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Assistant Professor of Justice Studies - Tenure Track - Fall 2026

The Justice Studies program at the University of Maine at Augusta invites applications for an Assistant Professor position starting in September 2026. The program is looking for candidates able to teach a variety of law-related undergraduate courses in the Legal Studies/pre-law area (Foundations of Law and Justice; Criminal Law; Comparative International Justice; Family Law; etc.), with a preference for candidates also able to teach Criminal Justice-related courses.

Courses are taught online, primarily in an asynchronous format, with some possibilities for synchronous online courses. In addition to teaching four courses per semester, the candidate will be required to advise students and engage in departmental, university, and public service. The candidate is also expected to engage in scholarly activity such as presenting at conferences and/or publishing articles related to the field.

About the University (https://www.uma.edu/) :

UMA transforms the lives of students of every age and background across the State of Maine and beyond through access to high-quality distance and on-site education, excellence in student support, civic engagement, and professional and liberal arts programs.

UMA is the third-largest public university in Maine. In addition to its main campus in the state's capital, UMA also serves students at its campus in Bangor (UMA Bangor) and through UMA Centers around the state. With its multiple locations and long-term expertise in online and distance learning, UMA is generally considered the university of choice for Mainers of all ages who want to attend college without uprooting their lives.

To learn more about the Justice Studies program, please visit our webpage at https://www.uma.edu/academics/programs/justice-studies/.

As a full-time faculty member, you will be expected to:

+ Prepare course syllabi, develop courses online in Brightspace, and create assessments of learning

+ Offer courses in a variety of different modalities, including in-person, live online/distance synchronous, as well as asynchronous

+ Support students in their learning and connect them to UMA resources as needed

+ Advise students in the major

+ Teach four classes each semester (fall & spring/total 24 credits), with opportunities to teach additional classes in the summer

+ Participate in program meetings, UMA committees, community service, and collaborate with peers across the University of Maine System (UMS)

UMA faculty are expected to be excellent teachers, responsive to changing professional needs, committed to innovative delivery of instruction resulting in improved student learning, committed to effective use of technology, including distance learning, involved in scholarly activities as appropriate to the appointment, and to provide service to the community, college, and university.

UMA serves a mix of traditional and non-traditional students and offers a wide array of liberal arts and professional programs leading to certificates, associate, baccalaureate, and master's degrees. Programs are delivered on campus and using a network of University centers and sites across the state and internationally. The University offers general education and degree-specific courses using in-person, hyflex, distance synchronous, and online instruction. The successful candidate will be active in university service through student advising, curriculum development, committee activity, and community outreach. Duties of the position may also include supporting the university's early college programming.

Qualifications:

Required:

+ Juris Doctor degree; a PhD in a closely related field will be considered if the candidate has significant knowledge of law

Preferred:

+ Experience teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level

+ Experience with online teaching or learning

Salary: The normal hiring range is in the low 60s for a tenure-track position with a Juris Doctoral degree and is commensurate with qualifications and previous experience, in accordance with the AFUM contract.

Benefits: UMA offers a wide range of benefits (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WXHtyk\_hRIRMz8x4ALoUl463YcCvIbM5/view) , including tuition benefits for employees and dependents, comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, and vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability as well as retirement plan options. The University of Maine System is a recipient of the Wellness Councils of America’s Well Workplace Award and offers wellness programs.

Application Requirements:

+ A cover letter that fully describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position.

+ A curriculum vitae/resume outlining your relevant experience

+ Contact information for three professional references when requested

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered.

Review of applications will start on January 21. Materials received after January 20, 2026, will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

Clery Act:

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. You may view the University’s Annual Security Report (https://www.uma.edu/compliance/annual-security-report/) .

About the University of Maine System

The University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its institutions to advance strategic priorities for UMS (https://www.maine.edu/strategic-plan/) and the state of Maine.

Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Maine's diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality healthcare. Discover more about Maine's exemplary lifestyle on the Maine Office of Tourism website (https://visitmaine.com/plan-your-visit/relocating-to-maine) .