Assistant or Associate Professor

The School of Criminal Justice at the University of Cincinnati is seeking applications for one Assistant or Associate Professor position, with appointment starting August 15, 2027, although the start date is negotiable. UC is a Research I Institution that grants doctorates in 98 areas. The School of Criminal Justice grants the BS, MS, and PhD degrees. The School also houses research centers specializing in corrections, policing, criminal justice, justice and communities, and crime science. The School offers specializations in crime prevention, policing, corrections, criminal justice, and criminology.

Further information about the University and the School is available at http://www.cech.uc.edu/criminaljustice/. The city of Cincinnati offers a range of multi-cultural activities and amenities in addition to attractive and affordable housing.

Essential Functions

An Assistant/Associate Professor at the University of Cincinnati is expected to teach, conduct research, and perform other professional or creative activities. This position will support the University of Cincinnati’s mission and commitment to excellence and diversity in our students, faculty, staff, and all of our activities.

Minimum Requirements

Must have obtained a Doctorate or terminal degree from a regionally accredited college or university of recognized standing in Criminology/Criminal Justice or a related discipline in the social or behavioral sciences by the time of appointment.

Required Education

• Must have obtained a Doctorate or terminal degree from a regionally accredited college or university of recognized standing in a field appropriate to the requirements of the position. For positions within Performing and Studio Arts or Nursing, an appropriate Master’s degree may replace the Doctoral requirement.

Required Trainings/Certifications

Required Experience

• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and research evidenced by strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals. Candidates for a tenured appointment should demonstrate intellectual leadership and impact on the field and potential significant contributions to the department, University of Cincinnati, and wider scholarly community.
• Must exercise self-discipline and have the ability to work with little direct supervision.
• Possess outstanding leadership skills which demonstrate evidence of effective teaching ability, commitment to student success, and service to the profession.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to present complex material to students unfamiliar with a subject.
• Must have outstanding writing skills to present research in written format.
• Ability to work and collaborate with individuals from a variety of backgrounds.

Additional

Qualifications

• Considered

• Area of specialization is open. Applicants should have a strong research record.

• Application Information

• Interest in the position should be directed to the School of Criminal Justice, University of Cincinnati. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The position is contingent on available funding.

• Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

• Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

• Comprehensive Tuition Remission

• UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

• Robust Retirement Plans

• As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

• Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

• Vacation and sick time

• 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

• 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

• Additional

Benefits

Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)

• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs

• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

• UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.

• Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.