Asst Professor - Criminal Justice

The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities.  We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives. 

JOB TITLE:   

Assistant Professor - Criminal Justice

JOB PURPOSE:   

 The Department of Criminal Justice and Sociology invites applications for one (1) tenure track position in Criminal Justice starting Fall Semester, 2025. This position will be hired at the Assistant Professor rank with a preferred specialization in cybercrime and/or the intersection of criminal justice and emerging technologies. Other areas of specialization may be considered that expand the breadth of our Department and/or build on existing areas of strength. The successful candidate should have the capacity to contribute to teaching in key areas of need in our curriculum such as Comparative Criminal Justice, Criminal Courts and Process, and Ethics. The University of Wyoming’s teaching load is 5 courses per academic year with course reductions possible. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Teach 5 courses over the academic year
• Maintain active scholarly research and professional development
• Advise and mentor students
• Provide service to the department, college, and university

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:  

As directed

COMPETENCIES:  

Assistant Professor rank with a preferred specialization in cybercrime and/or the intersection of criminal justice and emergent technologies, and the ability to teach courses such as Comparative Criminal Justice, Criminal Courts and Process, and/or Ethics.

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or related field at the time of appointment. A Juris Doctorate degree alone does not fulfill the employment requirements. 
• Demonstrated record of – or potential for – peer-reviewed publications. 
• Demonstrated teaching experience in Criminal Justice at the college and/or university level. (Experience as a teaching assistant at the college or university level meets this qualification). 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Ability to develop and deliver undergraduate courses in the field of cybercrime or related fields. 
• Ability to teach in areas of need within our curriculum, including Comparative Criminal Justice, Criminal Courts and Process, and Ethics.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain an active research agenda leading to peer reviewed publications.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college and/or university level. 
• Demonstrated ability to contribute effectively to the delivery of our undergraduate program with traditional classroom instruction and online education. 
• Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate advising and service. 
• Potential for grant activity.

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Qualified individuals should submit:

1) A vita that thoroughly covers academic and professional work history; 

2) A cover letter that addresses the applicant’s: 

• Interest in and qualifications for the position, 
• Ability to develop and maintain an active research agenda that will lead to peer reviewed publications and potential for grant activity, 
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college and/or university level, 
• Demonstrated ability to contribute effectively to the delivery of the Criminal Justice undergraduate program (traditional classroom instruction as well as online education),
• Commitment to undergraduate advising and service; 

3) Statement of teaching philosophy, summary of teaching evaluations, and evaluations from the two most recent courses (if available) 

4) Contact information for three references, who may be consulted regarding the applicant’s qualifications and suitability for this position. 

Questions about the search should be directed to Dr. Clair Uding cuding@uwyo.edu. This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 10/13/2024 will receive full consideration. 

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.   

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