Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology and Criminology

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:
Regular


Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

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As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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Department:
Department of Sociology and Criminology

Department’s Website:

https://sociology.uark.edu

Summary of Job Duties:
The Department of Sociology and Criminology in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor who specializes in race, criminology, and criminal justice. Salary is very competitive, with a typical teaching load of two courses per semester. Successful candidates will have a joint appointment in the Department of Sociology and Criminology and the African and African American Studies Program in Fulbright College. This is a standard nine-month faculty appointment beginning in August 2022.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in criminology, criminal justice, sociology, or related social science discipline is required
• We are seeking candidates with an active research agenda, evidence of scholarly productivity, a commitment to exceptional teaching, and those who can contribute to the Department of Sociology and Criminology graduate program
• Successful candidates’ scholarship will intersect with issues of racial injustices and racial disparities in crime, victimization, and responses to crime
• Successful candidates will be required to contribute to and teach in the interdisciplinary African and African American Studies Program (AAST), while preference will be given to those who contribute to the Department of Sociology and Criminology’s existing strengths in the areas of criminology, community, and inequality/stratification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong preference will be given to candidates who can contribute to the department’s mission of diversity and inclusion

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, Diversity Statement, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

University of Arkansas Human Resources ADMN 222 (479) 575-5351 [email protected]

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Additional Information:

Completed applications received by November 15th, will be assured full consideration. Late applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position.

For additional inquiries, please contact the search committee chair, Dr. Jeff Gruenewald, at [email protected] .

Application Materials:

Applicants must submit a cover letter/letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a brief statement regarding how equity, diversity, and inclusion factor into their teaching, research, and service. A list of three professional references (name, title, email address, and contact number) willing to provide letters of reference will be requested during the application process. If contacted, candidates will be required to provide both a written and verbal statement during the interview process regarding their contributions to diversity and inclusion.

About the Department of Sociology and Criminology: The Department is dynamic, productive, friendly, and student success-oriented unit in the J. William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences. The Department offers undergraduate degrees in Sociology and Criminology, and an M.A. in Sociology, and affiliation with three research units: the Center for Social Research, Community and Family Institute, and the Terrorism Research Center. In addition to the African and African American Studies program, the Department participates in Latin American & Latino Studies and other interdisciplinary area studies programs. The Department is actively engaged with College and University DEI efforts, including the UA IDEALS Institute to enrich diversity and inclusion across campus and the state. The Department contributes to the larger university strategic mission that is part of eight priority areas that have been outlined in detail in the University’s guiding priorities.

About the African and African American Studies: The African and African American Studies (AAST) program promotes an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the history, culture, and identity of Africans and African Americans. Students may pursue African and African American Studies as a second major alongside a primary major in Fulbright College.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture and climate that embeds inclusion, diversity, equity, and access. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to race/color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:
N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A

Occasional Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Talking

Benefits Eligible:
Yes