Assistant Professor Of Criminology

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA
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Ph.d. in sociology, criminology, criminal justice
Active research agenda and scholarly productivity
Externally funded program of research potential
** The University of Arkansas is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Criminology to join its Department of Sociology and Criminology, starting in August 2026. The ideal candidate will possess a Ph.D. in a relevant field and demonstrate a strong research agenda along with teaching capabilities. **

Job Summary

  • The Department of Sociology and Criminology invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Criminology to start in August 2026, offering 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 comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, 12 holidays, and a choice of retirement programs.

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** The University of Arkansas is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Criminology to join its Department of Sociology and Criminology, starting in August 2026. The ideal candidate will possess a Ph.D. in a relevant field and demonstrate a strong research agenda along with teaching capabilities. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. in Sociology, Criminology, Criminal Justice
  • Active research agenda and scholarly productivity
  • Externally funded program of research potential
  • Teaching and mentoring missions contribution

Nice-to-have

  • Expertise in etiology of crime
  • Geospatial and temporal data analytics
  • Data visualization techniques
  • Community, inequality/stratification, and health

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Sociology, Criminology, Criminal Justice or related
  • Evidence of research productivity
  • Demonstrated potential for external funding
  • Ability to contribute to teaching and mentoring

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Sponsorship: available

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