Assistant Professor of Criminology, Tenure Track

Assistant Professor of Criminology, Tenure Track

The Department of Criminology at the University of South Florida (USF) in Tampa invites applications for two nine‑month tenure‑track Assistant Professor positions to begin August 7, 2026. Applicants must possess a Ph.D. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or a related social science discipline by the date of appointment. Advanced assistants are encouraged to apply; ABDs will be considered but degree must be in hand by time of appointment.

Area of specialization is open. Preference will be given to those who demonstrate an ability to make a significant contribution to the department’s doctoral program. Evidence of effective teaching experience, online or in person, is preferred, and applicants should show a strong record of research productivity and grant potential. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications. Review of applications will begin September 12, 2025 and will continue until positions are filled.

We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. All job decisions at USF are made without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion or belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Applicants must apply through USF’s online employment application system. The cover letter should include your teaching philosophy and a description of your research agenda. A separate document with evidence of teaching effectiveness should also be included.

• Curriculum vitae
• Cover letter
• Three references (name, title, email, phone number)

• Ph.D. in Criminology or a closely related field; J.D. degrees are not acceptable. Degree must be conferred by August 7, 2026.
• Evidence of publication record.

• Evidence of effective teaching at the university level.
• Evidence of a strong or promising publication record.
• Evidence of ability to secure external funding.
• Strong record of research productivity commensurate with rank and grant experience or potential.

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, CV, and references. Applications will be reviewed from September 12, 2025 until positions are filled.