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Regis University
Affiliate Faculty, Sociology and Criminology
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What they do
A Criminal Justice Professor teaches foundational criminal justice ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction, field experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the criminal justice curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.
$82,122 / year median in Colorado
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Affiliate Faculty, Sociology and Criminology Regis University R005262 Northwest Denver Campus Working at Regis University As Regis employees, we embrace our Jesuit Catholic values of respect, inclusion and equity, and welcome employees, faculty and students from all faiths and cultures. Together, we perform our duties in alignment with the mission of the University and seek dedicated individuals to contribute to and strengthen that mission and our service to students. Why Work at Regis?
Job Summary:
The Department of Criminology, Sociology and Justice Studies is looking for affiliate faculty to teach introductory courses in sociology and criminology in person in both the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters. The fall term runs from August 24, to December 13, 2026, and the spring term runs from January 11, to May 2, 2027. The classes to be taught include CSJ 200: Introduction to Sociology and CSJ 201: Introduction to Criminology. Introduction to Sociology introduces the sociological study of society, analyzes connections between personal lives and the broader social world, and applies sociological thinking to understand and challenge injustice, and to promote social change. Introduction to Sociology will be offered in the fall semester on MW 12:30- 1:45 pm; and in the spring semester on TR 9:30
- 10:45 am. Introduction to Criminology Introduces the study of crime as a social phenomenon and critically analyzes how society defines and responds to crime, including social, political, and economic forces shaping criminalization and the U.S. punishment system (e.g., police, courts, prisons). Introduction to Criminology will be offered in the spring semester on TR 12:30
- 1:45 pm.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
For traditional, in-person courses, the requirements are to meet in-person with the class twice when scheduled and hold 1 hour of office hours per week. Faculty will participate in designing their own course (in consultation with the chair of the department). For post-traditional, remote courses, the requirements are to deliver recorded virtual lectures, actively engage with student posts on the discussion board, respond to student questions, and provide feedback and grade assignments. Faculty hold 1 ½ virtual office hours per week. A completed course shell and syllabus are provided.Minimum Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Sociology, Criminology, or related field.Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Sociology, Criminology, or related field. Teaching experience To apply, please submit the following documents: CV/resume Cover letter that speaks to your approach to teaching with undergraduates List of 3 references This position will remain posted until filled, with a preferred application deadline of June 30, 2026. This position is benefits-eligible for workers' compensation and will receive 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to a maximum of 48 hours per year.Pay Rate:
$3,225 per courseApplication Deadline:
To apply, visit https://regis.wd501.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/RegisUniversity/job/Northwest-Denver-Campus/Affiliate-Faculty- Sociology-and-Criminology_R005262 .