Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice and Criminology

Salary for Announcement

The salary range for this position is $60,000 – $63,000 at Assistant Professor rank. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, education, experience, specialty and training.

MSU Denver offers excellent benefits that include medical, dental, retirement, tuition benefit, free RTD pass, and more. For a brief overview of these options, visit our Employee Benefits Summary page.

Posting Details

Posting Number

F00899

Position Title

Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice and Criminology

Position Number

F00315

Employee Category

Faculty-CAT I

Department

Criminal Justice and Criminology

EClass Code

Full time faculty - 9 mo with benefits

Position Summary

The Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology at Metropolitan State University of Denver invites applications for a tenure-track position at Assistant Professor level starting Fall 2023.

At MSU Denver, we recognize the value of everyone and every group as part of an inclusive community of belonging. Differences can include but are not limited to culture, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, language, sex, physical appearance, pregnancy, marital/partner status, age, (dis)ability, neurodiversity, creed, religious or spiritual beliefs, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, class, education, gender identity/expression, veteran status, political affiliation, political philosophy, and more. We recognize that these differences can be visible or invisible.

MSU Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that serves one of the most diverse student bodies in the State of Colorado. Our Fall 2021 student population consists of over 57% first-generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution ( HSI ) located in downtown Denver. As the third largest institution of higher education in Colorado and the only institution with an open access mission, MSU Denver is a model university for today’s college students. The University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state, as well as the most first-generation students and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals students. We are particularly interested in applicants who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented and historically minoritized groups.

Duties/Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

1. Carry a 3/3 teaching load, i.e., 9 credit hours per fall and spring semester.
2. Teach introductory and advanced courses in Criminal Justice & Criminology and/or Cybersecurity.
3. Advise (5 hours per week) with cultural awareness and sensitivity to the educational needs of students from a diverse, and non-traditional student population in an urban environment.
4. Provide service to improve the welfare of the Department, College of Health and Human Sciences, and the University, as well as the community at large.
5. Publish scholarly articles and make scholarly presentations at refereed conferences and community events commensurate with the departmental guidelines.
   
   

Faculty may also teach during the summer semester for additional compensation (subject to availability).

Required Qualifications

1. Minimum education/work experience includes one of the following: PhD in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a closely related/relevant field (with specialization in Criminal Justice or Criminology) and four years’ teaching experience; or ABD in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a closely related/relevant field (with specialization in Criminal Justice or Criminology) and four years’ teaching experience. Note: Advanced ABDs are encouraged to apply, however doctorate degree must be conferred prior to the position start date in August of 2023
2. Evidence or demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and scholarship
3. Experience working collaboratively with diverse students, faculty, and staff

Preferred Qualifications

A successful candidate will have:

• Earned Doctorate in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or Sociology with specialization in Criminal Justice or Criminology or a closely related field
• Area of specialization is open, but preference may be given to candidates who specialize in corrections, victimology, critical criminology, juvenile justice, and/or cybersecurity
• Demonstrated ability to teach a wide variety of courses in criminology, criminal justice, and/or cybersecurity
• Ability to teach across a variety of delivery methods including online, hybrid, face-to-face courses
• Evidence or demonstrated potential for community engagement (e.g., outreach to K-12 schools, community partnerships, advisory boards)

Posting date

10/28/2022

Closing date

Closing Instructions

Open Until Filled

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT)

01/06/2023

Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete applications received by January 6, 2023 will receive full consideration, but applications will be accepted after this date until the position is filled. All applications must be submitted through the university’s online system, http://www.msudenverjobs.com .

Applications must include:
1. Curriculum vitae
2. Letter of application
3. Unofficial transcripts of highest degree earned. All official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.
4. References. Prepare a list of three professional references and their contact information.

Talent Team Representative

Tanya Rogowsky

Talent Team Representative E-mail

trogowsk@msudenver.edu

Benefits

MSU Denver is pleased to offer our current and potential employees a wide array of benefit options. To learn more, please visit the following link: Employee Benefits Offerings

Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 50% first generation students and over 45% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.

MSU Denver is committed to creating and fostering a work environment and culture of belonging; we are proud of the work our employee affinity groups contribute to our culture. For more information on our employee affinity groups please visit this link .