Assistant Professor, Criminology and Criminal Justice
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About the role
Position Type: Full-Time, Tenure-Track
About the Mount
Since 1920, Mount St. Joseph University has provided an education that is based on interdisciplinary liberal arts and professional curricula emphasizing mission, values, integrity, and social responsibility. Faculty and staff deliver high-quality academics, hands-on experiential learning, and personalized attention to support student success. Join our award-winning team, recognized as a "Best College to Work for," and be part of a vibrant culture that places a premium on collaboration and belonging.
Position Summary
The Criminology and Criminal Justice program at Mount St. Joseph University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning in August 2027.
The successful candidate will teach a broad range of undergraduate courses in criminology and criminal justice, both in person and online. We seek a colleague with a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, student learning, and the mission of the University.
Responsibilities include teaching, advising and mentoring students, maintaining an active program of scholarly activity, and participating in service to the program and University.
Qualifications
Required
- An earned Ph.D. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or a closely related field by August 2027.
- Demonstrated commitment to effective undergraduate teaching and student learning.
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Legal eligibility to work in the United States without University sponsorship.
Preferred
- Experience teaching undergraduate courses in criminology or criminal justice.
- Experience teaching in both traditional classroom and online environments.
- Ability to teach a broad range of courses within the program.
Benefits
Mount St. Joseph University offers a wide array of benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
- Tuition Remission for you and your family.
- 403b Retirement
- Excellent benefits including medical, employer HSA contributions, dental, vision, life, parental leave.
- Generous PTO.
- 16 paid holidays.
- Competitive salaries.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative educational environment.
- Professional development opportunities.
Application Process
To apply, please upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references via Paycom.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Mount St. Joseph University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.