Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice

Widener University is currently seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice in the College of Arts and Sciences to begin August 2025.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to):

This position has a teaching load of 4/3 (12 semester hours/9 semester hours) and involves teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level. The candidate is also expected to serve as an academic advisor to undergraduate criminal justice majors. The area of specialization is open. The successful candidate will have demonstrated excellence in teaching, be expected to pursue an active research agenda, and contribute to university and professional service.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (education/training and experience required):

Required:

Commitment to undergraduate education, clear evidence of scholarly potential, and a Ph.D. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or a closely related discipline. ABD candidates may be considered if the Ph.D. will be completed by August 2025.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Widener University is committed to fostering an inclusive community in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.

Some positions may be eligible for a hybrid or remote work arrangement that may include a partially or fully remote work location, consistent with Widener's Flexible Work policy. U.S. work authorization is required.

Widener University, an independent, metropolitan, doctoral-intensive university, connects curricula to social issues through civic engagement. Dynamic teaching, active scholarship, personal attention and experiential learning are key components of the Widener Experience. Located in Chester, PA, Widener's main campus is nestled between Philadelphia, PA and Wilmington, DE, with Law Schools located in both Harrisburg and Wilmington. For more information about the university, please visit our website at www.widener.edu.

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