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Russell Sage College Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, Law & Behavioral Science in Albany, New York
Location: Albany, NY Category: Faculty Positions Posted On: Fri Aug 30 2024 Job Description:
The Department of Interdisciplinary Studies at Russell Sage College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position as Assistant Professor in Criminal Justice, Law, and Behavioral Science, to begin January 2025, or as arranged with the successful candidate. Russell Sage College values in person instruction at the undergraduate level. Review of applications will begin immediately.
The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, Law, and Behavioral Science (CJLBS) involves students in these three interconnected fields, as well as a certificate in Legal Studies, a major in Forensic Psychology, and offers an accelerated 3+3 bachelor's degree/juris doctorate degree program with affiliated law schools. In keeping with the interdisciplinarity of the program, candidates whose scholarship focuses at the intersections of law and relevant fields are highly encouraged to apply. Teaching assignments will include undergraduate courses in legal studies that incorporate an interdisciplinary lens to meet program expectations. Courses may include Introduction to Law, Legal Research, and other undergraduate legal studies courses or special topics courses based on the specific expertise of the candidate and the interest of students. There are also opportunities to teach courses for the general education program and/or graduate courses in either our Master's program in Forensic Mental Health (FMH) or in Criminal Justice and Community Corrections (CJCC).
Russell Sage College employs Boyer's model of scholarship to balance roles of faculty in the tenure and promotion process. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue their scholarship, advise students, and develop collaborative relationships with members of the Interdisciplinary Studies Department and other departments on campus.
The estimated base academic year salary range for this position is $54,000- $56,700, commensurate with experience.
Job Requirements:
A Juris Doctorate (JD) is required.
A Juris Doctorate (JD) and a Master's or Ph.D. in criminal justice or closely related field are preferred.
Teaching experience is strongly desired.
Demonstrated commitment to scholarship and service is encouraged.
Additional Information:
RSC offers a dynamic college environment and friendly work atmosphere along with opportunities for tuition waiver, employer matched retirement plan for eligible employees and many other benefits. For complete employee benefit information, please visit our Employee Benefits (https://www.sage.edu/about/offices-centers/human-resources/employment-benefits/) page. Visit our Employment Opportunities (https://www.sage.edu/about/work-at-russell-sage/) page for additional available job openings at RSC.
Russell Sage College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, reproductive health decision making, criminal history, and any other legally protected characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In this regard, opportunities for advancement will be made available without bias. The College is also subject to state and federal laws, supports efforts to attract and retain fully qualified women and other minority group members for faculty and other positions. Russell Sage College will comply with the letter and intent of all State and Federal laws and applicable orders pursuant to Equal Employment Opportunity.
Russell Sage College embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential components of a rich intellectual and cultural environment in which all members are given the opportunity to reach their full potential as active participants in our local and global society. Russell Sage College is committed to developing policies and programs to create a campus that supports an optimal learning and working environment for all students, alumnae/i, faculty, administrators, and staff. Please take a look at more information about the diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives (https://www.sage.edu/about/community-resources/diversity-equity-inclusion/) at Russell Sage College.
Applications accepted until position is filled.
Reports to: Chair of the Interdisciplinary Studies Department
COVID-19 vaccination is not required, but suggested.
