Teaching Assistant Professor of Criminology and Criminal Justice - Stillwater, United States - Oklahoma State University
Description
Criminology and Criminal Justice Teaching Assistant Professor Position
Oklahoma State University. The Department of Sociology at Oklahoma State University invites applications for a Teaching Assistant Professor position to enhance our departmental strength in Criminology and Criminal Justice. The start date is planned for Fall 2024. A PhD in Sociology, Criminology, Criminal Justice, or a closely related field is required.
Required areas of expertise include Criminology and Criminal Justice. The teaching load is three courses per semester on the OSU-Stillwater campus, and the ideal candidate would have the ability to teach coursework in the general Sociology curriculum, including courses such as Introduction to Criminal Justice, Criminology, Policing and Society, Gangs and Society, Criminal Behavior Analysis, Forensic Sciences, and Juvenile Justice. The successful candidate will actively participate in monthly department meetings and will play a significant role in the undergraduate teaching program on the OSU-Stillwater campus. Candidates with an extensive teaching record are preferred, including the ability to teach in a diverse range of formats, including in-person and online. The successful candidate will be committed to excellence in teaching, student mentoring, and research.
Located within the College of Arts and Sciences, the Department of Sociology is recognized nationally for its excellence in research and commitment to undergraduate and graduate education. This distinction derives from a strong grounding in theoretical inquiry, creative promotion of critical thinking, and attention to diverse intellectual perspectives. The Department of Sociology offers Doctorate, Master's, and Bachelor's degrees.
Oklahoma State University, located in Stillwater Oklahoma, is a comprehensive land-grant research institution, with an approximate enrollment of 25,000, committed to excellence in diversity and inclusion. We strive to maintain a welcoming and inclusive environment that appreciates and values all members of the University community. We define diversity as engagement in meaningful actions, behaviors, and conversations that reflect a commitment to recognizing, understanding, and respecting the differences among students, faculty, staff, and visitors throughout the OSU system. OSU is dedicated to cultivating and enriching the competitive advantages that diversity and inclusion provide to all members of the University community.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regards to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions.