Position Basics
Type of Position TENURE-TRACK
Advertising Ends on: Extended Until Position is Filled
Advertising Started on: Tuesday, June 15th, 2021
College: College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
Department: Sociology and Criminology
Salary
Salary: Commensurate
Position Details
Full/Part Time Status: Full Time
Position Description:
The University of Iowa’s Department of Sociology and Criminology invites applications for an assistant professor tenure-track position with research and teaching emphases in the area of criminology, law, and justice. The position will begin in Fall 2022. We seek candidates with strong records and exceptional promise who work within any of the subareas of criminology or criminal justice system research. We are especially interested in candidates who have strong records of high quality research. Candidates also are expected to show strong promise of developing an externally funded program of research in criminology or criminal justice. In addition to maintaining an ongoing successful program of research, the faculty member holding this position is expected to teach graduate and undergraduate courses that contribute to the core missions of our Criminology, Law and Justice undergraduate program and to the education of our Ph.D. students who are specializing in criminology. Successful candidates will also have the potential to contribute to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive climate within the department and the university. We also hope to hire a candidate who can contribute to other areas of departmental strength. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Sociology, Criminology, or related field in hand by August 20, 2022.
Formal screening will begin on September 1, 2021 and will continue until the position is filled. Electronic attachments to the online application should include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, research statement, diversity statement, selected scholarly writing samples, evidence of teaching experience or effectiveness, and email contact information for three letters of recommendation. References for the finalists will be sent a link to electronically upload their letters of recommendation. Informal inquiries about the position can be directed to [email protected] (Chair of Sociology & Criminology).
The Department and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences are strongly committed to diversity, equity and inclusion; the strategic plans of the University and College reflect this commitment. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Education Requirement:
Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Sociology, Criminology, or related field in hand by August 20, 2022.
Required Qualifications:
- Strong program of research in criminology or criminal justice
- Strong potential to obtain external funding
- Excellent potential to contribute to our teaching of undergraduate and graduate courses in criminology or criminal justice, including the criminal legal system
- Ability to contribute to department’s diversity, equity, and inclusion goals
Desirable Qualifications:
- Ability to contribute to other areas of department strength
Online Application Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Name and Contact Information of References
Letter of Interest
Supporting Attachments
Research Statement
Diversity Statement
Selected scholarly writing samples
Evidence of teaching experience or effectiveness
Number of References: 3
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Contact Information
Contact: Jennifer Glanville – [email protected]
Clas-Sociology and Criminology
Seashore Hall
301 East Jefferson Street
W125 SSH
Iowa City, IA 52242
Phone: 319-335-2498
Department URL: https://clas.uiowa.edu/sociology/
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University also affirms its commitment to providing equal opportunities and equal access to University facilities. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply for all employment vacancies. For additional information on nondiscrimination policies, contact the Coordinator of Title IX and Section 504, and the ADA in The Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity, 319/335-0705 (voice) or 319/335-0697 (text), The University of Iowa, 202 Jessup Hall, Iowa City, Iowa, 52242-1316.
Persons with disabilities may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or [email protected], to inquire or discuss accommodation needs.
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