Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Criminology & Criminal Justice

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 10/17/2024

Position Summary:

The Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Northern Colorado is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor.

Job Duties:

This position has a workload distribution of 60% teaching (3-3 teaching load), 20% professional activity, and 20% service. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate potential for teaching excellence in traditional and online settings, developing and maintaining an active research agenda, and participating in department, college, and community service activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Sociology, or a closely related field is expected. ABDs will be considered. The ability to teach both undergraduate and graduate level classes is expected.

Preferred Qualifications: 

Preference will be given to applicants with research and teaching interests in courts, policing, cybercrime, victim studies, diversity and ethics in criminal justice, and applied analysis for criminal justice. The desired applicant will have potential to teach both online and in-person university-level classes, possess membership in professional organizations, demonstrate potential in research and/or grant writing, and highlight evidence of service. In addition, the candidate must highlight evidence of diversity in their teaching practices. Each of the items above should be identified in the applicant’s cover letter. A research statement should also be included to identify the applicant’s research agenda they wish to implement as an Assistant Professor. This includes potential for grant activity, publications, or service to the field.

Target Start Date: August 18th. 2025

Contact and Application Deadline:

To apply, complete the online application at https://unco.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home?c=unco, submitting (1) a cover letter that addresses your teaching philosophy, highlighting how you promote equity and inclusion in your teaching/research/service; (2) a letter that highlights your current research interests and projects; (3) a current CV; and (4) contact information for three references. Review of materials will begin October 17, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.  Questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Kyle Ward at kyle.ward@unco.edu.

Benefits:
Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed at 0.5 FTE or above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.

About UNC
The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC’s commitment to education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational force for our students. According to CollegeNet’s Social Mobility Index, UNC ranked #1 in social mobility (2022). UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC’s Career Hub,to learn more about UNC’s strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears!

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
The University of Northern Colorado believes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is the pathway to achieving an inclusive community and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. UNC supports the growth of individuals who care about race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability – to honor the intersectionality of our campus. Please visit UNC’s Career Hub to learn more about UNC’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

AAEO Employer
The University of Northern Colorado is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer that is committed to a culturally diverse staff, faculty, and student body.

The University will not engage in unlawful discrimination in employment or educational services against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Veteran status and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is the University’s policy to prohibit discrimination in employment or educational services on the basis of sexual orientation or political affiliation. The University will likewise take affirmative action to ensure that student applicants and enrolled students are treated during the enrollment at the University without regard to race, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability or veteran status. Such affirmative action shall include, but not be limited to the following: employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff, retirement, or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship. Furthermore, the University will post in conspicuous places, notice setting forth the provisions of this University’s Equal Opportunity Policy.

Federal regulations require that the University of Northern Colorado retain all documents submitted by applicants. Materials will not be returned or copied for applicants.

Background Check
Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.

This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.

Clery Act
In compliance with the Clery Act, the most recent University of Northern Colorado Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online. A paper copy can be requested at the UNC Police Department. This report contains crime statistics and policy statements related to safety, conduct processes and Title IX investigations.