Criminal justice tenure-track assistant professor

The Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminal Justice in the College of Arts and Sciences at Seton Hall University invites applications for an Assistant Professor position, with an anticipated start date of August 15, 2027. The Criminal Justice program consists of a 36-credit hour curriculum and serves nearly 300 undergraduate majors and minors. The ideal candidate should be able to teach a broad range of undergraduate courses in Criminal Justice and Criminology including, but not limited to, criminology theory, qualitative methods, and senior seminar, and hold a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or Sociology.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be expected to engage in an active research program and teach Criminal Justice and Criminology courses at the undergraduate level. The candidate is also expected to be proficient in academic advising and student mentoring, program and curricular development, and other institutional service activities.

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or Sociology from an accredited university, with a dissertation related to Criminal Justice or Criminology. ABD candidates may be considered. A Juris Doctorate (J.D.) will not be considered sufficient.
• A demonstrated record of and agenda for continued scholarship in Criminal Justice or Criminology.
• Undergraduate teaching experience in one or more of the following areas: courts, criminal law, or corrections.

Desired Qualifications:

• Research or teaching interests in one of the following areas: courts, corrections, homeland security, big data, machine learning/artificial intelligence.
• Leadership and mentorship in teaching, research, or service that supports an equitable and diverse scholarly environment.
• Experience in student advisement.
• Prior professional experience relevant to assigned course topics.
• Able to develop online and hybrid modes of course delivery.

Licenses and Certificates:

Exempt

Salary Range:

$70,108- $77,898

Exempt/Nonexempt:

Exempt

Physical Demands:

General Office Environment

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• Screening of applications begins on November 1, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
• The preferred position start date is August 15, 2027.
• A complete application consists of: (1) a letter of application addressing the qualifications cited above, including past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) teaching statement; (4) research statement; and (5) the names and contact information of at least three professional references. Other documentation may be requested once a candidate is under consideration.

Benefits Information:

Full Time Benefits

Life today is complex. That’s why Seton Hall University offers a comprehensive package of benefits and programs to help you simplify and enrich your life.

These benefits are important elements of your total university compensation package. Benefits include but are not limited to bundled medical, prescription, and vision insurance, dental insurance, and life insurance, and retirement plan. More information is available at https://www.shu.edu/human-resources/benefits.html.

Seton Hall University is located in South Orange, New Jersey, 14 miles from New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesan institution of higher education in the United States and is home to about 6,300 undergraduate and 3,700 graduate students. A vibrant and culturally inclusive community, Seton Hall pursues academic excellence and ethical development in a collaborative environment and prepares its students to be servant leaders in their professional and community lives. Seton Hall University is an equal opportunity employer. It honors diverse perspectives and welcomes employees from all faith traditions. In turn, its employees respect Catholic beliefs and values, engage in servant leadership, and support the University’s mission as a Catholic institution of higher education.