University of Florida
Job Title
Lecturer
Classification Minimum Requirements Ph.D. in Criminology or Criminal Justice, Sociology or a relevant social science field by date of hire. A Juris Doctor (J.D.) by itself is not sufficient for this position.
Job Description The Department of Sociology and Criminology & Law of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Florida invites applications for a full-time, nine‑month, non‑tenure‑accruing position at the rank of Lecturer with research and teaching interests related to legal decision making, beginning on August 16, 2026. This position supports the Law & Society component of our program in Criminology & Law by focusing on the study of the social context of law. Applicants should have interests in legal decision‑making pre‑trial (e.g., prosecutorial decision making, plea bargaining), during trial (e.g., juries, courts, sentencing), and/or post‑trial (probation, parole). The Lecturer will typically teach three (3) Law & Society courses each semester, such as Law & Legal Process, Law & Society, Juvenile Law, Criminal Law, and Criminal Procedure. Preference will be given to applicants who can offer other Law & Society courses concerning legal decision making, and/or required Criminology courses such as Criminological Theory and Research Methods in Criminology. Preference will also be given to those with experience teaching multiple class sizes using different teaching modalities (face‑to‑face, online, hybrid). The Lecturer will also support other instructional needs to the undergraduate Criminology & Law program, such as undergraduate advising and engaging in research collaboration with undergraduates. The Lecturer will be expected to actively contribute to campus‑ and college‑wide initiatives designed to increase the quality of the educational experience provided to students, while also helping them create a path from their studies to their future professions. These include offering courses to UF Quest (https://undergrad.aa.ufl.edu/uf-quest/) and participating in the Beyond120 program (https://www.advising.ufl.edu/beyond120).
Location Gainesville, FL
Expected Salary $72,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year. The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package.
Employment Benefits
Health Insurance: UF participates in state‑ and university‑sponsored benefits programs for individuals, families, and domestic partners, and offers voluntary insurance that includes vision, dental, long‑term disability and more.
Retirement Options: Florida Retirement System Pension Plan, State University System Optional Retirement Program, Florida Retirement System Investment Plan, and Voluntary Retirement Savings Plan.
Leave: UF staff enjoy a generous paid leave plan as well as access to a sick‑leave pool, maternity/paternity leave, and leave payouts.
Required Qualifications Ph.D. in Criminology or Criminal Justice, Sociology or a relevant social science field by date of hire. A Juris Doctor (J.D.) by itself is not sufficient for this position. The selected candidate must demonstrate the ability to teach effectively in face‑to‑face and/or online formats.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to teach multiple Law & Society courses in the undergraduate Criminology & Law curriculum.
Experience teaching specialty upper‑division undergraduate courses in Law & Society.
Experience teaching various class sizes utilizing multiple teaching modalities and instructional technologies.
Evidence of a strong commitment to undergraduate education including the ability to advise students and collaborate on research with undergraduates.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to engage students and convey a passion for teaching and learning.
Special Instructions to Applicants For full consideration, applications must be submitted online. A complete application includes (1) a letter of application summarizing the applicant's qualifications, interests, experience, and suitability for the position, (2) a complete curriculum vitae, (3) a statement of teaching philosophy, (4) peer or student evaluations of teaching (if available), (5) sample course syllabi, and (6) the names and email addresses of three references. An email will be sent to your references, requesting them to upload their confidential letter to the submission packet.
Application Timeline Applications will be reviewed beginning December 1, 2025, and the position will remain open until filled. Only complete applications will be reviewed at this time. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority.
Pre‑employment Screening All candidates for employment are subject to a pre‑employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education. The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).
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Classification Minimum Requirements Ph.D. in Criminology or Criminal Justice, Sociology or a relevant social science field by date of hire. A Juris Doctor (J.D.) by itself is not sufficient for this position.
Job Description The Department of Sociology and Criminology & Law of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at the University of Florida invites applications for a full-time, nine‑month, non‑tenure‑accruing position at the rank of Lecturer with research and teaching interests related to legal decision making, beginning on August 16, 2026. This position supports the Law & Society component of our program in Criminology & Law by focusing on the study of the social context of law. Applicants should have interests in legal decision‑making pre‑trial (e.g., prosecutorial decision making, plea bargaining), during trial (e.g., juries, courts, sentencing), and/or post‑trial (probation, parole). The Lecturer will typically teach three (3) Law & Society courses each semester, such as Law & Legal Process, Law & Society, Juvenile Law, Criminal Law, and Criminal Procedure. Preference will be given to applicants who can offer other Law & Society courses concerning legal decision making, and/or required Criminology courses such as Criminological Theory and Research Methods in Criminology. Preference will also be given to those with experience teaching multiple class sizes using different teaching modalities (face‑to‑face, online, hybrid). The Lecturer will also support other instructional needs to the undergraduate Criminology & Law program, such as undergraduate advising and engaging in research collaboration with undergraduates. The Lecturer will be expected to actively contribute to campus‑ and college‑wide initiatives designed to increase the quality of the educational experience provided to students, while also helping them create a path from their studies to their future professions. These include offering courses to UF Quest (https://undergrad.aa.ufl.edu/uf-quest/) and participating in the Beyond120 program (https://www.advising.ufl.edu/beyond120).
Location Gainesville, FL
Expected Salary $72,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year. The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package.
Employment Benefits
Health Insurance: UF participates in state‑ and university‑sponsored benefits programs for individuals, families, and domestic partners, and offers voluntary insurance that includes vision, dental, long‑term disability and more.
Retirement Options: Florida Retirement System Pension Plan, State University System Optional Retirement Program, Florida Retirement System Investment Plan, and Voluntary Retirement Savings Plan.
Leave: UF staff enjoy a generous paid leave plan as well as access to a sick‑leave pool, maternity/paternity leave, and leave payouts.
Required Qualifications Ph.D. in Criminology or Criminal Justice, Sociology or a relevant social science field by date of hire. A Juris Doctor (J.D.) by itself is not sufficient for this position. The selected candidate must demonstrate the ability to teach effectively in face‑to‑face and/or online formats.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to teach multiple Law & Society courses in the undergraduate Criminology & Law curriculum.
Experience teaching specialty upper‑division undergraduate courses in Law & Society.
Experience teaching various class sizes utilizing multiple teaching modalities and instructional technologies.
Evidence of a strong commitment to undergraduate education including the ability to advise students and collaborate on research with undergraduates.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to engage students and convey a passion for teaching and learning.
Special Instructions to Applicants For full consideration, applications must be submitted online. A complete application includes (1) a letter of application summarizing the applicant's qualifications, interests, experience, and suitability for the position, (2) a complete curriculum vitae, (3) a statement of teaching philosophy, (4) peer or student evaluations of teaching (if available), (5) sample course syllabi, and (6) the names and email addresses of three references. An email will be sent to your references, requesting them to upload their confidential letter to the submission packet.
Application Timeline Applications will be reviewed beginning December 1, 2025, and the position will remain open until filled. Only complete applications will be reviewed at this time. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority.
Pre‑employment Screening All candidates for employment are subject to a pre‑employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education. The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).
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