Assistant Teaching Professor

Ball State University

Muncie, IN

ID: 7258618 (Ref.No. BSU43554)
Posted: June 27, 2024
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description

The Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology (CJC) of Ball State University invites applications for a non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor beginning August 2024. The successful candidate will primarily teach courses pertaining to criminal justice and criminology.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Instruct courses in policing, corrections, courts, and/or forensic science. The standard teaching load is four courses per semester, which may include online courses as needed.

The Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology (CJC) of Ball State University invites applications for a non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor beginning August 2024.

Job Function:

The Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology (CJC) of Ball State University invites applications for a non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor beginning August 2024. The successful candidate will primarily teach courses pertaining to criminal justice and criminology.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Instruct courses in policing, corrections, courts, and/or forensic science. The standard teaching load is four courses per semester, which may include online courses as needed.

Minimum Experience:

A Master’s degree in criminal justice, criminology, or related field from an accredited college or university by date of appointment.

Preferred Experience:

A PhD, juris doctorate, or Master’s degree in criminal justice, criminology, or related field from an accredited college or university by date of appointment. Teaching experience at the College or University level. Professional experience in the criminal investigations/forensic science field.


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