Position Details
Position Information
Posting Number: F00586P
Classification Title: Assistant Professor
Position Title: Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice and Criminology – Tenure-Track
GSU Information
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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 two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions beginning August 2027.
The primary areas of focus for one position are disparities in the criminal justice system, and/or violence and victims. The primary areas of focus for the other position are cybersecurity, cybercrime, and AI; law enforcement; and/or criminal justice policy. For both positions, candidates should demonstrate the ability to conduct rigorous empirical research.
These are nine-month appointments and include undergraduate and graduate teaching in both in-person and online formats (with the possibility of summer teaching), and graduate student mentoring.
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. alone is not sufficient for these positions.
Preferred Qualifications/Experience
University teaching experience, a demonstrated record of research and publication, and capacity for securing external funding for research are preferred. We especially welcome candidates with a strong interdisciplinary research orientation across the Andrew Young School, including in Policy Analytics, Urban Policy, and Computational Social Science.
Pre-Employment Requirements
A criminal background check is required.
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: 2
Desired Start Date: 08/01/2027
Open Date: 10/29/2026
Review of Applications Begins: 10/30/2026
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions Summary
Interested individuals should submit (1) a curriculum vitae, (2) a letter of interest that includes research interests and experience; a statement of teaching philosophy, experience andeffectiveness, and any relevant service activities, (3) teaching evaluations.
ABD applicants should include a detailed update on their dissertation progress.
Please note: The names and contact information provided in the application should be for three persons who have agreed to provide letters of recommendation.
Apply at: https://facultycareers.gsu.edu/postings/7402
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