Position: Eureka College is seeking applicants for a tenure-track position in Criminal Justice, with expertise and/or teaching experience in one or more of the following areas: legal system, corrections, and law enforcement. The position is housed in the Social Science and Business Division and supports the Sociology program. We are specifically looking for candidates who are committed to excellence in undergraduate teaching and can employ a variety of methods in the classroom to reach the College’s diverse student body. Annual teaching load is 4-4. Special consideration will be given to candidates who embrace an interdisciplinary approach to teaching and can contribute to the College’s unique “10 Essentials” general education program. Faculty are expected to advise students, serve on departmental and college committees. and continue professional activity and/or scholarly research.

Position Requirements: Preferred applicants will have a terminal degree in a relevant field (e.g., Ph.D. in Criminal Justice or Ph.D. in Sociology with specialization in Criminal Justice/Criminology) or be ABD with the requirements for the Ph.D. completed by the time of appointment August 1, 2026. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Located in Eureka, Illinois, and chartered in 1855, Eureka College cultivates excellence in learning, service and leadership while providing students uniquely personalized and custom educational opportunities. Originally founded by abolitionist members of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Eureka College holds the unique distinction of begin the first college in Illinois and only the third in the nation to admit men and women on an equal basis. The college, which is located on early 70 wooded acres in central Illinois, is the smallest of only 23 colleges and universities to ever award a bachelor’s degree to a future President of the United States.

Application Materials: Submit cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and three references in WORD or PDF format to employment@eureka.edu (please put “Criminal Justice” in the subject heading). Print materials may be sent to Human Resources, Eureka College, 300 E. College Avenue, Eureka, IL 61530. Questions about the position should be directed to Dr. David Eisenberg, Professor of Political Science, at deisenberg@eureka.edu.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.