 8/15/2021 may also be considered. A successful background check is required.

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates who have the ability to teach a wide range of Criminal Justice courses. Substantive areas are open, with preference for crime analysis, courts, policing, and/or ethics. Experience developing and teaching online courses is also preferred.

For a complete job description and to apply, go to https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/95950

Contact information:
Dr. Michele W. Covington
Department of Sociology, Criminal Justice, and Women's Studies
University of South Carolina Upstate
800 University Way, Spartanburg, SC 29303
Email: mcovingt@uscupstate.edu
Phone: 864-503-5719

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.

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