Faculty Position FA25-014
Position Title
Director of the Center for Crime Science and Violence Prevention
Hiring Unit
The Graduate School
Job Description
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) is establishing the Center for Crime Science and Violence Prevention (CCSVP), a university wide research center located on the Southwestern Illinois Justice & Workforce Development Campus. The center will focus on assisting regional stakeholders, academics and the community in developing, executing and evaluating violence prevention projects.
We are seeking an innovative, visionary director for the center who will provide leadership in establishing practitioner-oriented research and educational initiatives across academic units at SIUE. Specifically, the director will: (a) Create multidisciplinary approaches to violence prevention research; (b) foster partnerships with stakeholders in the region (and beyond); (c) Facilitate and participate in pursuing external funding; (d) Educate, mentor and provide real-world experiences to undergraduate and graduate students; (e) Promote the use of evidence-based approaches and data-driven criminal justice practices; (f) Work toward greater regional data transparency and data sharing, especially of geospatial criminal justice data; (g) Work on technology focused projects that enhance equity, justice and violence reductions, such as surveillance technology and Virtual Reality training.
The position of director is a 12-month appointment with the opportunity of tenure in the Department of Criminal Justice Studies. The director will report to the Associate Provost for Research.
SIUE is a nationally recognized university that provides students with a high-quality, affordable education that prepares them for successful careers and lives of purpose to shape a changing world. Built on the foundation of a broad-based liberal education, and enhanced by hands-on research and real-world experiences, the academic preparation SIUE students receive equips them to thrive in the global marketplace and make our communities better places to live.
Situated on 2,600 acres of beautiful woodland atop the bluffs overlooking the natural beauty of the Mississippi River's rich bottom land and only a short drive from Downtown St. Louis, the SIUE campus is home to a diverse student body of more than 13,0000.
Minimum Qualifications
Successful candidates will be SIUE faculty with a terminal degree. Eligibility for the rank of Professor in Criminal Justice Studies is required. The successful candidate must have excellent quantitative research skills, including experience with geospatial analysis and evaluation research. Experience with ArcGIS, STATA and/or R is expected, familiarity with raw criminal justice data such as CAD and RMS data is also required. Candidate should have a track record of external grant funding and experience writing and presenting for both academic and professional audiences.
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville nurtures an open, respectful, and welcoming climate that facilitates learning and work. SIUE is committed to education that explores the historic significance of diversity in order to understand the present and to better enable our community to engage the future. Integral to this commitment, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville strives for a student body and a workforce that is both diverse and inclusive. We strongly encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups, including women, members of racially minoritized groups, and individuals with disabilities, to apply. For more on our State of Diversity, visit SIUE Mission, Goals and Plans
Source of Funds
State
Salary
Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits package is included.
Terms of Appointment
Full-time, twelve-month appointment with the opportunity of tenure in the Department of Criminal Justice Studies. The start date for the position will be January 2, 2025.
Application Process
Please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae and a list of three references. Electronic submissions are preferred and may be emailed to:
Teri Gulledge: tgulled@siue.edu
Printed applications packages may be sent to:
Chair of the CCSVP Director Search
c/o Teri Gulledge
Office of the Provost and Vice-Chancellor for Academic Affairs
Box 1021, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL 62026
Application Deadline
September 27, 2024
SIUE is a state university - benefits under state sponsored plans may not be available to holders of F1 or J1 visas. Applicants will be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Acts (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, please call 618-650-2190 or email EmploymentHR@siue.edu.
The SIUE Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.siue.edu/police/cleary-act-forms/ . This report is published in compliance the “Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act” and the Higher Education Opportunity Act also known as the “Campus Fire Safety Right to Know.”
Dual Career Support for New Faculty
The Career Development Center, in partnership with SIUE's Toward an Inclusive Model of Excellence project, is proud to provide a variety of career services and resources to partners of new faculty who have relocated to the Greater St. Louis area. Support for this initiative was provided by the National Science Foundation (NSF) through Award 1936141. This program offers various career services and resources available to help individuals in their career journey. Additional details may be found online at Dual Career Support
Faculty Development and Other Support
Several units across campus offer various programs and training opportunities to new faculty members as they begin their employment at SIUE. Support units include but are not limited to the Faculty Development Center Ombuds Services , Office of Research and Projects, and Inclusive Excellence, Education, and Development Hub.
Employee Benefits
To support faculty in balancing work and family obligations, SIUE offers an exceptional array of comprehensive benefits including:
*Medical, dental and vision insurance;
*Life insurance;
*SURS retirement plan;
*Supplemental retirement savings plans;
*Generous holiday schedule;
*WorkLife programs;
*Employee Assistance Program (mental health and wellness);
*Employee discounts (local and national retailers);
*Flexible Spending Account Program;
*University tuition waivers (Employee and Dependents).
For more information, visit: SIUE Office of Human Resources- Benefits
