The University of Arkansas is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Criminology to start in August 2026. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in a relevant field, a strong research agenda, and the ability to contribute to teaching and mentoring within the department
Job Summary
The Department of Sociology and Criminology invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Criminology to start in August 2026.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to the Public Policy Ph.D. and Data Science / Analytics B.A. programs.
The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance, with a comprehensive benefits package.
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The University of Arkansas is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Criminology to start in August 2026. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in a relevant field, a strong research agenda, and the ability to contribute to teaching and mentoring within the department.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Ph.D. in Sociology, Criminology, Criminal Justice
active research agenda and scholarly productivity
externally funded program of research
teaching and mentoring missions
Nice-to-have
etiology of crime expertise
geospatial and temporal data analytics
data visualization techniques
community, inequality/stratification, and health
Key Requirements
Ph.D. in Sociology, Criminology, Criminal Justice or related social science
Evidence of ability to contribute to departmental programmatic needs
Evidence of active research agenda and scholarly productivity
Demonstrated potential of developing externally funded research
Evidence of ability to contribute to teaching and mentoring missions