Assistant / Associate Professor - CECH School of Criminal Justice 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. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio.
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:
EducationMust 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.
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 Interested persons must apply online at https://jobs.uc.edu. Please include a CV, a cover letter that includes a statement on research and teaching, and contact information for three references. All required documents must be attached to your online application. Questions regarding the search may be directed to: Cory Haberman, Ph.D. ( cory.haberman@uc.edu ) School of Criminal Justice University of Cincinnati Cincinnati, OH 45221-0389 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.
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 To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page. 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.
Important:
To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider "easy apply" applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at jobs@uc.edu. **FOR ALL FACULTY HIRES OFFICIAL ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS WILL BE REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF HIRE Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans. REQ: 104070