Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice and Criminology - 9MONTH

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Closing Date: Type of Position: Faculty - Tenure/Tenure Track Workstudy Position: No Job Type: Academic Term (Fixed Term) Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution 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. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process please contact Human Resources at 501-916-3180 . For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 501-916-3180 . Department: Criminal Justice Department Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties: The duties of this position include teaching courses in both face-to-face and online formats within the School of Criminal Justice and Criminology. The tenure-track nature of the role would also encompass the standard academic responsibilities of conducting research and scholarship, serving on institutional committees, and providing service to the university. 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 Strong expertise in courts and sentencing, juvenile delinquency/justice, or statistics. 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 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: Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume Optional Documents: Special Instructions to Applicants: Recruitment Contact Information: Michael Cavanaugh, Director of the School of Criminal Justice and Criminology, 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 institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. 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, Sitting, Talking Frequent Physical Activity: N/A Occasional Physical Activity: N/A Benefits Eligible: Yes