Assistant Professor in Sociology-Criminology

The Department of Sociology at Purdue University invites applications for tenure-track Assistant Professor in the area of criminology.  The candidate must also contribute to the College initiatives in Artificial Intelligence broadly defined.

The department is searching for a candidate that can contribute theoretically and/or methodologically to sociological criminology, our new undergraduate major in digital criminology, and the College initiative in Artificial Intelligence.  Those studying the social, ethical and legal implications of AI in the criminal justice systems as well as those using machine learning and computational methodologies in the criminal justice system are encouraged to apply. 

Beyond contributions of high-quality research aligned with the description above, half of the teaching assignment will be met by teaching in the first-year sequence of the College of Liberal Arts' Cornerstone program. Candidates also will be expected to contribute to training and mentoring PhD students.

The position require a Ph.D. degree in sociology or a related field by the time of the appointment start date.

For the third consecutive year, the College of Liberal Arts at Purdue University is embarking on multiple hires with a focus on artificial intelligence (AI) to begin in Fall 2024. Representing a variety of disciplines in the College, this cohort of scholars will expand our capacity to explore the implications of developing AI across our academic domains and advance and contribute to research and educational initiatives surrounding AI in new and important ways. These positions will also include teaching in our innovative, nationally recognized Cornerstone Integrated Liberal Arts Program that educates students across the university.

To apply, please visit careers.purdue.edu .   Applicants must include: 1) a letter of application explaining how their qualifications and experience make them a good candidate for the position, 2) a curriculum vitae, 3) a research statement, 4) a teaching statement addressing the candidate’s ability to teach both graduate and undergraduate courses in social, ethical, and legal implications of AI and other computational methodologies, 5) one writing sample, and 6) contact information including current e-mail addresses for three references.

Screening of applicants will begin on October 28, 2023, and continue until the position is filled. A background check will be required for employment in this position.  For additional information, contact the Search Chair, Dr. Elizabeth Hoffmann at [email protected].

All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.