Adjunct Part-Time Lecturer - School of Criminology and Criminal Justice - New York

The College of Social Sciences and Humanities and its ten tenure units are the home of the Experiential Liberal Arts. Through its research, teaching, and engagement missions, the college collaborates across the university, the Northeastern network, and partners around the globe.  The School of Criminology and Criminal Justice, housed within CSSH seeks a part time lecturer for Northeastern University New York City.

Using an active learning approach, the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice seeks to develop its students intellectually and ethically, while providing them with a keen appreciation for the complexities of crime, and public and private efforts to make communities safer and ensure justice.

We are currently looking for a lecturer to teach Criminology in the Spring, 2027 semester in NYC.  We especially welcome candidates committed to high-quality instruction at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. We will keep all qualified applications on file for additional openings.

Positions are available throughout the year contingent upon enrollment and departmental need.

Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or related social science discipline is required. A JD is required for all law courses. Preference will be given to individuals with teaching ability in the areas of Criminal Law, Security, Policing, Violence, Victimology, and Research Methods, and Forensic Science.

CV and Cover Letter required.

Northeastern University will not provide H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, or any other type of employment visa sponsorship for the successful applicant to this position, now or in the future. Furthermore, the successful applicant must be able to maintain valid work authorization in the United States throughout the entire appointment without Northeastern University’s sponsorship for a visa.

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.  

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.