University of North Carolina – Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice – Boone, NC

Job Description

Job title: Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice

Company: University of North Carolina


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Position Title Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice


Location

Tenure Status Tenure Track

Provide Rank Assistant Professor

Position Number 007671

Department Government & Justice Studies – 250750

Position Summary Information

Minimum Qualifications

A Ph.D. in Criminal Justice/Criminology or a related discipline is preferred at the time of appointment, but ABDs will be considered.

A J.D. is not sufficient for this position.

Areas of Interest (No Minimum Level Required)

The areas of expertise for the position are open, but an identified area of need is Policing/Law Enforcement and related issues.

License/Certification Required

N/A

Description of the Department or Unit

The Department of Government and Justice Studies (GJS) is home to over 800 undergraduate majors in criminal justice and political science and over 70 graduate students in political science and public administration. It has 35 full-time tenure-track faculty who are at the forefront of their diverse areas of expertise and are amongst the most honored teachers at Appalachian State University. Additional information about the Department of Government and Justice Studies can be found at http://gjs.appstate.edu.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The teaching load is 3 courses per semester for faculty with an active research agenda.

Type of Position Full Time Position

Appointment Type 1.0

Number Of Months Per Year 9


Physical Demands of Position

Typical physical demands of classroom and educational environments in a professional position at a university.

Description of University

Appalachian State University, in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference. As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls more than 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date 08/02/2022


Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Evaluation of Applications Begins 09/26/2022

Proposed Date of Hire 08/01/2023

Suggested Salary Range Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.


Special Instructions to Applicants

For a complete application, please apply and submit all below-required documents electronically through Appalachian State University’s Job Board:

• a cover letter that includes teaching and research interest statements;
• a current vita;
• a diversity statement that includes your interpretation of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and must include specific examples of how your background, experiences, and/or professional work has supported underrepresented groups and promoted diversity and inclusiveness; and
• three letters of recommendation. The letters of recommendation must be submitted by the recommenders to

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Inquiries about the position may be directed to the search chair, Dr. Marian Williams, at .

This position is based on enrollment and is subject to available funding.

Disability Accommodation Information

Individuals with disabilities may request accommodations in the application process by contacting Maranda Maxey, ADA/504 Coordinator, at 828-262-3056 or

AA/EEO Statement

Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Important Contacts:

Director of Human Resources/EEO Officer

Office of Human Resources

330 University Hall Dr.

Boone, NC 28608

(828) 262-3187

Office of Title IX Compliance

123 I.G. Greer Hall

Boone, NC 28608

(828) 262-2144

ADA/504 Coordinator & Office of Disability Resources Director

Office of Disability Resources

224 Joyce Lawrence Lane/Suite 112 Anne Belk Hall

Boone, NC 28608

(828) 262-3056

Diversity and Inclusion at Appalachian

We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.

We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all.

We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community.

Background Check Statement

Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.

Eligibility for Employment

Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.

Search Chair Name Marian R. Williams

Search Chair Email [email protected]

Quick Link

Posting Number FA00247P

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents * Cover Letter / Letter of Interest

• Curriculum Vitae
• Diversity Statement

Optional Documents

Contact Us:

330 University Hall Dr.

Boone, NC 28608

Phone: 828-262-3187

Fax: 828-262-6489

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Location: Boone, NC