Florida Gulf Coast University
Job Summary
As Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, the successful
candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, as
applicable; contribute to course and curriculum development;
conduct research and scholarship; mentor students; participate in
Department, Program, College, and University service; and perform
other duties as assigned.
The successful candidate will contribute to the teaching needs of
the Criminal Justice program and the Forensic Studies programs,
with the ability to teach a range of undergraduate Criminal Justice
courses, including research methods, statistics, and preferably
courses addressing criminal law, the legal system, or related
areas. The candidate will contribute to instruction in both
face-to-face and online/hybrid learning environments and support
student learning through effective use of instructional
technology.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to scholarly
research, student mentorship, and the integration of academic
knowledge with contemporary criminal justice practice.
Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university
dedicated to quality education, research, and service. All faculty
are expected to: be excellent teachers, responsive to changing
professional needs; be committed to innovative delivery of
instruction resulting in improved student learning; be committed to
effective use of technology including distance learning; produce
peer reviewed scholarship; and provide service to the College,
University and Community. Teaching assignments may be on the main
campus or at off-campus sites within our region.
FGCU is building a culture of curiosity, commitment and
collaboration. We value employees who successfully work with others
and drive positive change through critical thinking and decisive
action. If you thrive in an environment of innovation,
accountability and mutual respect, you will find a good home
here.
Job Description
Typical duties include but are not limited to:
- Plans, prepares, and teaches assigned courses, including
developing syllabi, instructional materials, and assessments.
Delivers consistent, interactive, and engaging lectures aligned
with curriculum goals and accreditation standards.
Maintains the highest standards of classroom instruction and
engages in reflective self-assessment to ensure continuous
improvement.
Holds regular office hours and provides academic advising and
individual support to students.
Utilizes the University's learning management system and other
instructional technologies effectively.
Collaborates with departmental faculty on curriculum
development and program advancement.
Ensures curriculum outcomes and accreditation standards are
met.
Establishes and maintains an active research program, including
opportunities for undergraduate student involvement.
Demonstrates evidence of scholarly publication and
grantsmanship.
Engages in continued professional development and maintains
professional skills appropriate to rank and field.
Actively participates in departmental, college, and university
committees and meetings.
Contributes to community, institutional, and professional
service in support of the University's mission.
Participates in faculty evaluation, student learning
assessment, and required training activities.
Communicates professionally and in a timely manner with
students, colleagues, staff, and administrators.
Upholds the highest standards of integrity, responsibility, and
excellence in all professional activities.
Complies with University policies, procedures, and the
Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
Performs other duties as assigned.
Additional Job Description
Required Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Forensic Studies,
Psychology with a Criminology focus, Law/Policy/Society, or a
closely related field from a regionally accredited institution or
equivalent accreditation.
- Experience in either Statistics and Research methods or
Criminal Law and Policy.
- ABD will be considered if degree is conferred by August 7,
2027. If successful candidate is ABD, appointment will be made at a
Lecturer level on a fixed contract.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Professional or practitioner experience within the criminal
justice or legal system.
- Experience seeking, developing, or managing external research
or programmatic grants.
- Demonstrated proficiency with R for statistical analysis, data
management, or research is preferred; experience with other
statistical or research software, such as SPSS, Stata, SAS, Python,
or comparable platforms, is also desirable.
- Experience with interdisciplinary teaching, research, or
programming involving Criminal Justice and related fields such as
Forensic Studies, Legal Studies, Psychology, or other relevant
disciplines is preferred.
- Experience mentoring undergraduate or graduate students in
research, applied projects, internships, capstone projects, or
other experiential learning activities is also preferred.
- Demonstrated experience teaching undergraduate Criminal Justice
and Forensic Studies courses across a range of substantive
areas.
- Demonstrated record of scholarly research and peer-reviewed
publication in criminal justice, forensic studies, or a related
field.
- Experience mentoring undergraduate and graduate students in
quantitative research projects, capstones, theses, or data‑driven
internships.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Knowledge of contemporary Criminal Justice theories, research,
practices, and issues, including major concepts, assumptions,
debates, processes of inquiry, and ways of knowing that are central
to the discipline(s).
- Knowledge of research methodologies and statistical concepts
relevant to Criminal Justice and related fields.
- Knowledge of critical thinking processes and inquiry-based
instructional models and strategies.
- Knowledge of digital and interactive technologies and their
application to specific learning goals across face-to-face,
synchronous online, asynchronous online, and hybrid teaching
modalities.
- Skill in integrating academic research with applied Criminal
Justice practice and connecting research, theory, and practice
within the classroom.
- Ability to teach effectively across a range of Criminal Justice
and Justice Studies Department courses, including criminal justice
policy, legal-based courses, and research methods and statistics at
the undergraduate level, and to apply quantitative and/or
qualitative research methodologies within Criminal Justice and
Forensic Studies.
- Ability to develop engaging, student-centered instruction;
communicate research and statistical concepts effectively to
students; and help learners develop critical thinking and
high-level questioning skills.
- Ability to mentor students in research, applied projects, and
other experiential learning activities across the Criminal Justice
and Forensic Studies programs.
- Ability to teach criminal justice legal-based classes for
Forensic Studies, Legal Studies, and Criminal Justice programs and
contribute Criminal Justice perspectives to mock trials, moot
court, courtroom simulations, and interdisciplinary programming
with Legal Studies.
- Ability to use digital and interactive technologies effectively
to achieve specific learning goals across various teaching
modalities.
- Ability to collaborate with stakeholders both within and
outside the University in the development and delivery of
instruction, resulting in improved student learning.
- Proven ability to think strategically and approach challenges
with creativity.
- Demonstrated track record of reliability, meeting goals, and
holding oneself accountable.
- Strong interpersonal skills and experience working effectively
across teams.
Institutional Values & Behavioral Expectations:
In this role, the successful candidate will be expected to:
- Seek out new approaches to improve outcomes; remain open to
feedback and new ideas.
- Lead with integrity; consistently produce high-quality work;
persevere to overcome obstacles to meet deadlines and achieve
deliverables.
- Share information and insights thoughtfully; build partnerships
across departments; communicate respectfully; support colleagues to
achieve common goals.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Appointment will be made on a 9-month multi-year appointment with
an anticipated start date of August 2027.
Because applications and materials are subject to public review and
retention under Florida's Public Records Law, please DO NOT send
examples of your project/scholarship unless requested to do so.
Therefore, all submitted materials, including articles, disks,
slides, books, etc., become the property of FGCU and CANNOT BE
RETURNED. As applicable, finalists will be notified of the need to
submit specific additional materials. Such materials will become
the property of FGCU. Under Florida's Public Records law,
applications will be available for public review upon
request.
Required Application Materials:
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
- Statement of Research
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Five (5) Professional References
The position is listed as "open until filled", however
applications received by November 30, 2026 will receive priority
consideration.
FGCU is a State University System of Florida member and an Equal
Opportunity and Equal Access employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or
protected veteran status.
To apply, please visit: https://jobs.fgcu.edu/jobs/assistant-professor-criminal-justice-fort-myers-florida-united-states
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