Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice

The School of Public Affairs at the University of Colorado Denver invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice position beginning Fall 2027. We seek a collegial scholar with a strong research trajectory and a commitment to excellence in teaching, mentoring, and service. The successful candidate will join our nationally recognized Criminal Justice program and contribute to both undergraduate and graduate education.

Areas of Teaching & Expertise

The successful candidate will teach courses in the Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice (BACJ) and Master of Criminal Justice (MCJ) programs, including core and elective courses. Areas of expertise may include:

• Criminological theory
• Policing and law enforcement
• Corrections and reentry
• Courts and sentencing
• Juvenile justice
• Crime analysis and research methods
• Criminal justice policy and administration
• Data analytics and quantitative methods
• Race, equity, and justice
• Cybercrime, victimization, or other emerging areas of criminal justice

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a closely related field by the time of appointment
• Evidence of, or strong potential for, an active and productive research agenda
• Demonstrated ability or strong potential to teach effectively at the undergraduate and graduate levels
• Commitment to student success and mentoring
• Ability to contribute to the School's mission through teaching, research, and service

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise in one or more of the areas listed above
• Record of scholarly publications or demonstrated potential for publication in peer-reviewed outlets
• Experience with externally funded research, including participation in or leadership of grant proposals
• Experience teaching in online and/or in-person learning environments
• Interest in interdisciplinary collaboration and community-engaged scholarship
• Professional or applied experience in the criminal justice field

Position Highlights

• Full-time, 9-month tenure-track appointment
• Standard teaching load of four courses per academic year
• Opportunities to teach both online and in person
• Potential summer teaching opportunities through separate appointments
• Support for developing an active research program and pursuing external funding

Salary Range: $76,000-$87,000 for the 9-month academic year, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Competitive University of Colorado benefits are included.

Application Deadline: Priority review date: November 9, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with preference given to applications received by November 9, 2026, and the position will remain open until filled.

Complete Position Details & Application Instructions

This announcement is a summary only. For complete information regarding responsibilities, qualifications, compensation, benefits, required application materials, and application procedures, please review the full, official posting at: https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=41345&lang=en

How to Apply

Applications will ONLY be accepted through the University of Colorado's online application portal. Applications submitted by email or through any other method will not be considered. View the full position announcement and apply online at: https://cu.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=41345&lang=en

Inclusive Excellence

The University of Colorado Denver seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.