Assistant Professor of Criminology and Criminal Justice

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Norwich University's School of Criminology and Criminal Justice invites applications for a full-time, tenure‑track Assistant Professor of Criminology and Criminal Justice beginning July 2027. The successful candidate will teach seven courses per academic year, including introductory and advanced courses in criminology and criminal justice.

In addition to teaching courses in their area of expertise, the successful candidate will contribute to the development of students' career readiness through curriculum, advising, and applied learning experiences that connect disciplinary knowledge to professional pathways in criminal justice and related fields. Opportunities exist to develop and teach courses in areas including terrorism, transnational crime, and homeland security.

The successful candidate will also contribute to experiential learning through appropriate course‑based projects, simulations, research, internships, community or professional partnerships, and/or other applied learning opportunities. Faculty are expected to engage students in learning experiences that develop analytical, communication, ethical reasoning, leadership, and professional skills relevant to further study and careers.

Assistant professors have student advising responsibilities and participate in school, college, and/or university committees. Faculty members are also expected to contribute to ongoing curriculum development, assessment, and program review, including efforts to ensure that the curriculum remains current and that students are well prepared for graduate education and careers.

Additional Information

The residential program of the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Norwich University emphasizes the importance of evidence‑based knowledge in understanding crime, policy, programs, and practice. The School also strives to cultivate a commitment to the principles of justice, ethics, public service, and the development of leadership skills in its students.

The School values teaching and learning that connect theory and evidence to practice. Faculty engage students through applied assignments, experiential learning, undergraduate research, internships, simulations, professional and community partnerships, and other opportunities to apply knowledge beyond the traditional classroom. Faculty advising is an important component of the student experience and includes helping students understand connections among their academic program, professional development, graduate education, and career opportunities.

Criminal justice is the most popular major at Norwich University. The successful candidate will join a faculty committed to student success, academic excellence, career preparation, and the continued development of a rigorous and relevant criminal justice curriculum.

• A doctoral degree in criminal justice, criminology, or a related field by the start date. Candidates who are ABD and will complete the doctorate by the start date may also be…