Location: Albany, NY Category: Faculty Positions Posted On: Wed Mar 12 2025 Job Description: The Criminal Justice, Law and Behavioral Sciences (CJLBS) Program 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 Fall 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 CJLBS program is part of the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies which houses five additional undergraduate (forensic psychology; sociology; public health; English, writing, and culture; history) and two graduate (forensic mental health; criminal justice and community corrections) programs. Our programs incorporate multiple perspectives and fields to provide students with an interdisciplinary perspective of the practice of human behavior and culture. The successful candidate for this tenure-track position should have a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice or a related field at the time of appointment. The candidate will be expected to teach the introductory course in criminal justice and function, Criminology, Policing, Corrections, Juvenile Delinquency, and courses related to the candidate's specialty. Teaching assignments will be primarily in the department's undergraduate programs but may also include the opportunity to teach general education courses and graduate courses in Master's programs. 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 $52,000- $55,000, commensurate with experience. Job Requirements: A PhD in Criminal Justice or a related field, and a demonstrated interdisciplinary perspective on human behavior is required. Teaching experience is strongly desired; candidates must possess a commitment to teaching and advising excellence, scholarship, and service. Experience working with a diverse student body is a must. Additional Information: RSC offers a dynamic college environment and friendly work atmosphere. 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.