DEPARTMENT: Criminology (On-Line)
JOB TITLE: Core Faculty (On-Line)
LOCATION: Chicago
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Institution:
The Adler School of Professional Psychology, founded in 1952, is the oldest independent school of psychology in North America. The School provides graduate education in psychology and health service delivery with campuses in the heart of downtown Chicago and downtown Vancouver. The Adler School is committed to continuing the pioneering work of its namesake, Alfred Adler. As part of that commitment, the School graduates socially responsible practitioners, engages in communities, and advances social justice.
Position Summary:
The Adler School is a value-centered and growing institution that is seeking a full-time faculty member to join the Criminology Department.
The Adler School of Professional Psychology is currently seeking a full-time core faculty member to teach courses in our on-line MA in Criminology Program. The position involves curriculum development, teaching courses on-line and mentoring students.
The Master of Arts in Criminology (On-Line Program): The program is specifically designed to train practitioners to address current challenges facing the criminal justice system, through a blend of coursework that focuses on the intersection of criminology, psychology and social justice. This unique approach prepares students to truly make a difference through examining the causes and consequences of criminal behavior, understanding the intricacies of modern day criminal justice systems, and applying theoretical skills and empirical data to address those challenges.
Work schedule: The courses in the Criminology Program will be taught on-line; however, the position also involves possible teaching across disciplines, as needs may arise, to include teaching in the Forensic Psychology Program or the Police Psychology Program.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants must have an advanced degree in Criminology, or a Criminal Justice related field, from a regionally accredited institution. A terminal degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice or a related field (ABD considered) is preferred. Prior teaching experience, as well as the following competencies, will be taken into consideration:
• Prior work experience in a Criminal Justice related field;
• Prior law enforcement experience;
• Experience in grant writing and criminological research;
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice and addressing social inequalities;
• Experience in developing and teaching on-line courses in higher education;
• Demonstrated track record working with marginalized and underserved populations, and adult learners.
A particular commitment of the School, rooted in Adler's emphasis on social interest, is training psychologists and criminologists to work with marginalized and underserved populations and who are committed to social justice. Candidates with particular interest in this mission and with demonstrated experience in these areas are preferred.
Must pass a pre-employment background check
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching: 12 credit hours per academic year;
• Service on institutional committees (at least one per semester).
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Applicants should submit letter of interest, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and sample publications to jkraemer@adler.edu [4] AND apply electronically at https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=2948261 [5] in order to be considered for this position.