Assistant Professor of Sociology & Criminal Justice (Tenure Track)

Posted on November 22nd, 2023 by Travis Dix

The Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice at Averett University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Sociology & Criminal Justice at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in August 2024. This position will primarily be responsible for teaching criminal justice courses in our program. The Department offers bachelor’s degrees in Sociology and Sociology/Criminal Justice, minors in Sociology and Criminal Justice, and a Master’s degree in Criminal Justice.

The successful candidate will teach both introductory and upper level undergraduate courses in sociology and criminal justice in addition to opportunities for teaching in the graduate program. Specifically, they will contribute to the department’s required core offerings such as Introduction to Sociology, Criminology, Criminal Justice, and Research Methods. The successful candidate will also be expected to teach criminal justice electives which might include the study of corrections, drugs and substance abuse, deviance, and/or juvenile delinquency. Ideally, they will also develop new courses in emerging and innovative areas in alignment with the Department’s focus on social justice. There will be opportunities to work with colleagues across the social sciences division, including courses in the Women’s and Gender Studies Program and the African and African American Studies Program.

The primary professional responsibilities of Averett’s faculty are: teaching, advising, and service to the University, profession and to the community. These responsibilities generally include: advising and mentoring students, participation in department, university, and campus-wide committees, maintaining office hours, working collaboratively and productively with colleagues, and participation in traditional academic functions. Averett University places emphasis on experiential learning, including the use of high impact practices (e.g., service learning, internships, undergraduate research, etc.). The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and a demonstrated commitment to mentoring students from underrepresented groups, including racially minoritized students, and cultivating inclusion and belonging.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Sociology, Criminology, or closely related field.
  • Applicants with a master’s degree and with experience in teaching may be considered for appointment at the Instructor rank.
  • A strong commitment to undergraduate teaching is expected.
  • An ability to involve and mentor students in research and/or to provide them with experiential and service learning opportunities.

Posting Close Date: Position open until filled.

To Apply: Applicants should submit (in one PDF) a letter of application, curriculum vitae, diversity statement, teaching philosophy, and an unofficial transcript to [email protected]. Three letters of recommendation will be required for candidates who are asked to interview.

Please note:

  • Background checks are required for all positions. An applicant must have an unrestricted right to work in the U.S.
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