Criminology and Criminal Justice Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position

4 days ago


Boca Raton, Florida, United States InsideHigherEd Full time

Florida Atlantic University invites applications for a postdoctoral research fellow position in the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice. The successful candidate will work on multiple funded projects focused on evaluating community-based, behavioral health related programs. Prior experience in working alongside law enforcement/clinicians or studying best practices in the provision of behavioral health services is strongly desired.

The position involves collaborating with other project team members to produce peer-reviewed publications and internal and external reports for funding agencies. The successful candidate will also be expected to teach and contribute to the development of the School's research agenda. The position is an on-campus appointment for two calendar years, beginning January 6, 2025.

Florida Atlantic University is a Carnegie doctorate-granting university with over 30,000 students and is a designated Hispanic Serving Institution by the U.S. Department of Education. The university prioritizes healthy aging, neuroscience, environmental science, and sensing and smart systems, and the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice is committed to creating an accessible, supportive working environment.

The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in criminal justice, criminology, or a related field obtained within the past five years. ABDs will be considered, but requirements for the Ph.D. must be completed by the position start date. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to conducting independent research, publishing in peer-reviewed journals, and working with a team of scholars to conduct community-based research.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct research on community-based, behavioral health related programs
  • Collaborate with project team members to produce peer-reviewed publications and reports
  • Teach and contribute to the development of the School's research agenda
  • Work with law enforcement/clinicians to evaluate best practices in behavioral health services

Requirements:

  • Ph.D. in criminal justice, criminology, or a related field obtained within the past five years
  • ABDs will be considered, but requirements for the Ph.D. must be completed by the position start date
  • Commitment to conducting independent research, publishing in peer-reviewed journals, and working with a team of scholars

Salary: $60,000.00

College or Department: College of Social Work and Criminal Justice

Location: Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours: N/A

Application Deadline: This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.

Special Instructions to Applicant: This position is subject to funding. All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents.



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