Assistant Teaching Professor in Criminology and Criminal Justice
Full Time
full time
2 Oct 2025
Kingston
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Content + Source + Freshness • 15 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
85 / 100
Offer value
This position offers competitive pay, benefits, and is set in a well-respected R1 institution, providing a strong academic focus and student engagement.
- Secure position with supportive benefits
- Focused role in a respected R1 university
- Strong emphasis on teaching and inclusivity
Pros
- Bolstered academic reputation with R1 status
- Full-time role with job security and benefits
- Encouragement of diversity and inclusivity in teaching
Cons
- Limited to full-time educators with specific qualifications
- Expectations of high teaching loads
- Competition among applicants for a desirable position
Who it's for
Entry to Mid • On-site
Good fit
- Passionate educators in criminology or justice fields
- Teachers seeking full-time academic roles
- Candidates committed to inclusive teaching practices
Not recommended for
- Applicants lacking advanced degrees in the relevant fields
- Individuals not interested in teaching-intensive positions
- Those preferring flexible or part-time work roles
Motivation fit
Desire to enhance student learning in criminology and justiceCommitment to fostering an inclusive learning environmentInterest in participating in academic committees and community service
Key skills
Teaching methodology and classroom managementAbility to engage diverse studentsStrong communication and organizational skills
Score: 85/100 AI verified analysis
About the job
Assistant Teaching Professor in Criminology and Criminal Justice
Job Description Summary, Duties and Responsibilities, Required Qualifications and Preferred Qualifications
The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by October 24, 2025. Applications received after October 24, 2025 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.
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About URI: The University of Rhode Island enrolls approximately 17,000 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs. It is the State's flagship, public R1 research university as well as the land grant and sea grant university for the state of Rhode Island. The main campus is located in the historic village of Kingston. Both campuses are near major beaches in a beautiful coastal community. URI is just 30 minutes from Providence, RI and within easy reach of Newport, Boston, and New York City.
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Position Summary
The Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of Rhode Island is recruiting for a full-time Assistant Teaching Professor and invites interested candidates to apply for the 2026-2027 academic year. This is a full-time, academic year, non-tenure track appointment, limited to one year with the expectation for yearly renewal, to commence in Fall 2026. Teaching Faculty are included in the Collective Bargaining Agreement that is negotiated by the URI chapter of the American Association of University Professors and later may be eligible for promotion to Associate Teaching Professor and Teaching Professor.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications
Required:
1. Master's or Ph.D. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Sociology, or a closely related discipline with a specialty oriented towards criminology or criminal justice or ABD with degree conferred by September 1, 2026. (a J.D. is not sufficient for this position).
2. Excellence in teaching undergraduate criminology, criminal justice, or closely related courses at the college/university level. (TA experience will be considered).
3. Ability to work with diverse groups/populations.
4. Proficiency in oral and written communication skills.
Preferred:
1. Ph.D. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Sociology, or closely related discipline with a specialty oriented towards criminology or criminal justice or ABD with degree conferred by September 1, 2026.
2. Experience teaching criminology, criminal justice, or closely related courses at the college/university level as the instructor of record.
3. Experience teaching high impact large lecture introductory classes.
4. Experience teaching online or blended/hybrid classes.
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The University of Rhode Island is an equal-opportunity employer. It is the policy of the University of Rhode Island to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability.
Union: AAUP - American Assoc of Univ Professors
Status: Academic Year, Full-time, Non-tenure-track, Limited
Department: Criminology and Criminal Justice
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach the following 5 (PDF) documents to your online Faculty Employment Application:
(#1) Cover letter/Letter of Application that describes your qualifications and interest in the position with consideration of the university's mission. (1-2 pages as one complete document)
(#2) Curriculum Vitae. ( References will be upon request by the committee.
(#3) Statement of Teaching Philosophy - 1-2 page statement of teaching philosophy with evidence of teaching effectiveness. (as one complete document).
(#4) Sample Syllabi for a criminology and/or criminal justice oriented undergraduate class.
(#5) Other Document - a sample assignment/assessment, and recent student evaluations of teaching or other evidence of teaching excellence (not to exceed 15 pages of materials as one complete pdf document).
Position Number: 107652
Posting Number: F00480
Posting Date: 09/24/2025
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
To apply, visit https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/15712
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