Part-Time Faculty: SOC 397 Criminology (Fall 2026)

Part-Time Faculty: SOC 397 Criminology (Fall 2026)

Job Title: Part-Time Faculty: SOC 397 Criminology (Fall 2026)

Location: Syracuse, NY

Commitment to On-Campus Experience: Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

Pay Range: $1,400 - $2,000 per credit hour

Hours: As determined by department/chair

Job Type: Part-time

Rank: PTI/Adjunct

Unionized Position Code: UA

Job Description: The Maxwell School of Citizenship & Public Affairs seeks a part-time faculty to teach 1 open section of Sociology 397-Criminology (3 credits) for Fall '26. Course Description: Nature and significance of crime. Historical and modern explanations of crime. Varieties of crime. Issues in measuring crime and assessing its effects. Evaluation of crime control strategies. This position is part of a bargaining unit and is represented by the union SEIU, Local 200 United.

Qualifications: MA in Sociology or a closely related discipline. Preference will be given to ABD and PhD level students from our program and to instructors who have taught for us previously.

Job Specific Qualifications: Evidence of effective teaching experience is necessary.

Responsibilities: Developing and/or updating a class syllabus. Ordering the appropriate books and materials in advance of the class start date. Preparation of lectures, projects or other student assignments. Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours. Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course. Meeting all designated class periods. Submitting completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations. Grading student assignments and exams in a timely manner. Providing departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations.

Application Instructions: In addition to completing an online application, please attach a curriculum vitae and cover letter.