Assistant Professor Tenure-Track Faculty Position Criminal Justice

The Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs (“O’Neill School” hereafter) at Indiana University (IU) invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice. The O’Neill School has locations on the Bloomington and Indianapolis campuses of IU and this position will be located on the Indianapolis campus. The O’Neill School welcomes all areas of specialization within the disciplines of criminology and criminal justice. We foster an interdisciplinary research environment and welcome applicants with a Ph.D. in many related fields (e.g., criminal justice, criminology, sociology, public administration, public policy, political science, economics). The successful candidate will be expected to deliver courses within the core curriculum of our undergraduate and graduate programs. The start date of the position is August 1, 2025. Candidates must have completed their Ph.D. by the time of appointment.

The successful candidate will show evidence of an active or emerging, high-quality research agenda with evidence of, or strong potential to develop, an externally funded research program. Candidates are expected to demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring students from diverse backgrounds (e.g., first-generation college students, low-income students, racial and ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+). The standard teaching assignment for tenured and tenure-track faculty is four courses per year (e.g., 2/2 load).

Review of applications will begin September 20, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, please submit a (1) a cover letter outlining your research interests, teaching interests, and qualifications; (2) a curriculum vitae; and (3) names and contact information of three people who can provide letters of recommendation. Submit the document through our online application system:https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/25458  

The O’Neill School is the largest public administration and public policy school in the United States. According to the 2024 U.S. News and World Report Rankings of Best Public Affairs Graduate Schools, the O’Neill School on the Indianapolis campus ranks nationally as the:

• #2 – Nonprofit Management
• #12 – Environmental Policy & Management
• #16 – Urban Policy
• #20 – Local Government Management
• #39 – Overall Best Graduate Program

Only blocks away from the state capitol, municipal government, and countless non-profit and industry organizations, our campus is centrally located to foster community partnerships to enhance research, teaching, and service opportunities. Already recognized as the state’s premier urban research institution, and with historic support from the Indiana legislature, the IU-Indianapolis campus has charted a path to enhance its reputation and performance as one of the leading national urban research institutions in the country. This accelerated pathway is articulated in our bold IUI 2030 Strategic Plan.

Indianapolis, encompassing a metropolitan population of 1.9 million, is the 14th-largest city in the nation and is the state’s capital. This diverse city boasts a high quality of life, low cost of living, and easy commutes. Indianapolis has six thriving Cultural Districts, each offering a distinct mix of shopping, dining, and entertainment. Named “the biggest and boldest step by any American city” by Project for Public Spaces in New York City, the $63 million Indianapolis Cultural Trail is an internationally acclaimed eight-mile biking and walking trail that connects all six of Indy's Cultural Districts. Indy is one of the country’s most walkable cities, with numerous parks, paths, and recreational amenities promoting a healthy and active lifestyle. Indianapolis is home to outstanding cultural institutions as well as companies such as Eli Lilly & Co, Roche Diagnostics, Salesforce, and Dow AgroSciences. Indianapolis, often called Indy, is home to the Indiana Pacers of the National Basketball Association (NBA), Indiana Fever (WNBA), and the Indianapolis Colts of the National Football League (NFL) and is widely recognized for hosting the Indianapolis 500, the world’s oldest major automobile race which takes place each year on Memorial Day weekend. Indianapolis also regularly hosts major sports events such as the NCAA Final Four. Traveling to and around Indianapolis is easy, convenient, and affordable. Indianapolis International Airport (IND) is approximately 15 minutes from downtown and has been named the best airport in North America by Airports Council International for seven consecutive years. Known as the Crossroads of America, Indy is within a day’s drive of over half of the country’s population.

Direct any questions to Ranna Johnson (rannjohn@iu.edu), Director of Human Resources. Information about the O’Neill School can be found at https://oneill.indianapolis.iu.edu/.