Social and Behavioral Sciences - Psychology Department - Professor
About the Role
Wagner College's Division of Social & Behavioral Sciences invites applications for an open-rank, tenure-track faculty position in Criminal Justice beginning in August 2027. The successful candidate will play an integral role in the continued growth of Wagner College's Human Services major by supporting its Criminal Justice concentration through teaching, advising, recruitment, and curriculum development.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate courses including The Criminal Justice System, Criminal Procedure, Criminal Law, Criminology, Law and Society, Introduction to Sociology, and other courses consistent with their expertise and the needs of the department.
- Advise and mentor undergraduate students.
- Contribute to student recruitment and the continued growth of the Human Services major.
- Maintain an active program of scholarship.
- Participate in departmental, divisional, and college service.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Criminal Justice or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
- Demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching, student mentoring, inclusive pedagogy, and scholarly research.
- Expertise in criminal justice, criminology, criminal law, criminal procedure, law and society, or related areas (preference given to candidates with this expertise).
Candidates holding a J.D. in addition to a Ph.D. are especially encouraged to apply.
Schedule
The teaching load is 3/3, with opportunities to teach summer courses.
Application Details
Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.
Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Laurence Nolan, Interim Division Chair, Social & Behavioral Sciences: LNolan@wagner.edu.