Tenure-Track Associate Professor in Criminal Justice

Tenure-Track Associate Professor in Criminal Justice

Position Title:

Tenure-Track Associate Professor in Criminal Justice

Location:

Boone, NC (Appalachian State University)

Position Type:
Full Time, Tenure Track. Rank:
Associate Professor. Position Number: 008361.

VISA sponsorship is available. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a related discipline. ABDs will not be considered. A J.D. is not sufficient.

Preferred qualifications:

Generalist experience teaching a variety of core courses in the discipline and an appropriate record of scholarship.

The Department of Government and Justice Studies (GJS) has over 900 undergraduate majors in criminal justice and political science and over 60 graduate students in political science and public administration. It has more than 30 full‑time faculty who are at the forefront of their diverse areas of expertise and are amongst the most honored teachers at Appalachian State University. Additional information about the Department of Government and Justice Studies can be found at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..edu
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The teaching load is 3 courses per semester for faculty with an active research agenda. Teaching assignments will be predominantly in‑person classes to serve Appalachian State’s Boone Campus; however, opportunities for instruction at App State’s Hickory campus or online instruction may be available depending on program need.

Other duties include participation in departmental meetings, committee service, and contribution to research and scholarship.

To apply, please submit electronically through Appalachian State University’s Job Board:

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae
• Full contact information for three current references familiar with the candidate who can speak to the candidate’s teaching and scholarship qualifications

Optional documents may be submitted.

Posting Date: 02/16/2026. Closing Date:
Open Until Filled. Evaluation of Applications Begins: 03/16/2026. Proposed Date of Hire: 08/01/2026. Suggested Salary:
Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

ABD Consideration:
No ABD consideration. Only candidates with an earned doctorate or terminal degree from an accredited institution will be considered for the position. Since ABD will not meet the minimum requirements, ABD will not be considered.

Special Faculty Hires:
The continued employment of a special faculty member during the term appointment may be made expressly contingent on items such as the continued availability of funding from any source, on enrollment levels, or any other contingency established by the institution. UNC System Code (Section 610(2)).

Contact:
Search Chair Marian Williams, email williamsmr
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