Assistant Professor of Sociology, with an emphasis in Criminology (29438)

pFind your Career at Northern Illinois University! /ph3Assistant Professor of Sociology, with an emphasis in Criminology (29438) /h3pWorking Position Title Assistant Professor of Sociology, with an emphasis in Criminology (29438) /ppClassification Title /ppPosition Number /ppPosition Number /ppPosting Date /ppPosting Date 10/04/2024 /ppClosing Date /ppPriority Review Date /ppPriority Review Date 01/06/2025 /ppBusiness Unit Description /ppBusiness Unit Description Faculty /ppFull-Time/Part Time /ppFull-Time/Part Time Full-Time /ppFTE /ppFTE 1.00 /ppPosition Status /ppPosition Status Regular /ppFLSA /ppFLSA Exempt /ppJob Code /ppJob Code 2000 /ppUnion Representation /ppUnion Representation Union /ppUnion Code /ppUnion Code N/A /ppUnit/Department /ppCollege/Unit /ppCollege/Unit College of LAS Dean /ppDivision /ppDivision Academic Division /ppLocation /ppLocation ZH 815 /ppLink to Department Website or Custom Search Page /ph3Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications /h3pPosition Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications /ppThe bDepartment of Sociology /b at bNorthern Illinois University ( NIU ) /b seeks to hire a tenure-track bAssistant Professor in Sociology with an emphasis in criminology /b. /ppThis hiring line is part of the department’s long-term vision for expanding its academic focus on criminology and enhancing student success. Currently, the department’s criminology certificate program is the largest on campus, and this program is being transitioned into a criminology major and minor. The department also offers terminal Master of Arts degrees in Sociology, which includes the option of an emphasis in criminology. Candidates who are dedicated to empowering students from underserved communities through their research, teaching, community engagement, service, and/or mentoring are strongly encouraged to apply. /ppNIU , a public research university, prides itself on the diversity of its campus community and its student-centered approach to teaching and research. Social mobility, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of its mission. NIU is nationally recognized as a top college for LGBTQ+ students and staff by Campus Pride and has twice been named one of the “Great Colleges to Work For” by ModernThink. NIU’s main campus is in DeKalb, IL—an affordable and growing community 60 miles from Chicago. /ppPosition Summary /ppThe Assistant Professor will be a specialist in punishment and corrections, with an ability to teach undergraduate courses in criminological theory and/or research methods. Additionally, the Assistant Professor will be able to serve as a mentor to NIU’s diverse student body. /ppEssential Duties and Responsibilities /pulliTeaching undergraduate and graduate courses /liliBuilding and maintaining a research agenda in your areas of specialization /liliSupervising student projects, independent studies, and theses /liliEngaging in service to the department, university, and profession /li /ulpMinimum Required Qualifications /pulliPh.D. in Sociology, Criminology, or related field /li /ulpAdditional Requirements /ppN/A /ppPreferred Qualifications /pulliEvidence of scholarly productivity commensurate with experience, including research focused on punishment, formal social control methods, the criminalization of racial and ethnic minorities, and/or mass incarceration /liliAbility to teach undergraduate-level punishment and corrections, criminological theory, and/or quantitative methods courses /liliDemonstrable commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion with an interest in teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students from diverse backgrounds /li /ulpPhysical Demands Summary /pulliTypical classroom/instructional environment and work /li /ulh3Appointment and Compensation Details /h3pAppointment and Compensation Details /ppAnticipated Appointment Start Date /ppAnticipated Appointment Start Date August 16, 2025 /ppAnticipated Appointment End Date /ppPercent of Staff Year /ppPercent of Staff Year 0.75 /ppStandard Hours Per Week /ppStandard Hours Per Week 37.50 /ppSalary Commensurate with experience and qualifications. NIU offers a robust benefits package. /pulliTeaching statement, including descriptions of a commitment to and experiences with advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the classroom (1-2 pages) /liliUnofficial graduate transcripts (official graduate transcripts are required upon hired) /liliTranscripts (unofficial with official required at hire) /liliResearch Statement /liliTeaching Statement /liliResume/Curriculum Vitae /liliCover Letter /liliTranscripts (unofficial with official required at hire) /liliResearch Statement /liliTeaching Statement /li /ulpSuccessful completion of a background check will be required upon hiring. /ppIn accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, disability (physical and mental), marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (identity and expression), political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. /ppThe following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: /ppEthics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator /ppHealth Services Building Room 230 /p pIn compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. /ppADA Accommodation /ppNIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person’s disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the bAccommodation Request Form /b. For further assistance, please contact the office of /p #J-18808-Ljbffr