The Department of Sociology, Social Work, and Criminology invites applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor of Sociology and Criminology, a full-time, tenure-track position. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate sociology and criminology courses and other courses in the liberal arts according to faculty interests and institutional needs, as well as coordinating the criminology major and minor programs.  Qualifications include a degree in criminology, sociology, or a closely related field.  ABD will be considered.  We seek candidates with a strong commitment to undergraduate liberal arts education, an excellent undergraduate teaching record, and a clear interest in shaping a criminology program aligned with Manchester University’s distinctive mission and values. 

For a full list of job functions and qualifications, please visit https://www.manchester.edu/human-resources/employment-opportunities/#Criminology. 

General Information: Manchester University is an independent, liberal arts university with a campus in North Manchester, Ind., where approximately 1,300 students choose from at least 60 areas of undergraduate study, two master's programs and 21 NCAA Division III varsity sports. Our second campus in Fort Wayne is home to our health science programs including the Doctor of Pharmacy, Master’s of Pharmacogenomics, Master’s of Athletic Training, Nursing, Nutrition and Nutrigenomics, Physical Therapy.

Manchester has a distinctive commitment to developing respect for ethnic, cultural and religious pluralism and an international consciousness. Manchester University respects the infinite worth of every individual and graduates persons of ability and conviction who draw upon their education and faith to lead principled, productive, and compassionate lives that improve the human condition. As an institution rooted in the tradition of the Church of the Brethren, Manchester University values learning, faith, service, integrity, diversity, and community.

Work Schedule: Onsite classes are generally scheduled between 8 AM and 5 PM.  Some classes, laboratories, events and/or meetings may be scheduled in the evening or on weekends. 

To Apply:  We seek a candidate with a commitment to working effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.  Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  Applications received by April 1 will receive priority consideration.  Apply online via ADP and submit a cover letter, curriculum vita, teaching philosophy and evidence of effective teaching.  Questions can be emailed to hiring@manchester.edu.

Manchester University is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants who further diversify our faculty and staff are warmly welcome.