Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice

Hartwick College • Oneonta, NY • 2h ago

Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology, Criminology, and Human Services

The Department of Sociology, Criminology, and Human Services at Hartwick College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor starting in Fall 2026 pending final administrative approval. We seek candidates with expertise in Criminal Justice, with preference given to those with the ability to teach Quantitative Methods, Forensic Science, and/or Introduction to Law. Though not necessary for this position, special attention will be paid to candidates who have experience or credentials in the social work field, including expertise in juvenile justice, court services, or other programs at the intersection of the justice system and social work.

Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in Sociology, Criminology or Criminal Justice, or ABDs close to the completion of their degree by the time of the appointment. Specific teaching assignments will include contributing to our department's core courses, classes in the successful candidates' specialties, and possibly general education courses, including First Year Seminars. Teaching load will average 20 semester credit hours or their equivalent per academic year, and all faculty members teach during the College's distinctive four-week January Term. The successful candidate must be committed to excellence and innovation in undergraduate teaching. Tenure-track faculty are expected to actively engage in scholarly or creative activities. Committee service, including campus wide and departmental governance, and academic advising are expected for re-appointment, tenure, and promotion.

Hartwick operates as a community of learners where there is a very real sense of belonging and connection. By joining Hartwick, you become part of a group of people who work together, share in our successes, and a celebrate our accomplishments. All positions at Hartwick contribute to the education and development of students with the opportunity to see the impact on future leaders-what you do at Hartwick really matters.

An independent, residential liberal arts college enrolling approximately 1,100 full-time undergraduates, The College features a general education curriculum designed to give every student a flexible, individualized learning experience that integrates coursework, co-curricular activities, and work experience to cultivate their distinctive strengths and prepare them for the future.

Our beautiful 425-acre campus is located in the scenic Susquehanna River valley in Oneonta, New York-a charming town near the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains. Hartwick offers health benefits to domestic partners of employees, flexible scheduling, opportunities to engage in athletic and cultural events (concerts, exhibits, and lectures) and tuition benefits for eligible employees and their dependents.

Hartwick College prohibits discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation/preference and gender identity/expression and is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to broadening "the understanding, awareness, and appreciation of diversity among all members of the Hartwick community." Women, minorities, and other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.

Hartwick College is committed to providing a safe and secure educational and employment environment. Employment at Hartwick College is therefore contingent upon a successful background check on every new employee. Candidates to whom an offer of employment is made will be required to sign a Release of Information Form authorizing the College to conduct a thorough background check.

Hartwick College is committed to a diverse candidate pool, values an inclusive workforce and workplace environment, and wishes to minimize or eliminate the impact of implicit bias during the search and hiring process.

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position.

Salary Range: $61,700-63,700

To apply, please send:

a cover letter specifying the position you are applying for and addressing teaching philosophy, teaching interests, and research interests, including evidence of teaching and scholarly excellence

a curriculum vitae including contact information for three professional references (these should include a current or former supervisor). This is uploaded into the resume section of our hiring system

three letters of reference from your academic referees, sent directly by them to acadaff@hartwick.edu , with the position title and your name in the Subject line

Questions about the position may be directed to the search chair, Dr. Ryan Ceresola at Ceresolar@hartwick.edu.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Visit the following website to apply:

https://hartwickcollege.applytojob.com/apply/PCudskvWg0/Assistant-Professor-Of-Criminal-Justice

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