Assistant Professor/Associate Professor

The Department of Criminology & Criminal Justice at The University of Alabama invites applications for one or more tenure-line Assistant or Associate Professors. The area of specialization is open. Candidates should have an established research agenda and the potential to secure external funding. We especially seek applications from candidates who would bring a diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and research perspectives to the department and who have demonstrated an ability to teach, mentor, and recruit diverse groups.

The Department of Criminology & Criminal Justice has a growing, research active faculty and strong Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programs. The University of Alabama has an R1 Carnegie Classification. The department provides ample support for high caliber research, including a competitive teaching load, an opportunity for pre-tenure research leave, and generous support for conducting and presenting research. For additional information about our department, please visit our website at http://cj.ua.edu. The University of Alabama, founded in 1831, is the state’s flagship institution with an enrollment of over 38,000 students. For information about working at The University of Alabama see https://careers.ua.edu/.

To apply, candidates should go to http://facultyjobs.ua.edu/postings/49254 to complete an online application and upload (1) a letter of application, (2) a curriculum vitae, and (3) a research statement. References will be requested of finalists. Inquiries about the position should be sent to cjdept@as.ua.edu. Review of applications will begin October 15, 2021 and will continue until the position is filled. The University of Alabama is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity, and the diversity of its workforce.