Assistant Professor Of Criminal Justice

University of Arkansas at Monticello

Monticello, AR, US
Commensurate with education + experience
On-site
Teach undergraduate criminal justice
Teach general education courses
Teach specialization courses
The University of Arkansas at Monticello is seeking an Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice to teach undergraduate courses, with a preference for candidates experienced in policing, legal practice, or research methods. The position requires a doctoral degree in Criminal Justice or a related field and emphasizes student engagement in research

Job Summary

  • Candidates will be expected to teach undergraduate classes in criminal justice, including general education courses and courses in the candidate's field of specialization.
  • Preference will be given to applicants who have teaching or research experience in one or more of the following fields: policing, law and legal practice, research methods, or fields that otherwise compliment current department strengths.
  • Candidates will be expected to teach in person on the UAM campus; experience with online teaching and field experience in areas of specialization is highly desirable.

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The University of Arkansas at Monticello is seeking an Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice to teach undergraduate courses, with a preference for candidates experienced in policing, legal practice, or research methods. The position requires a doctoral degree in Criminal Justice or a related field and emphasizes student engagement in research.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • teach undergraduate criminal justice
  • teach general education courses
  • teach specialization courses

Nice-to-have

  • engage students in undergraduate research
  • experience with online teaching
  • field experience in areas of specialization

Key Requirements

  • Doctorate in Criminal Justice or closely related field
  • ABD or Master's considered at instructor level
  • Begin August 2026

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Not specified

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