The Department of Justice, Law & Criminology in the School of Public Affairs at American University invites applications for a full time, tenure-line position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 1, 2024.
The position is focused on candidates who conduct research and teaching in the field of legal studies, sociology of law, or other disciplinary expertise that focuses on hate crimes or related areas. We especially welcome applications from scholars at the intersection between law/legal studies and hate crimes or political violence broadly defined. Competitive candidates will possess a strong background in social science methodologies and a productive research portfolio, including publications in high-quality peer reviewed outlets. The Department is home to a range of disciplines, approaches, and methods. We are particularly interested in individuals whose research is interdisciplinary. Candidates should be effective teachers and must be strongly committed to excellence in scholarly research.
Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Law & Society, legal studies or related field or must have completed all Ph.D. requirements by the time of appointment. Candidates who possess a law degree only (J.D. or LL.M.) will not be considered for this position. The successful candidate will be able to teach our doctoral proseminar in Law and Society and undergraduate and graduate courses on legal studies, law and socio-economic and racial disparities, violence, institutions, and policing.
Salary and benefits are competitive. Candidates from marginalized and/or historically underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Review of applications will begin on October 1 and will continue until the position is filled, subject to ongoing budgetary approval. Please submit applications via: http://apply.interfolio.com/131964 Include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, three letters of recommendation and recent teaching evaluations. Please email Department Chair Bill Davies via davies@american.edu if you have any questions.
Established in 1934, the School of Public Affairs offers undergraduate and graduate programs in the departments of Government; Justice, Law, & Criminology; and Public Administration & Policy. The School’s programs are consistently ranked among the best in the field of public affairs by U.S. News &World Report Learn more about the School of Public Affairs at www.american.edu/spa
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American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively “Protected Bases”) in its programs and activities.
American University is a tobacco and smoke free campus. Hiring offers for this position are contingent on the successful completion of a background check.
American University is required to comply with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). In accordance with the Clery Act, each year American University prepares an Annual Security Report. This report contains campus crime statistics as well as descriptions of Public Safety's services. It is available to all applicants upon request by calling the Department of Public Safety at 202-885-2537 or the Annual Security Report is also available online
