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Assistant Professor of Criminology

Coastal Carolina University · Conway, SC · 1 mo ago
Education$100k/yrPart-time

About the role

The Department of Sociology at Coastal Carolina University invites applications for a Tenure‑Track Assistant Professor of Criminology beginning Fall 2027. This is a full‑time, 9‑month faculty position. The successful candidate will teach general sociology courses as well as lower‑ and upper‑level courses in criminology, sociology, and criminal justice, and contribute to the department’s BA programs in Sociology and Criminal Justice and its minors/concentrations in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Medicine and Health, Social Justice, and Sociology. The department emphasizes close‑knit classroom experiences, experiential learning, and community/public engagement, and offers support from the Spadoni College administration for teaching, scholarship, and professional development.

Responsibilities

  • Teach general sociology courses and lower‑ and upper‑level courses in criminology, sociology, and criminal justice.
  • Prepare course materials (syllabi, etc.) and devote time to classroom/laboratory preparation.
  • Communicate with students after reviewing written exams and papers, evaluate artistic presentations, supervise independent study projects, and supervise or teach clinical internships or programs.
  • Track and report absences during the designated period as directed by the Office of the Registrar.
  • Calculate and assign grades (midterm and final) through established procedures.
  • Conduct research to create and add to knowledge in the field, including advancing new theories and principles.
  • Engage in University‑related activities such as committee assignments, meetings, and scholarly pursuits as prescribed in the Faculty Manual.
  • Hold regular office hours per College guidelines.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Sociology, Criminology, or a closely related field by the time of appointment (a J.D. or DCJ degree alone is not sufficient).
  • Evidence of excellent teaching and scholarly productivity, experiential learning, and community/public engagement.
  • Authorization

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