Assistant Professor, Educator, School of Criminal Justice

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to over 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 332,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, global leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion.

UC is a Research I Institution that grants doctorates in 98 areas. The School of Criminal Justice grants the BS, MS, and PhD degrees. The School also houses research centers specializing in corrections, policing, criminal justice, justice and communities, and crime science. The School offers specializations in crime prevention, policing, corrections, criminal justice, and criminology. Further information about the University and the School is available at http://www.cech.uc.edu/criminaljustice/. The city of Cincinnati offers a range of multi-cultural activities and amenities in addition to attractive and affordable housing.

The School of Criminal Justice at the University of Cincinnati is seeking applications for an Assistant Professor – Educator (non-tenure track), with an appointment starting August 15, 2024, although the start date is negotiable. This is a 12-month per year teaching position.

An Assistant Professor – Educator at the University of Cincinnati is expected to teach and perform other professional or creative activities (e.g., oversee field placement activities, work with student organizations). This position will support the University of Cincinnati’s mission and commitment to excellence and diversity in our students, faculty, staff, and all our activities. 

•    Master’s degree in criminal justice from a regionally accredited college or university of recognized standing in Criminology/Criminal Justice or a related discipline in the social or behavioral sciences by the time of appointment.
•    Teaching experience in postsecondary criminal justice program.

•    Successful teaching in a criminal justice program at the postsecondary level as substantiated by student evaluations and formal assessments. 
•    Evidence of experience integrating writing, thinking skills, and field experience in the teaching of criminal justice.
•    Successful use of technology to support instruction. 

Interested persons must apply online at https://jobs.uc.edu. Applicants must submit the following documents:

•    Cover letter detailing interest and qualifications for the position, highlighting skills and expertise relevant to the essential functions of the position and qualifications listed above. 
•    Curriculum Vitae
•    Description of teaching experience, to include courses taught and use of instructional technology.
•    List of three references who would be able to speak to prior teaching experience and quality of teaching. 

All required documents must be attached to your online application.  For more information, please contact:

J.C. Barnes, Ph.D.
School or Criminal Justice
University of Cincinnati
[email protected] 

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  The position is contingent on available funding. 

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html .

FOR ALL FACULTY HIRES OFFICIAL ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS WILL BE REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF HIRE

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] . 

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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