Central Connecticut State University invites applications for a full-time, Assistant Professor in the Criminology and Criminal Justice Department.  The Criminology Department’s mission is to lead the state of Connecticut in the creation and dissemination of theoretical, scientific, and practical knowledge of Criminal Justice and is a growing multi-disciplinary department offering a B.A. in Criminology and a M.S. in Criminal Justice.  Candidates are expected to be committed to multiculturalism and working with a diverse student body.

Required Qualifications:

• A doctorate in criminology/criminal justice or related field at the time of appointment from an accredited doctoral program.  ABD considered if the completion of the Ph.D. is by June 2018 (A J.D. is not considered a terminal degree for this position)
• Demonstrated commitment to serving culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse communities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Areas of specialization are open.  Priority will be given to those applicants with expertise in areas that complement the current faculty members' areas of specialization (click here to visit the Department webpage/faculty profiles)
• College and/or University teaching experience in a regionally accredited institution
• A record of scholarly activity (e.g., publications and presentations at professional conferences).  Acceptable publications and presentations are those that have been externally-reviewed for appropriateness (e.g., peer-reviewed journal articles and conference presentations, edited book chapters or books).  Self-published material will not qualify
• Evidence of college/university and professional service, especially with underserved populations.

For full consideration, applications must be received by January 15, 2018 for an August 2018 appointment.  Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

For more information and application instructions go to: https://hrat.ccsu.edu/default.php.

Central Connecticut State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer