Adjunct Faculty - Criminal Justice; Undergraduate - Corrections, Criminology, and Research Methods

Position

Purpose:

Aurora University seeks talented adjunct faculty who are passionate about teaching and learning. Adjunct faculty are qualified part-time instructors offered teaching opportunities based on course demand and staffing.

The Criminal Justice Department is seeking qualified adjunct instructors for the 2026–2027 academic year to teach undergraduate courses in Corrections
, Criminology
, and Research Methods
. This position requires on-ground, in-person instruction, often scheduled during daytime hours for the Spring 2027 semester.

• Corrections: Lead students through an examination of jails, probation, prisons, and parole. Key topics include institutional management, recidivism, rehabilitation, and current trends in the field. The instructor will be responsible for coordinating "field experiences" outside the classroom to help students apply course material.
• Criminology: Provide an introduction to theories of criminal causation and control, while covering the history and development of the criminological enterprise. Emphasis should be placed on the social meaning of crime, victims, and punishment.
• Research Methods: Instruct students on the basic principles of social science research, including ethics, data collection, and preparation. A critical component of this course is leading computer lab exercises where students utilize SPSS to enter and analyze data.

• Teaching
  
  Experience:
  
  Candidates must have demonstrative experience teaching undergraduate criminological theory and research methods. Prior experience in a higher education classroom is strongly preferred.
• Quantitative
  
  Skills:
  
  Demonstrated experience using quantitative tools and methods is required, specifically proficiency in teaching students how to produce and interpret statistical information.
• Practical
  
  Experience:
  
  Relevant practical experience in the criminal justice or correctional system is preferred to provide real-world context to theoretical concepts.
• Other
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to mentor students through practical "field experiences" and assist them in becoming informed consumers of criminal justice information.

A master's degree in a related field, or a law degree, is required. College-level teaching experience is strongly preferred.

The anticipated pay rate for this position is $1,100 per credit hour. This compensation is subject to change at the sole discretion of the university, based on institutional needs.