FACULTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

FULL-TIME TENURE-TRACK

THE UNIVERSITY: California State University, East Bay (CSUEB), one of the 22 campuses in the California State University (CSU) system, is a comprehensive university serving the San Francisco Bay Area/Silicon Valley. We are proud of our mission to support a richly diverse student body through academically rich and culturally relevant learning experiences. We are designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) as well as an Asian American & Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI). Our student population reflects a variety of abilities and identities. Many are the first in their family to attend college. Our students come from a number of regional community colleges and high schools. The California Mobility Index ranks Cal State East Bay among the top 15 institutions delivering on the promise of economic mobility for low-and moderate-income learners throughout the state. It is the only school in the Bay Area to make the cut. The successful candidate will bring with them expertise or an openness to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all of our students.

We are known for our award-winning programs, expert instruction, diverse student body, and a choice of more than 100 career-focused fields of study. With an enrollment of approximately 10,000 students and 900 faculty, the University offers bachelor’s degrees in 49 fields, minors in 52 fields, master’s degrees in 34 fields, 16 credentials programs, 18 certificate options, and 1 doctoral degree program. Cal State East Bay has two locations: the main 342 acre campus in the Hayward hills and the Concord Center. For more information on CSUEB, please visit: http://www20.csueastbay.edu/

THE DEPARTMENT: The Department of Criminal Justice offers a Bachelor of Science degree designed for the development of knowledge and understanding of practices, theory, ethics, concepts of justice, and to prepare students for professional careers in the criminal justice realm. We also offer a minor in Criminal Justice and a certificate in Crime Scene Investigation, while supporting science students with coursework in forensic science. Established in 1976, the degree program currently has over 400 students and enhances student success with experiential learning, hosting career fairs, and promoting internship and research opportunities. Our department prioritizes student success in all teaching modalities, with faculty certified in Quality Matters and engaging active learning pedagogy. To learn more about the Department of Criminal Justice, visit our website https://www.csueastbay.edu/cja/.

While our department seeks a generalist who can teach a broad range of lower and upper-division criminal justice courses, candidates with expertise in criminal law, courts, and victimology will be prioritized.

DUTIES OF THE POSITION: The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in some of the following areas: criminal justice ethics, theories of crime, research methods in criminal justice, criminal law and the courts, victimology, restorative justice, and criminal law. Please note that teaching assignments at California State University, East Bay may include courses at the Hayward campus, Concord Center, and/or online. The policy and expectation of the California State University is that tenure-track faculty members will perform their duties within the state of California. In addition to teaching, all faculty have advising responsibilities, assist the department with administrative and/or committee work, and are expected to assume campus-wide committee responsibilities. Additional responsibilities include scholarly research, university service, and department representation at events.

RANK AND SALARY: Assistant Professor. Salary is dependent upon educational preparation and experience. Subject to budgetary authorization. Anticipated salary: $86,628-$92,844.

DATE OF APPOINTMENT: Fall Semester, 2027.

QUALIFICATIONS: Candidate must expect to have an earned doctorate in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a related field. An ABD will be considered, but the degree must be completed by the effective date of the appointment. Candidates with successful teaching experience at the university level are preferred. Candidates should demonstrate experience in teaching, mentoring, research, or community service that has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. Additionally, applicants must demonstrate a record of scholarly activity, including publications and presentations at professional conferences (including, but not limited to ASC, ACJS, or ASA).

APPLICATION DEADLINE: All positions will be considered open until filled. Please submit a letter of application, which addresses the qualifications noted in the position announcement; a complete and current curriculum vita via PageUp (see “Apply Now”), unofficial transcripts for the highest degree, and names and email addresses for three letters of recommendation.

FACULTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

FULL-TIME TENURE-TRACK

THE UNIVERSITY: California State University, East Bay (CSUEB), one of the 22 campuses in the California State University (CSU) system, is a comprehensive university serving the San Francisco Bay Area/Silicon Valley. We are proud of our mission to support a richly diverse student body through academically rich and culturally relevant learning experiences. We are designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) as well as an Asian American & Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI). Our student population reflects a variety of abilities and identities. Many are the first in their family to attend college. Our students come from a number of regional community colleges and high schools. The California Mobility Index ranks Cal State East Bay among the top 15 institutions delivering on the promise of economic mobility for low-and moderate-income learners throughout the state. It is the only school in the Bay Area to make the cut. The successful candidate will bring with them expertise or an openness to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all of our students.

We are known for our award-winning programs, expert instruction, diverse student body, and a choice of more than 100 career-focused fields of study. With an enrollment of approximately 10,000 students and 900 faculty, the University offers bachelor’s degrees in 49 fields, minors in 52 fields, master’s degrees in 34 fields, 16 credentials programs, 18 certificate options, and 1 doctoral degree program. Cal State East Bay has two locations: the main 342 acre campus in the Hayward hills and the Concord Center. For more information on CSUEB, please visit: http://www20.csueastbay.edu/

THE DEPARTMENT: The Department of Criminal Justice offers a Bachelor of Science degree designed for the development of knowledge and understanding of practices, theory, ethics, concepts of justice, and to prepare students for professional careers in the criminal justice realm. We also offer a minor in Criminal Justice and a certificate in Crime Scene Investigation, while supporting science students with coursework in forensic science. Established in 1976, the degree program currently has over 400 students and enhances student success with experiential learning, hosting career fairs, and promoting internship and research opportunities. Our department prioritizes student success in all teaching modalities, with faculty certified in Quality Matters and engaging active learning pedagogy. To learn more about the Department of Criminal Justice, visit our website https://www.csueastbay.edu/cja/.

While our department seeks a generalist who can teach a broad range of lower and upper-division criminal justice courses, candidates with expertise in criminal law, courts, and victimology will be prioritized.

DUTIES OF THE POSITION: The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in some of the following areas: criminal justice ethics, theories of crime, research methods in criminal justice, criminal law and the courts, victimology, restorative justice, and criminal law. Please note that teaching assignments at California State University, East Bay may include courses at the Hayward campus, Concord Center, and/or online. The policy and expectation of the California State University is that tenure-track faculty members will perform their duties within the state of California. In addition to teaching, all faculty have advising responsibilities, assist the department with administrative and/or committee work, and are expected to assume campus-wide committee responsibilities. Additional responsibilities include scholarly research, university service, and department representation at events.

RANK AND SALARY: Assistant Professor. Salary is dependent upon educational preparation and experience. Subject to budgetary authorization. Anticipated salary: $86,628-$92,844.

DATE OF APPOINTMENT: Fall Semester, 2027.

QUALIFICATIONS: Candidate must expect to have an earned doctorate in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a related field. An ABD will be considered, but the degree must be completed by the effective date of the appointment. Candidates with successful teaching experience at the university level are preferred. Candidates should demonstrate experience in teaching, mentoring, research, or community service that has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. Additionally, applicants must demonstrate a record of scholarly activity, including publications and presentations at professional conferences (including, but not limited to ASC, ACJS, or ASA).

APPLICATION DEADLINE: All positions will be considered open until filled. Please submit a letter of application, which addresses the qualifications noted in the position announcement; a complete and current curriculum vita via PageUp (see “Apply Now”), unofficial transcripts for the highest degree, and names and email addresses for three letters of recommendation.