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Position Summary
The Florida Atlantic University School of Criminology and Criminal Justice (SCCJ) invites applications for a tenure-line assistant professor position starting Fall 2026 on the Boca Raton campus. While all substantive areas of expertise will be considered, we are particularly interested in applicants with research agendas focused on (a) policing or (b) biosocial criminology. The position is a full-time, 9-month appointment that begins August 8, 2026.
Florida Atlantic is a Carnegie doctorate-granting university with over 32,000 students. Florida Atlantic’s strategic plan prioritizes healthy aging, neuroscience, environmental science, and sensing and smart systems. These priorities are supported by faculty research in areas that also address leadership, global perspectives and participation, community engagement, undergraduate research, big data analytics, healthy and sustainable campus environments, and peace, justice, and human rights. Within each of the priorities, Florida Atlantic is committed to the principles of engaged research, teaching, and service. In 2025, Florida Atlantic achieved the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education’s highest and most coveted Very High Research Activity status (R1).
The College of Social Work and Criminal Justice is a partnership between the SCCJ and the Sandler School of Social Work. Our intention is to reimagine our professions, promote multidisciplinary education and research, address a wider spectrum of societal needs, and champion systemic change through scholarship, teaching, and service.
Our School offers a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice degree, a minor in Criminal Justice, a minor in Forensic Investigation, a Master of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice degree, and a 5-year combined BA/MS degree program in Criminology and Criminal Justice. The SCCJ is also home to the paralegal and legal nurse consulting certificate programs. The undergraduate degree program is the fifth largest by enrollment at Florida Atlantic and offers a rich educational environment through multiple delivery methods, including face-to-face, online, and hybrid/blended formats. School initiatives include a decision-making simulation lab, a student CJ Club, a Mock Trial Team, community engaged research, study abroad, high school summer camps, a fully online undergraduate degree program, research colloquia, and research partnerships with the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors. Our School is committed to creating a supportive working environment and welcomes colleagues who recognize collegiality as an integral component of academic excellence.
For additional information on our School and/or faculty, please visit our web page (http://sw-cj.fau.edu/sccj/). Questions about the positions should be directed to the Search Committee Chair: Dr. Gabriel Cesar (cesarg@fau.edu).
Minimum Qualifications
A Ph.D. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or allied field is required. ABDs will be considered but requirements for the Ph.D. must be completed by the position start date. A Juris Doctorate alone is not sufficient. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to conduct independent research and publish in peer reviewed journals, have a record of or the potential for securing external funding, and engage in research and/or service with our communities. Faculty are expected to teach in the undergraduate and graduate programs and across multiple modalities, including fully online courses. The current teaching load is 3:2, though pre-tenure assistant professors receive release time to establish their research program. Teaching over the summer is available for additional compensation.
Salary
Commensurate with Experience
College Or Department
School of Criminology and Criminal Justice
Location:
Boca Raton
Work Days And Hours
N/A
Application Deadline
2026-01-12
Special Instructions To Applicant
This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.
This position is subject to funding.
All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents.
Required Documents
FAU’s Career Page permits the attachment of required/requested documentation.
PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into a single attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted.
The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. Candidates wishing full consideration are to provide the following: (1) curriculum vitae, (2) list of three professional references, (3) cover letter that describes: specific interest in the position; research agenda; teaching experience, certification, or training at college level; how their scholarly activities align with Florida Atlantic’s focal areas, known as our Pillars and Platforms, and the strategic plans of the College and University.
Transcripts
The selected candidate for this position is required to submit an official transcript sent directly from the institution for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Similarly, for degrees from outside the United States, the evaluation by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES), with an indication of the documents the evaluation was prepared from (official transcripts, diplomas, dissertation abstracts) is required for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Transcripts must be issued to Florida Atlantic University, not to the individual applicant.
Background Screening
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.
Accommodations
Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711
Florida Atlantic University is where your future begins.
With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, Florida Atlantic University is pushing the boundaries of higher education. At FAU, the faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art and technology in all disciplines. Student success, excellence and community engagement are some of our highest values as a university. These values are prominent throughout FAU's community and are essential to the employee experience. FAU is committed to the principles of engaged teaching, research and service, and reflects this commitment as a key Platform in its 2015 - 2025 Strategic Plan. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes. All persons aspiring to achieve excellence in the practice of these principles are encouraged to apply.
To learn more about the vision and mission of FAU, please visit: www.fau.edu
In order to be considered for a position, you must apply through this job website. For more information on how to apply for a position, please review the applicable Applicant Tutorial (http://fau.edu/jobs/applicant-resources/) . To contact Recruitment Services, send an e-mail to jobs@fau.edu.
Florida Atlantic University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. If you require an accommodation to participate in any part of the recruitment process, please contact Florida Atlantic’s Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email to accomodate@fau.edu. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057 or email jobs@fau.edu. For communications assistance, call 7-1-1.
Clery Act Information (https://www.fau.edu/police/clery.php)
Consumer Information
Visit Florida Atlantic's Consumer Information (https://www.fau.edu/finaid/resources/other-resources/#consumer-info) page for more information about financial aid, its campus, facilities, student athletes, campus security, fire safety, as well as preventing drug and alcohol abuse. Paper copies are available upon request by contacting the Office of Student Financial Aid.
Florida Statute 1010.35 - Screening Foreign Researchers
Pursuant to Florida law, any applicant or student seeking employment in a research or research-related support position who is a citizen of a foreign country and not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria is subject to additional screening. Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant’s 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application).
Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.
If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com
Apply now to join FAU on its race to excellence.
For more information on everything FAU has to offer, please visit www.fau.edu/jobs.
