Position Summary:

The Department of Sociology and Criminology at Arkansas State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Criminology position beginning August 15, 2023. A Ph.D. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or Sociology (with a Criminology/Criminal Justice focus) conferred by the time of appointment is required. Area of expertise is open, but special consideration will be given to candidates who can expand on current departmental areas and needs such as: courts, substance abuse, law and policy, or mental health.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Teaching load of pre-tenure faculty is normally twelve hours per semester
• Faculty work load also includes research, creative activity, service, and professional development in the best interest of the students and community at large
• All faculty members are expected to assume student academic advisement responsibilities in addition to their regular teaching loads
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Knowledge, skills, and abilities required or applicable to the position responsibilities and area of specialization including special abilities

General Days/Hours:

Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Additional hours as requested and/or needed
Regular and reliable attendance

Other:

Please note: all position postings close at 12:00 A.M. CST on the position closing date

Applications should include the following:
a) cover letter describing teaching and research interests
b) curriculum vitae
c) evidence of teaching effectiveness
d) unofficial transcripts
e) contact information of three references

All questions may be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Kellie Buford, kbuford@astate.edu

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or Sociology (with a Criminology/Criminal Justice focus)