Deadline
Jan 10, 2027
Closing in 83 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Permanent
Full or part time
Reference
N/A
Posted
Oct 09, 2026
Offered salary$77,000
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Assistant Professor of Criminology (6749)
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Position Details
Position Information| Working Position Title | Assistant Professor of Criminology (6749) |
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| Classification Title | Assistant Professor |
| Position Number | 00006749 |
| Posting Date | 10/08/2026 |
| Closing Date | |
| Priority Review Date | 01/10/2027 |
| Business Unit Description | Faculty |
| Full-Time/Part Time | Full-Time |
| FTE | 1.00 |
| Position Status | Regular |
| FLSA | Exempt |
| Job Code | 2000 |
| Union Representation | Union |
| Union Code | UFA - United Faculty Alliance |
| Unit/Department | Sociology and Criminology |
| College/Unit | College of LA&S Dean |
| Division | Academic Division |
| Location | ZH 815 |
| Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page | Department of Sociology and Criminology |
Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications
Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications| Overview | The Department of Sociology and Criminology at Northern Illinois University (NIU) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Criminology to start August 2027. The successful candidate will contribute to the department’s undergraduate criminology curriculum by teaching criminological theory, quantitative and/or qualitative research methods, and other courses that support the growing criminology major and minor. The department also offers a terminal Master of Arts degree in Sociology, including an emphasis in criminology.Preferred areas of teaching interest include the criminal justice system, violence, and policing. Areas of research specialization are open. Northern Illinois University is a comprehensive research university offering programs from the bachelor’s through doctoral levels across seven academic colleges. Located in DeKalb, Illinois, approximately 65 miles west of Chicago, NIU serves approximately 16,000 students and combines the advantages of a vibrant university community with access to the cultural, professional, and recreational opportunities of the greater Chicago region. |
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| Position Summary | The Assistant Professor of Criminology is a tenure-track faculty position responsible for teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, maintaining an active research agenda, mentoring students, supervising student research, and contributing service to the department, university, and profession. |
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| Additional Requirements | N/A |
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| Physical Demands Summary | For physical demands and requirements please see human resources policies and protocols. |
Appointment and Compensation Details
Appointment and Compensation Details| Anticipated Appointment Start Date | 08/16/2027 |
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| Anticipated Appointment End Date | |
| Percent of Staff Year | 0.75 |
| Standard Hours Per Week | 37.50 |
| Salary | Starting at $77,000. Faculty compensation is governed by the UFA CBA. NIU offers a robust benefits package. |
| Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range | Starting at $4,277.78 per pay period. Faculty compensation is governed by the UFA CBA. NIU offers a robust benefits package. |
| Earn Type | Salary |
Application Procedure
Application Procedure| Application Procedure | For full consideration, prospective applicants should visit Assistant Professor of Criminology to create an application profile and submit the following materials by January 10, 2027:
For questions, contact the search committee chair Jeff Kidder at [email protected]. Official graduate transcripts and the successful completion of a background check will be required upon hire. |
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| Special Instructions | |
| Quick Link to Applicant | https://employment.niu.edu/postings/97684 |
| Is Background Check Required | Yes |
| EEO Statement Summary | In 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. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director of Civil Rights Office, Title IX Coordinator Health Services 2nd floor [email protected] 815-753-0455 |
| Visa Policy | In 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. |
| ADA Accommodation | NIU 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 Accommodation Request Form. For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity (AAEO) at [email protected]. |
| Safety Information |
NIU provides annual reports on campus security and fire safety. Read the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. Contact the Ethics and Compliance Office at 815-753-9364 for a hard copy. |
Applicant Documents
Required Documents- Cover Letter
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Research Statement
- Teaching Statement
- List of at least 3 Professional References
- Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)
Supplemental Questions
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