Location : Alliance, OH
Job Type: Faculty - Full Time
Job Number: 2024-00357
Department: Academic Affairs
Division: Faculty
Opening Date: 12/16/2024
Description
The University of Mount Union is seeking applications for an Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice in the Department of Social Sciences to begin August 2025.
Responsibilities
We welcome applicants with a wide range of expertise, however, the successful candidate will be responsible for teaching criminal justice classes in Victimology, and one or more of the following areas: Social Research Methods, Sociological and Criminological Theory, and Law. Candidates will be expected to serve as advisor and mentor to undergraduate students, supporting them in research as well as identifying experiential learning opportunities.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice or related field. ABD with teaching experience will be considered.
The ideal candidate will be able to present a combination of evidence of teaching effectiveness, a demonstrated commitment to undergraduate education, and professional experience in the field of criminal justice.
Descriptive Information
To apply for this position, and to ensure full consideration , applicants must submit the required documents listed below:

• Letter of Application/Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae

After a screening process, some applicants may be asked to provide:

• Course evaluations (if available)
• Three letters of recommendation

Review of applications to begin January 15th, 2025.
To apply, please submit the required documents to:
Questions may be submitted to search chair: Aaron J. Howell, Ph.D.
For benefit eligible positions, the University of Mount Union provides a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to: free tuition, generous retirement contribution, medical/RX insurance through AultCare, dental and vision insurance, and group life and disability insurance. The University of Mount Union prides itself on its dedication to the health and well-being of its community and offers tobacco cessation resources, as all campus buildings and property are tobacco free.
* Participation in most benefit programs is optional and participation is effective after the completion of the formal enrollment process and after the appropriate waiting periods. A detailed explanation of benefits offered for this position is provided by Human Resources during on-campus interviews.