Assistant Professor Of Criminology

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
Ph.d. in sociology, criminology, criminal justice
Active research agenda and scholarly productivity
Teaching and mentoring missions
The University of Arkansas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Criminology to start in August 2026, with a competitive startup package

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Criminology 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, with duties split between teaching (40%), research (40%), and service (20%).
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment, a healthy work-life balance, and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement programs.

Matching Summary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. in Sociology, Criminology, Criminal Justice
  • active research agenda and scholarly productivity
  • teaching and mentoring missions
  • externally funded program of research

Nice-to-have

  • geospatial and temporal data analytics
  • data visualization techniques
  • mentoring undergraduate and graduate students
  • community, inequality/stratification, and health

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. required
  • Legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

Sponsorship: available

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