Assistant/Associate Professor of Criminal Justice
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Posting DetailsPosition Information Job Title Assistant/Associate Professor of Criminal Justice Requisition No. 0000733 Job Description Summary The Department of Sociology, Anthropology, Social Work, & Criminal Justice invites applications for the position of full-time, Assistant or Associate Professor in Criminal Justice. We are seeking candidates who can teach core criminal justice courses. Police and Society is preferred but we are open to applicants who can teach other core courses such as Delinquency and Juvenile Justice, Criminal Law and the Courts, and Corrective and Rehabilitative Institutions. We are also open to other criminal justice specialties. Applicants must provide evidence of an active research agenda. A productive research program is a requirement for this position. Candidates with both quantitative and qualitative skills are encouraged to apply. Oakland University's Criminal Justice program values diversity and issues related to social justice. Therefore, candidates must demonstrate experience with or a commitment to diversity and inclusion. The successful candidate will teach three courses in one semester and two in another semester.Minimum Qualifications A Ph.D. in sociology, criminology, or criminal justice is required. ABD candidates will be considered but will be appointed at the rank of Instructor until evidence of Ph.D. completion is provided. A background in sociology is preferred. Applicants must provide evidence of an active research agenda.Special Instructions to Applicants Please use this link to apply for the position. Instructions for Applicants (Assistant Professor Position)Applicants must upload the following documents for application: Cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, statement on teaching philosophy, statement on your contributions to diversity and social justice (diversity statement), one writing sample, and unofficial transcripts. Applicants will be asked for the names and email addresses of three references in the application process. References will be contacted to upload the letter of reference directly. Application materials will only be accepted through the online application system (mailed or emailed applications will not be considered).Instructions for Applicants (Associate Professor Position)Applicants must upload the following documents for application: Cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, statement on teaching philosophy, statement on your contributions to diversity and social justice (diversity statement), one writing sample, and unofficial transcripts. In addition, candidates applying for the Associate Professor position must meet the Department of Sociology, Anthropology, Social Work, and Criminal Justice's criteria for achieving tenure and provide evidence of teaching effectiveness in the form of teaching documents. Teaching documents include: course evaluations and other teaching materials such as syllabi and assignment samples. Finally, applicants for the Associate Professor position are expected to have engaged in various, applicable levels of service (i.e. departmental, college, university, professional). Applicants will be asked for the names and email addresses of three references in the application process. References will be contacted to upload the letter of reference directly. Application materials will only be accepted through the online application system (mailed or emailed applications will not be considered).The deadline to submit all application materials is November 20th, 2024. If you have questions or require additional information about the position, please contact Watoii Rabii, Faculty Search Chair, at ...@oakland.edu.School/College & Department/Program Summary A unit of the College of Arts & Sciences, the interdisciplinary department enrolls approximately 1,000 undergraduate majors. The Criminal Justice Program offers specializations in Homeland Security and Information Security and Assurance.More About Oakland University The University is located on 1,443 acres of scenic land in the cities of Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills in Oakland County, Michigan. The University offers 142 bachelor's degree programs and 138 graduate degree and certificate programs. Academics include programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, School of Education and Human Services, School of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Health Sciences, School of Medicine and School of Nursing. As an anchor institution in southeastern Michigan that is dedicated to building ongoing, collaborative relationships, Oakland University embraces community and civic engagement to enhance the lives of its students and positively impact the broader community. Learn more about Oakland University's Mission & Vision and Strategic Plan.Pay BasisOpen Date 09/04/2024 Open Until Filled Yes Job Category Full-time Faculty EEO Statement Oakland University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.