The Department of Criminal Justice at Radford University invites applications for a one-year, full-time, temporary (non-tenure track) faculty position to begin August 10, 2025. Required qualifications include a master's degree in criminal justice, criminology, or related field from a regionally accredited institution and prior college/university teaching experience. Rank is at the Assistant Professor level with a Ph.D. or Instructor with a master's degree. Teaching duties will include four face-to-face courses per semester at the introductory and/or upper level within the major. Area of specialization is open, but candidates should be prepared to teach undergraduate courses in courts, corrections, and possibly other courses within the candidate's area of expertise.

Radford University is a comprehensive public university of over 7,800 students that has received national recognition for many of its undergraduate and graduate academic programs, as well as its sustainability initiatives. Radford University serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic, cultural, human service and research programs. Well known for its strong faculty/student bonds, innovative use of technology in the learning environment and vibrant student life on a beautiful 211-acre American classical campus, Radford University offers students many opportunities to get involved and succeed in and out of the classroom. The University offers 75 bachelor's degree programs in 47 disciplines and six certificates at the undergraduate level; 27 master's programs in 23 disciplines and five doctoral programs at the graduate level; and 19 post-baccalaureate certificates and one post-master's certificate. A Division I member of the NCAA and Big South Conference, Radford University competes in 16 men's and women's varsity athletics. With over 200 clubs and organizations, Radford University offers many opportunities for student engagement, leadership development and community service. In addition to robust academic offerings and engaging student experiences on the main campus located in Radford, Virginia, Radford University also offers a clinical-based educational experience for more than 1,000 students living and learning in Roanoke, Virginia as part of Radford University Carilion, a public-private partnership focused on the cutting-edge delivery of health sciences programming, outreach and service.

Required qualifications include a master's degree in criminal justice, criminology, or related field from a regionally accredited institution and prior college/university teaching experience.