Assistant Professor Tenure-Track (Criminology) – University of South Florida

Faculty Opportunity: Assistant Professor Tenure-Track (Criminology) – University of South Florida

• Institution: University of South Florida (USF)

• Academic Unit / Department: Department of Criminology

• Job Reference / Requisition ID: 44376

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, Tenure-Track Faculty

• Academic Rank / Level: Assistant Professor

• Salary / Remuneration: Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience; exact salary not specified

• Location: Tampa, Florida, United States

• Posting Date: September 16, 2026

• Application Deadline: September 30, 2026

• Application Review Begins: October 2, 2026

Overview of Role

The Department of Criminology at the University of South Florida invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position. The area of specialization is open, allowing scholars from across criminology and criminal justice to apply.

The successful candidate will contribute to the department’s research mission and doctoral program through high-quality scholarship, teaching, graduate education, and the development of an externally funded research agenda.

Key Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

• Conduct high-quality research in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or a closely related field.

• Develop and maintain a productive scholarly research agenda.

• Publish research in peer-reviewed academic outlets.

• Pursue opportunities for externally funded research.

• Contribute to undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral education.

• Support and strengthen the department’s doctoral program.

• Teach university-level courses in Criminology and Criminal Justice.

• Contribute through theoretical, methodological, or interdisciplinary approaches.

• Participate in departmental and university academic activities.

• Collaborate with faculty, students, and interdisciplinary research partners.

Qualifications & Candidate Profile

• Required Education: Ph.D. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or a closely related Social Science discipline completed before the date of appointment.

• ABD Candidates: Will be considered, provided the doctoral degree is conferred before appointment.

• J.D. Degrees: A J.D. alone does not satisfy the terminal degree requirement.

• Evidence of a scholarly publication record is required.

• Strong record of academic publication is preferred.

• Evidence of effective university-level teaching, either in-person or online, is preferred.

• Grant experience or demonstrated potential to secure external research funding is preferred.

• Strong potential to contribute meaningfully to the department’s doctoral program.

• Candidates from a broad range of criminological and criminal justice specializations are encouraged to apply.

Remuneration & Benefits

• Salary: Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

• Exact salary information is not specified in the official posting.

• Benefits may include:

  • Medical insurance

  • Dental insurance

  • Life insurance

  • Retirement plan options

  • Employee and dependent tuition programs

  • Leave benefits

  • Employee perks and discounts

Application Checklist & Required Documents

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Contact Information for Three References

References will be contacted at a later stage of the selection process.

Application Process

• Application Portal: https://jobs.usf.edu/

• Application Mode: Online

• Application Deadline: September 30, 2026

• Application Review Begins: October 2, 2026

• Review will continue until the position is filled.

• Employment may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

• Contact / Enquiries: George Burruss, Department and Search Committee Chair – gburruss@usf.edu

Official Website: https://criminology.usf.edu/