Assistant Professor of Criminology

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE

Assistant Professor of Criminology

POSITION SUMMARY

The primary responsibilities of this position includes face-to-face teaching assignments at the undergraduate level; opportunities for online (credentialing preferred) teaching possible. Teaching responsibilities will include criminal justice courses, general education and foundational courses in criminology, upper level electives, and research methods courses in sociology and criminology. This is a full-time, 9-month position with competitive salary and benefits reporting to the Dean of the College of Humanities and Sciences beginning August 2026.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES

• Teach 4 courses (12 credit hours) per semester (8 per year) in the Criminology Program or the Sociology Program as assigned by the Dean and Program Coordinator
• Manage the resources and Brightspace course spaces for each class
• Support student research and career development
• Advise students as assigned
• Contribute to the ongoing work of assessment and planning for the program and its offerings in general education
• Attend faculty development meetings and events
• Contribute to the work of the Faculty Senate, Academic Affairs unit and College of Humanities and Sciences
• Maintain expectations and standards set forth in the Employee and Faculty Handbooks
• Other duties as assigned by the Dean of the College of Humanities and Sciences

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• Preferred qualifications include an earned doctorate in Criminology or an earned doctorate in Sociology with at least 18 graduate hours in Criminology; ABD and Master's degree will be considered.

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience teaching courses in criminology and/or criminal justice
• Online Credentialing is preferred for candidates who will teach in this modality
• Passionate about teaching and inclusive pedagogy
• Dedicated to working with students in classroom and research-based settings
• Dedicated to developing meaningful, collegial working relationships with students, faculty, and staff across campus
• Eager to contribute interests and ideas for new and innovative courses and multidisciplinary programs
• Committed to actively contributing to Coker's mission
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

Applications should include

• a cover letter
• curriculum vitae
• statement of teaching philosophy
• statement describing how you have promoted student belonging and inclusion
• copies of transcripts (official transcripts will be required of the successful candidate)
• complete contact information for three professional references

Review of application materials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

University Standard Service and Excellence Expectations

Coker's standards of service and excellence to the campus and community is an institutional priority for the university. We pride ourselves in our customer service, communication, and availability to our stakeholders and employees through efficient response times, detailed information, and professionalism.

Being part of Coker University means committing to our Culture of COBRAS. We believe in showing up for students and colleagues with care, openness, bold ideas, and a drive to be remarkable and adaptable- always striking at the opportunity to be better.

Coker University readies undergraduates for personal and professional success through a distinctive four year program that emphasizes a practical application of the liberal arts as well as hands-on and discussion based learning within and beyond the classroom. Located in Hartsville, SC, Coker is within two hours of the cultural, financial and recreational resources of Charlotte, Columbia, Charleston and Myrtle Beach.

Coker University, in compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, marital status, veterans or military status, or against individuals with disabilities, medical condition, or other legally protected classifications in the areas of employment, admission, financial aid or access to educational or extracurricular programs, activities or facilities.