Posting Details - Missouri State University

Posting Details





Position Information








Position Title Assistant Professor (Criminology & Criminal Justice) 9 month appointment



Work Location Springfield Campus



Department Criminology & Criminal Justice



HR Home Department 020619 CRIMINOLOGY



Pay Grade Unclassified



Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees? No, Position is available to all applicants.



Faculty Appointment Type Tenure Track



Term (if applicable) 9 month



Begin Date of Appointment 08/11/2025



Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt



General Function



The Assistant Professor is a member of the ranked faculty with an intermediate academic rank who has demonstrated achievement in the areas of teaching, research, and professional service appropriate to the discipline. The Assistant Professor’s teaching responsibilities are assigned by the academic department head and may include serving as an academic advisor. The Assistant Professor engages in scholarly activities beyond those associated with teaching and is expected to demonstrate professional productivity in research, based upon the availability of resources and consistent with the mission of the University.








Description of Primary Duties

The School of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Missouri State University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position. Start date is August, 2025.


The standard teaching load for research-active faculty is three classes per semester. Our faculty teaches undergraduate and graduate courses across in-person, online, and hybrid modalities.


Scholarly activity and publication, along with teaching and service, are required for tenure and promotion.


Missouri State University offers a research-supportive environment that includes opportunities to apply for summer fellowships and faculty research grants.


Successful candidates must be willing to teach at least one of the following: criminology, courts and law, criminal procedure, or courses listed in our criminal investigation certificate (https://criminology.missouristate.edu/criminvestigation/?_gl=1*jouykm*_ga*MTcxNzQ0MTUyLjE3MTM3OTk0MDU.*_ga_7Y7S5HGDSK*MTcxNzYxNDExMy45NS4xLjE3MTc2MTQxMjQuNDkuMC4xMjE1NTQ0MjY3) .


Applicants must be capable of elevating our research profile and be committed to working with diverse student and community populations.


Missouri State University is located in Springfield, the principal city of an expanding metropolitan area with nearly a half million residents. Springfield sits on a plateau overlooking the majestic Ozark Mountain region, just 40 miles north of Branson, MO. The Springfield area has a cost of living significantly below the national average and provides abundant opportunities for entertainment and outdoor recreation. The School of Criminology and Criminal Justice has approximately 350 undergraduate and 50 graduate students.









Minimum Acceptable Qualifications



The minimum acceptable qualifications for the position of Assistant Professor are prescribed in the Faculty Handbook. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.








Additional Qualifications



A PhD in Criminology/Criminal Justice is required. ABD candidates realistically scheduled to complete the dissertation by the time of appointment will be considered.


ABD applicants should include a detailed update on their dissertation progress.








Link to Job Description http://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/21377.htm



Open Date 08/07/2024



Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled)



Special Instructions to Applicants



Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. September 9,, 2024 is the first date for full consideration.


Attach a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and contact information for at least three professional references to the electronic employment application. The reference contact information should be attached as the document titled Other Documents – 1. The letter of application should include a description of teaching philosophy, background, and interests; relevant professional and research experience; and a research agenda.


Please direct inquiries to: Brett Garland, Search Committee Chair, Professor and Director: BrettGarland@MissouriState.edu









EO/AA and Diversity Statement

Non-Discrimination Statement


Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.




This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.





The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Minority/Female/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to sex discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator (https://www.missouristate.edu/TitleIX/default.htm) , Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, TitleIX@MissouriState.edu, 417-836-4252417-836-4252 (tel:+1-417-836-4252) , or to the Office for Civil Rights. All other inquiries concerning the grievance procedure, Affirmative Action Plan, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines should be addressed to the Equal Opportunity Officer, Office for Institutional Equity and Compliance, (https://www.missouristate.edu/Equity/default.htm) Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, Equity@MissouriState.edu, 417-836-4252417-836-4252 (tel:+1-417-836-4252) , or to the Office for Civil Rights. (Res. Board Policies No. 70-11; Bd. Min. 10-28-11.)








Background Check Statement

Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.











Posting Detail








Posting Number 20240060FTF



Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/75386









Supplemental Questions



Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).





+ * How did you hear about this vacancy?



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+ * Please specify the recruitment source where you located this posting. If you selected Employee Referral above, please list the name of the current MSU employee who referred you.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents



+ Cover Letter



+ Unofficial Transcripts - 1



+ Curriculum Vitae



+ Other Documents -1



Optional Documents



+ Other Documents - 2