Assistant Professor - Criminology
Little Rock, AR 
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Job Description
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NoInstitution Name: University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:Criminal Justice Department


Department's Website:

https://ualr.edu/criminaljustice/Summary of Job Duties:The University of Arkansas Little Rock (UA Little Rock) School of Criminal Justice and Criminology invites applications for one tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin August 2022. We seek candidates with a Ph.D. (or completed all Ph.D. requirements before employment commences) in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or a closely related field. Applicants who are ABD and are close to completion will also be considered, but the Ph.D. should be earned prior to employment. The area of specialization is open, however, candidates with strong expertise in courts and sentencing, juvenile delinquency/justice, or statistics are encouraged to apply. The position includes teaching in face-to-face and online formats. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.Qualifications:Required Education and/or Experience
  • Ph.D. or ABD in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or a closely related field;

  • A J.D. (law degree) is not appropriate for this position.

Preferred Education and/or Experience
  • Specialization is open, however, candidates with strong expertise in courts and sentencing, juvenile delinquency/justice, or statistics are encouraged to apply.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
  • Teach online or face-to-face formats at the undergraduate, master's, and doctoral level;

  • Work positively with faculty, staff, students, and the community;

  • Mentor students across the curriculum;

  • Conduct and disseminate scholarly research;

  • Serve the department, the university, and the community;

  • Perform other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Expertise in courts and sentencing, juvenile delinquency/justice, or statistics;

  • Commitment to teaching and mentoring students;

  • Willingness to teach in both online and face-to-face formats;

  • Active research agenda in Criminology or Criminal Justice;


Additional Information:

Please upload all required documents in the "Resume" attachment section of your application (before hitting the submit button), if you want to be considered for this position.


Salary Information:

$60,000 annual


Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, Diversity Statement, Letters of Recommendation, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Statement of Research Philosophy, Statement of Teaching Philosophy, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)


Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:Please upload Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, 3 Professional References, 3 Letters of Recommendation, Statement of Research Philosophy, Statement of Teaching Philosophy, Diversity Statement, and transcripts.


Recruitment Contact Information:

Dr. James Golden, Professor and Interim Director, jwgolden@ualr.edu


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Talking, WalkingFrequent Physical Activity:StandingOccasional Physical Activity:LiftingBenefits Eligible:Yes
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to age, race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
Open
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