Assistant Professor Of Sociology & Criminology

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA
Salary is commensurate with experience + qualifica...
Ph.d. in sociology or criminology
Active research agenda
Scholarly productivity
The Department of Sociology & Criminology invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor to start in August 2026, with a competitive startup package

Job Summary

  • The Department of Sociology & Criminology invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor to start in August 2026, with a competitive startup package.
  • The successful candidate will contribute to the Public Policy Ph.D. and Data Science / Analytics B.A. programs, focusing on research areas such as criminology, community, social inequality, and health.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment, a healthy work-life balance, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement programs.

Matching Summary

The Department of Sociology & Criminology invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor to start in August 2026, with a competitive startup package.

Salary

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications; Benefits: university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. in Sociology or Criminology
  • Active research agenda
  • Scholarly productivity
  • Contribute to departmental strengths
  • Teaching, mentoring, research, outreach, service

Nice-to-have

  • Potential for securing research funding
  • Scholarship addressing interlocking inequalities
  • Teach graduate and undergraduate courses

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. or terminal degree
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Sponsorship: available

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