Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice-Criminology

Lycoming College invites applications for a tenure-track position in Criminal Justice-Criminology at the Assistant Professor level beginning Fall 2026.

The Department of Criminal Justice-Criminology has approximately 100 majors and minors and seeks to provide students with strong foundational knowledge to prepare them for careers in the field, while also encouraging students to consider a range of perspectives in understanding crime and criminal behavior. Students are given the skills to think critically and use evidence-based research when seeking to address issues the system faces. The department has strong connections with local, county and federal criminal justice agencies in the area and significant opportunities, and support exists for research, volunteer and community-based learning experiences for faculty and students. Successful candidates must have a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching, inclusive excellence and a dedication to the value of liberal arts education. Candidates will have the opportunity to shape and influence the curriculum and types of opportunities offered to students. All areas of specialization will be considered for hire, and candidates will have the opportunity to teach courses in their specialty within their 3/3 teaching load. A PhD in criminal justice and criminology or related disciplines is preferred; however, ABDs who are nearing completion will be considered and are encouraged to apply.

Who We Are:
Founded in 1812, Lycoming College is one of the nation’s oldest and most respected liberal arts colleges. Today, our community of 1,200 active learners from 26 states and territories and 13 countries comprises a student body that is 31 percent domestic students of the global majority or international, all of whom work with our renowned scholars to craft customized combinations of market-driven majors, minors and concentrations across our 52+ academic programs. Students compete in 20 NCAA Division III sports, participate in faculty-driven research, thrive in a robust program of internship experiences, and study abroad in more than two dozen countries. Lycoming College has one of the highest endowment-per-student ratios in the country. The institution is a member of the Annapolis Group of Liberal Arts Colleges and is recognized by U.S. News as a top 100 National Liberal Arts College and the No. 21 Best Value School. Lycoming College is dedicated to providing a high-quality liberal arts and sciences education for all students. Learn more at .

The College proudly celebrates and values the principles of inclusive excellence. In its 2021 Strategic Plan, Lycoming College committed to recruiting more faculty and staff from historically underrepresented groups. The community works to foster an inclusive campus community and to support the success of all faculty, staff and students. The College recognizes that a community formed of a wide range of backgrounds and experiences benefits all its members and serves to advance Lycoming’s goal of preparing graduates to become ethical, informed, and engaged individuals

Lycoming College is an equal opportunity employer.

To apply:
Applicants must apply online at and should include a letter describing their teaching philosophy and how it aligns with the mission of a small liberal arts college, specifically inclusive excellence; their specific teaching and research interests; a curriculum vitae; copies of transcripts, sample syllabi; and the names and contact information for three references, at least one of which is able to speak to the candidate's teaching abilities. Inquiries may be directed to the chair of the search committee, Julie Yingling, at [email protected] .

Consideration of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

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