About

• Description
• The Assistant Professor of Criminology will provide instruction to undergraduate students at Heidelberg University on a 4/4 full-time teaching load. Courses may include Introduction to Criminology and Criminal Justice, Introduction to Sociology, Victimology, Juvenile Justice, Research Methods and Statistics, Corrections, and courses in the hire’s specialization. This is a non-tenure-track position beginning in August 2026.

• Review of applications will begin on January 12th, 2026 and continue until a suitable candidate is found. Interested applicants should submit a brief cover letter, a copy of their CV and/or resume, unofficial transcripts, a statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three letters of reference, at least one of which must address the applicant’s teaching ability.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach a full-time teaching load which could include: Introduction to Criminology and Criminal Justice, Research Methods and Statistics, Corrections, Victimology, Introduction to Sociology, Juvenile Justice, and new courses pertaining to the hire’s specialization.
• Utilize innovative and collaborative teaching methods in support of the School’s mission and learning objectives.
• Attend school and faculty meetings.
• Contribute to School and interdisciplinary initiatives, including recruitment and retention efforts and curriculum development.
• Participate in University activities including but not limited to: extra- and co-curricular activities supporting student success and achievement in alignment with a liberal arts tradition, academic advising, institutional and school service, and professional development activities which personally and academically enhance a professional academic career.
• Perform other essential duties as assigned in the Faculty Manual.

Supervision Received

• Reports directly to the Chair of the Behavioral Sciences School.

Supervision Exercised

• Serve as an academic supervisor for students in the Criminology major, and may supervise teaching assistants, student internships, and student research.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must demonstrate analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage several projects simultaneously.
• Ability to relate to diverse cross-sections of individuals.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Ability to travel as needed or required, work evenings and / or weekends as needed.

Core Values and Personal Attributes

• Core values – models leadership values of integrity, honesty, humility, transparency, respectfulness, diversity, caring, loyalty, and accountability in all work.
• Intellectual dynamism – demonstrates mental sharpness, capability, and agility.
• Self-knowledge – gains insight from successes and mistakes.
• Personal learning – seeks feedback and counsel to improve managerial behavior.
• Peer relationships – encourage collaboration and cooperation across the organization.
• Teamwork – performs most effectively as a hard-working member of a team.
• Constituency focus – completes work to meet constituencies’ expectations and requirements.
• Community focus – brings a spirit of enthusiasm and energy to the campus and town.
• Requirements

Required Education and Professional Experience

The successful applicant will meet one of the following criteria

• A PhD in Criminology or closely related field from an APA accredited institution.
• A.B.D. candidates will also be considered with the expectation that their doctoral degree is awarded before August 1st, 2026.
• Will qualify with equivalent professional experience as defined in the Heidelberg Faculty Manual.
• College-level teaching experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

• The search area is open, but preference will be given to candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas: critical criminology, sociological theories of crime, corrections, comparative criminology, criminalistics, or social work. Additional preference will be given to candidates with a willingness and ability to build community connections in the criminal justice system.
• History or ability to perform research with undergraduates.

• Tools and Equipment Used: Knowledge of operation and use of various office equipment including, but not limited to: personal computer, including spreadsheet and word processing software, integrated database software, scanner, and printers.

• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use arms, hands and fingers to operate and manipulate equipment generally found in an office setting. The employee may be frequently required to be mobile, communicate, and hear. The employee may occasionally be subject to a variety of outdoor environmental conditions including heat, cold, and precipitation.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Mental demands include varied degrees of occasional stress while performing job duties.

• Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in an office setting, and educational facilities including sports and entertainment venues, all of which may be indoor or outdoor. The noise level in the work environment will range from moderately quiet to occasionally loud.