"Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice and Criminology – Tenure-Track"

Position Details

Position Information

Posting Number: F00434P

Classification Title: Assistant Professor

Position Title: Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice and Criminology – Tenure-Track

GSU Information

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A regional gateway to higher education, the five suburban Perimeter College campuses provide more than 30 associate degree pathways. The downtown Atlanta campus offers more than 250 degree programs in 100 fields of study at the undergraduate, graduate and first-professional degree levels.

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Department: Criminal Justice & Criminology

College: Andrew Young School of Policy Studies

Campus: Atlanta

Position Type: Full Time Faculty

Posting Type: Internal/External

About the Department

The Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology at Georgia State University’s Andrew Young School of Policy Studies is nationally recognized for its innovative research, teaching, and service in criminology, criminal justice, and related policy areas. Located in downtown Atlanta, the department leverages its proximity to major justice agencies and research institutions to engage with pressing local and national issues in crime and justice policy. Offering degrees at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels, as well as minors in Criminal Justice and Digital Criminology, the department prepares students to advance the public good through evidence-based practice and leadership. Faculty are deeply involved in cutting-edge research and public service initiatives, working closely with federal, state, and local partners, and leading major centers such as the Evidence-Based Cybersecurity Research Group and the Leadership Development Institute of Georgia. The department also houses two peer-reviewed journals, including Criminal Justice Review and International Criminal Justice Review, and plays a key role in university-wide research collaborations and digital learning initiatives, ensuring that students and scholars alike are equipped to shape the future of justice policy and practice.

Position Description

The Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology at Georgia State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning August 2026. The primary area of focus is quantitative analysis of criminal justice policy issues using techniques such as social network analysis, spatial analysis, and causal analysis.

The position is a nine-month appointment with annual review, in-person and online teaching responsibilities, and the possibility of summer teaching.

Required Education

A Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or substantively relevant field of study is required (ABDs may apply, but degree must be in hand by the start of employment). A J.D. or DCJ degree alone is not sufficient for this position.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

University teaching experience, a demonstrated record of publication, and capacity for funded research are preferred.

Pre-Employment Requirements

A criminal background check is required.

Work Hours

This position is located on the Atlanta campus of Georgia State University and requires in-person, on campus-based work. The Andrew Young School maintains a flexible work environment.

Salary: TBD

Search Chair Contact info: Dr. William Sabol, wsabol@gsu.edu

Departmental contact for assistance: Alex Nguyen, anguyen64@gsu.edu

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies: 1

Desired Start Date: 08/01/2026

Open Date: 11/11/2025

Review of Applications Begins: 11/05/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions Summary

Interested individuals should submit (1) a curriculum vitae, (2) three professional references (names and email addresses), (3) a letter of interest. ABD applicants should include a detailed update on their dissertation progress. All materials should be submitted online. All inquiries about the position and submission requirements should be directed to: Distinguished University Professor Bill Sabol, Search Committee Chair, Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology, Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA; E-mail: wsabol@gsu.edu.

Note: at the time of application, references will receive an email containing a secure link to upload their letters.

Apply at: https://facultycareers.gsu.edu/postings/6344