Note: Current FAU employees must apply as an internal applicant by logging into their existing Workday employee account.
Position Summary
The Florida Atlantic University School of Criminology and Criminal Justice (SCCJ) invites applications for a tenure-line assistant professor position starting Fall 2026 on the Boca Raton campus. While all substantive areas of expertise will be considered, we are particularly interested in applicants with research agendas focused on (a) policing or (b) biosocial criminology. The position is a full-time, 9-month appointment that begins August 8, 2026.
Florida Atlantic is a Carnegie doctorate-granting university with over 32,000 students. Florida Atlantic’s strategic plan prioritizes healthy aging, neuroscience, environmental science, and sensing and smart systems. These priorities are supported by faculty research in areas that also address leadership, global perspectives and participation, community engagement, undergraduate research, big data analytics, healthy and sustainable campus environments, and peace, justice, and human rights. Within each of the priorities, Florida Atlantic is committed to the principles of engaged research, teaching, and service. In 2025, Florida Atlantic achieved the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education’s highest and most coveted Very High Research Activity status (R1).
The College of Social Work and Criminal Justice is a partnership between the SCCJ and the Sandler School of Social Work. Our intention is to reimagine our professions, promote multidisciplinary education and research, address a wider spectrum of societal needs, and champion systemic change through scholarship, teaching, and service.
Our School offers a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice degree, a minor in Criminal Justice, a minor in Forensic Investigation, a Master of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice degree, and a 5-year combined BA/MS degree program in Criminology and Criminal Justice. The SCCJ is also home to the paralegal and legal nurse consulting certificate programs. The undergraduate degree program is the fifth largest by enrollment at Florida Atlantic and offers a rich educational environment through multiple delivery methods, including face-to-face, online, and hybrid/blended formats. School initiatives include a decision-making simulation lab, a student CJ Club, a Mock Trial Team, community engaged research, study abroad, high school summer camps, a fully online undergraduate degree program, research colloquia, and research partnerships with the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors. Our School is committed to creating a supportive working environment and welcomes colleagues who recognize collegiality as an integral component of academic excellence.
For additional information on our School and/or faculty, please visit our web page (http://sw-cj.fau.edu/sccj/). Questions about the positions should be directed to the Search Committee Chair: Dr. Gabriel Cesar (cesarg@fau.edu).
Minimum Qualifications
A Ph.D. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or allied field is required. ABDs will be considered but requirements for the Ph.D. must be completed by the position start date. A Juris Doctorate alone is not sufficient. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to conduct independent research and publish in peer reviewed journals, have a record of or the potential for securing external funding, and engage in research and/or service with our communities. Faculty are expected to teach in the undergraduate and graduate programs and across multiple modalities, including fully online courses. The current teaching load is 3:2, though pre-tenure assistant professors receive release time to establish their research program. Teaching over the summer is available for additional compensation.
Salary
Commensurate with Experience
College Or Department
School of Criminology and Criminal Justice
Location:
Boca Raton
Work Days And Hours
N/A
Application Deadline
2026-01-12
Special Instructions To Applicant
This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.
This position is subject to funding.
All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents.
Required Documents
FAU’s Career Page permits the attachment of required/requested documentation.
PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into a single attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted.
The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. Candidates wishing full consideration are to provide the following: (1) curriculum vitae, (2) list of three professional references, (3) cover letter that describes: specific interest in the position; research agenda; teaching experience, certification, or training at college level; how their scholarly activities align with Florida Atlantic’s focal areas, known as our Pillars and Platforms, and the strategic plans of the College and University.
Transcripts
The selected candidate for this position is required to submit an official transcript sent directly from the institution for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Similarly, for degrees from outside the United States, the evaluation by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES), with an indication of the documents the evaluation was prepared from (official transcripts, diplomas, dissertation abstracts) is required for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Transcripts must be issued to Florida Atlantic University, not to the individual applicant.
Background Screening
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.
Accommodations
Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711
Florida Atlantic University is where your future begins.
With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, Florida Atlantic University is pushing the boundaries of higher education. At FAU, the faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art and technology in all disciplines. Student success, excellence and community engagement are some of our highest values as a university. These values are prominent throughout FAU's community and are essential to the employee experience. FAU is committed to the principles of engaged teaching, research and service, and reflects this commitment as a key Platform in its 2015 - 2025 Strategic Plan. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes. All persons aspiring to achieve excellence in the practice of these principles are encouraged to apply.
To learn more about the vision and mission of FAU, please visit: www.fau.edu
In order to be considered for a position, you must apply through this job website. For more information on how to apply for a position, please review the applicable Applicant Tutorial (http://fau.edu/jobs/applicant-resources/) . To contact Recruitment Services, send an e-mail to jobs@fau.edu.
Florida Atlantic University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. If you require an accommodation to participate in any part of the recruitment process, please contact Florida Atlantic’s Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email to accomodate@fau.edu. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057 or email jobs@fau.edu. For communications assistance, call 7-1-1.
Clery Act Information (https://www.fau.edu/police/clery.php)
Consumer Information
Visit Florida Atlantic's Consumer Information (https://www.fau.edu/finaid/resources/other-resources/#consumer-info) page for more information about financial aid, its campus, facilities, student athletes, campus security, fire safety, as well as preventing drug and alcohol abuse. Paper copies are available upon request by contacting the Office of Student Financial Aid.
Florida Statute 1010.35 - Screening Foreign Researchers
Pursuant to Florida law, any applicant or student seeking employment in a research or research-related support position who is a citizen of a foreign country and not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria is subject to additional screening. Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant’s 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application).
Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.
If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com
