Assistant Professor of Criminology, Tenure Track

Job Description

The Department of Criminology at the University of South Florida (USF) in Tampa invites applications for two 9‑month, tenure‑track Assistant Professor positions to begin August 7, 2026. These positions focus on teaching, research, and service within a nationally‑ranked Criminology program that offers bachelor’s, master’s, and Ph.D. degrees. The Department seeks candidates who can make a significant contribution to the doctoral program, demonstrate effective teaching at the university level (online or in person), and exhibit a strong record of research productivity and grant potential.

Salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications.

Applications will be reviewed beginning September 12, 2025 and will continue until the positions are filled. Submit your application through the USF online application system (
Careers @ USF
), providing a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and three academic references.

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter (including teaching philosophy and a description of your research agenda)
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness (separate document)
• Three references (name, title, email, phone number)

• Ph.D. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or a closely related social science discipline, conferred by August 7, 2026
• Evidence of a publication record

• Evidence of effective university‑level teaching
• Evidence of a strong or promising publication record
• Evidence of ability to secure external funding; experience or potential for grant acquisition
• Strong record of research productivity commensurate with the rank

USF is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All job decisions are made without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other status protected by law.

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.