Associate Faculty, Criminology

Location: Malvern

Job Description:

Immaculata University invites application for a full-time associate faculty position in Criminology with the Department of Civic Engagement & Leadership beginning Fall 2026. The successful candidate shall have an earned doctorate/terminal degree in sociology/criminology or a closely related field, experience/expertise in criminology and/or law, and demonstrated enthusiasm for and success in undergraduate instruction.

Candidates with specialization in contemporary policing practice and challenges, intersectionality of justice and social institutions, and/or criminal justice administration are particularly encouraged to apply. Responsibilities include teaching common courses within the Criminology major as well as upper-division seminars, student advisement, departmental/program assessment, and university activities.

Immaculata University is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Requirements:

Requirements:

• Doctorate/terminal degree in sociology, criminology, law, or a closely related field (ABD considered)
• Undergraduate teaching experience
• Active research agenda
• Demonstrated practical application of scholarship/experience in the field of study

Additional Information:

Special Requirements

Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

Application Instructions:

Required Documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Educational Philosophy
• Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required if an offer is extended)
• Contact for three professional references
• Course evaluations (if available)