Assistant Professor of Instruction - Criminology & Criminal Justice

Assistant Professor of Instruction – Criminology & Criminal Justice

The University of Northern Iowa’s Department of Political Science and Criminology is seeking a two‑year term Assistant Professor of Instruction in Criminology & Criminal Justice, beginning August 2026.

Job Description
The position’s primary responsibilities include teaching both introductory‑level and advanced undergraduate courses in criminology and criminal justice, both in‑person and fully online. The teaching load is four sections per semester. In addition, instructional faculty are expected to provide service to the department and the university.

Required Qualifications

• M.A. or M.S. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or a related field, or a J.D.;

• Ability to develop and teach introductory and upper‑level courses within the discipline;

• Prior teaching experience at the college level;

• Ability to teach both in‑person and fully online courses.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to create an engaged and applied learning environment in both in‑person and online courses.

Position Details

• Job Category:
Faculty

• Type of Position:
Term

• Service

Schedule:

Academic Year

Application Instructions
All application materials received by November 14, 2025 will be given full consideration. Please apply through UNI Works, completing the Employment Application and attaching the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness

For questions about the application process, email careers‑support or call 319‑273‑2422. For general accommodation inquiries, contact Human Resources at hrs-employment or (319) 273‑2422.

Equal Opportunity and Non‑Discrimination Statement
UNI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The University encourages applications from persons of color, women, individuals living with disabilities, and protected veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, or any other basis protected by federal or state law.

Pre‑employment background checks are required. A conviction does not automatically preclude employment; the University evaluates each case individually.