Assistant Professor Of Criminology

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas, US
Ph.d. in sociology or related
Active research agenda
Scholarly productivity in criminology
The Department of Sociology and Criminology invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Criminology to start in August 2026 with a competitive startup package

Job Summary

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

Matching Summary

The Department of Sociology and Criminology 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 or related
  • active research agenda
  • scholarly productivity in criminology
  • potential for externally funded research
  • contribute to teaching and mentoring

Nice-to-have

  • expertise in etiology of crime
  • neighborhoods and crime expertise
  • geospatial and temporal data analytics
  • data visualization techniques
  • contribute to departmental strengths

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Sociology, Criminology, Criminal Justice or related social science discipline
  • Evidence of ability to contribute to 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

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Sponsorship: available

Tailored Resume

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