Assistant Professor Of Criminal Justice

University of Arkansas at Monticello

Monticello, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience
In-person
Teaching or research experience in policing
Teaching or research experience in law and legal practice
Teaching or research experience in research methods
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, law, and research methods. The position is tenure-track and requires a doctorate in Criminal Justice or a related field, with an emphasis on engaging students in research and teaching in-person

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.
  • The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community.

Matching Summary

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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, law, and research methods. The position is tenure-track and requires a doctorate in Criminal Justice or a related field, with an emphasis on engaging students in research and teaching in-person.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • teaching or research experience in policing
  • teaching or research experience in law and legal practice
  • teaching or research experience in research methods
  • interest in engaging students in undergraduate research
  • experience with online teaching highly desirable
  • field experience in areas of specialization highly desirable

Nice-to-have

  • complement current department strengths
  • safe campus community commitment

Key Requirements

  • Doctorate in Criminal Justice or closely related field
  • ABD candidates may be considered at instructor level
  • Master's degree holders may be considered at instructor level
  • Begin August 2026
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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