Faculty of Criminal Justice

If you are a current University employee, please use the internal career site to apply for this position.

Job Description

The University of Findlay’s Department of Justice Sciences is accepting applications for a part-time instructor in the College of Business and Humanities. The department is seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable instructor to teach, at a minimum, introductory and lower-level criminal justice courses in both seated and online formats. Individuals must be willing to develop and deliver engaging course materials and meet the department’s academic standards, provide mentorship and guidance to undergraduate students, collaborate with faculty and staff to enhance the learning environment, and engage in professional development activities to stay current in criminal justice. The successful candidate will contribute to our mission of providing a student-centered education and fostering an environment of professional development and scholarship.

The successful candidate must have a minimum of master’s degree in criminal justice or a closely related discipline with relevant experience in the field of Criminal Justice, PhD. is preferred. The candidate should possess strong written and oral communication skills, demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegially with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff and a commitment to teaching excellence and student mentorship.

The University of Findlay is a comprehensive master's institution and the largest private university in northwest Ohio with more than 3,600 students enrolled in diverse academic programs. Teaching excellence is the top priority of the University faculty. The City of Findlay, population 42,000, is recognized as one of the best micropolitan communities in Ohio, with a strong business base and school system and a friendly atmosphere. The University of Findlay’s distinctive and renowned programs include animal science, equestrian studies, pre-veterinary medicine, nuclear medicine technology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, pharmacy, and physician assistant, as well as environmental, safety and occupational health management. For more information about the University of Findlay, visit https://www.findlay.edu/about-uf/.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For optimal consideration of your applicant file, faculty applications must include a cover letter; current resume or curriculum vitae; a statement of teaching philosophy; and the contact information for three professional references with your application. The UF Employment Application may be found on the website at: https://findlay.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers.

The University of Findlay is an equal opportunity employer and educator committed to building a diverse and inclusive academic community. It is the university's policy to prohibit discrimination and provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to their race, sex, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, military or sexual orientation.

For optimal consideration of your applicant file, faculty applications must include a cover letter; current Resume or Curriculum Vitae; a statement of teaching philosophy; and the contact information for three professional references with your application. Staff applications must include a current Resume or Curriculum Vitae and cover letter with your application.

The University of Findlay is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. It is the university's policy to prohibit discrimination and provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to their race, sex (including gender identity/expression), color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, military or sexual orientation.