Instructor/Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice

Quincy University, a Franciscan, Catholic, and liberal arts institution emphasizing the development of servant-leaders, seeks applicants for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Criminal Justice. Criminal Justice is one of the top five enrollments by major at QU. The University has an active mock-trial program, and other avenues for student involvement with the discipline such as the Women in Law club, as well as numerous internship and service opportunities.

Responsibilities:

QU is seeking qualified candidates to teach courses such as Foundations of Criminal Law, Contemporary Criminal Law and Procedure, Ethics, Justice, Diversity, Juvenile Delinquency, and/or other courses in their areas of expertise and interest. The usual teaching load is 4 courses each semester. Academic advising and committee work are expected after the first year.

Qualifications :

A doctorate in Criminal Justice, Law, or related field is required. Teaching experience at the college level is preferred.

Position Start Date:

August 17, 2026.

Position Salary Range:

$53,000 - $59,000

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA); life insurance; long-term and short-term disability coverage; paid vacation, sick days, and holidays; parental leave; a 403(b)-retirement plan; and tuition remission for employees and their dependents.

Application Deadline:

Review of applications will begin June 1, 2026. The position will remain open until filled.

Application Procedure:

Applicants should submit a letter of application, statement of teaching philosophy, C.V, and contact information for three references to: Dr. Ken Oliver, Dean School of Education & Human Services c/o Office of Human Resources Quincy University 1800 College Avenue Quincy, IL 62301 or hr@quincy.edu

Quincy University:

QU serves nearly 1,200 full-time students and is growing! Founded in 1860 by Franciscan friars, Quincy University is a Catholic university emphasizing the sciences, liberal arts and the professions. Quincy University offers 46 undergraduate programs, five Master's degrees, and two new Doctoral degrees in Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, integrating practical experience and Franciscan values. QU is organized into six schools, the School of Fine Arts and Communication, the Oakley School of Business, the School of Humanities, the School of Education & Human Services, the School of Science and Technology, and the President's Honors College. Faculty and advisors work with students to design customized success plans to help them graduate on time, find their passion and prepare them for life. QU is a member of NCAA Division II for intercollegiate athletics. For more information, please visit www.quincy.edu . Quincy University. Success by Design. It's a great day to be a Hawk!

Quincy, Illinois:

Located in a tri-state area (Illinois, Missouri, and Iowa) on the banks of the Mississippi River, Quincy, Illinois is an affordable, family-friendly city of 40,000 residents with much to see and do! Rich in history, Quincy was the site of the 6 th Senatorial debate between Senator Stephen A. Douglas and his challenger, Abraham Lincoln. The architecture of Quincy spans pre-civil war through modern day. The Quincy Park District is made up of 1,000 acres divided into 26 parks, with many connections via an extensive network of hiking and biking trails. Quincy's arts and culture scene boasts the Quincy Symphony Orchestra, Symphony Chorus, Youth Orchestra, Youth Chorus, the Quincy Community Theatre, and Arts Quincy, the first community arts council in the nation! St. Louis, MO is just over a 2 hour drive from Quincy. Kansas City, MO is 3 ½ hours and Quincy is five hours from Chicago by car. Quincy is also serviced by the Quincy Regional Airport and has an Amtrak station.

Employment Authorization :

Employment is contingent upon a clear criminal background check. In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. An Equal Opportunity Employer