Job Summary

The Department of Criminal Justice and Public Administration invites applications for a full-time 9-month position at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice beginning August 2023. Candidates will possess at least one of the following requirements: (1) Ph.D. in criminal justice or related field, (2) master’s degree in criminal justice or related field, (3) Juris Doctorate (JD), OR (4) bachelor’s degree in the relevant field and at least 10 years of practitioner’s experience in upper management at the local, state, or national levels of government, instructor development certification through the Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board, or equivalent training certification. 

The successful applicant will be expected to teach a wide range of courses in criminal justice. Candidates will also be expected to engage in service as determined by the department and university guidelines. The position is contingent upon a successful background check and available funding.

The University

Purdue University Fort Wayne (PFW) is the largest university in northeast Indiana, offering 25 graduate and over 100 prestigious Purdue University undergraduate degrees and certificates.  More than 10,000 students of diverse ages, races and nationalities belong to the PFW family. The 594-acre campus in Fort Wayne is home to over 7,000 degree-seeking undergraduate and graduate students. Through PFW's partnerships with area high schools, almost 3,000 high school students take dual-credit courses, simultaneously earning both high school and college credits. PFW is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Learn more about us at PFW.edu.

The Department

The Department of Criminal Justice and Public Administration is committed to advancing diversity in all areas of faculty effort, including research, teaching, and service/engagement. Candidates should address at least one of these areas in their cover letter, indicating their past experiences, current interests or activities, and/or future goals to promote a climate that values diversity and inclusion.

The Application Process

Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a 1-2-page teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and contact information for three references. Materials should be submitted online via the following link: https://careers.purdue.edu/FW-Facculty/7720100/. All candidates invited for a campus interview will be expected to do a 45-60-minute teaching demonstration.

Purdue Fort Wayne is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Purdue Fort Wayne will not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Screening will begin immediately and the position will remain open until filled. Should you have questions, please contact the search committee chair:

Dr. Jospeter Mbuba

Department of Criminal Justice and Public Administration

Purdue University Fort Wayne

2101 E Coliseum Blvd.

Fort Wayne, IN 46805.

Email: mbubaj@pfw.edu