Research Funding and Other Opportunities

AVERT members have access to exclusive research funding opportunities.  Learn more about the latest research funding calls administered by the AVERT network as well as other opportunities for research funding, fellowships, exchanges and collaborations. 

Position available

Associate or Full Professor Position in Cybercrime/Cybersecurity at Michigan State University

The School of Criminal Justice at Michigan State University invites applications for an Associate or Full Professor in the area of Cybercrime or Cybersecurity, supported by the Global Impact Initiative. This 9-month tenure-system position begins in August 2025 and is research-focused (80% research, 10% teaching, 10% service). Candidates should have a Ph.D. in criminology, criminal justice, or a related field, with a strong record of scholarly publications and a focus on cybercrime, extremism, terrorism, and cybersecurity.

Review of applications: Begins October 1, 2024 until position is filled.
Learn how to apply here.

Apply for the 2025 Fellowship at the ACJS Doctoral Student Summit

HDR students are invited to apply for a prestigious fellowship at the 2025 Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences (ACJS) Doctoral Student Summit, to be held in Denver, Colorado, in March 2025.

Program Highlights: The 2025 Summit, celebrating its 10th anniversary, will offer students opportunities to present research, participate in developmental workshops, and network with global criminologists.

Fellowship Benefits: Selected fellows will receive accommodations, conference registration, and partial meals. While flights from AU/NZ may be costly, students are encouraged to explore travel schemes to support participation.

Eligibility: HDR students engaged in research related to criminal justice, criminology, or crime and deviancy (broadly defined) are encouraged to apply. You do not need to be enrolled in a Criminology program to be eligible.

Application Deadline: October 15, 2024 (early applications encouraged). The application process involves two steps, as detailed on the ACJS website.

For more details and to apply, visit the ACJS Doctoral Summit 2025 page

Note on Eligibility for AU/NZ Students:

  • GPA requirements can be disregarded with a note explaining your institution’s structure.

  • Coursework and qualifying exams can also be omitted if not applicable, with the advisor’s letter supplementing the application.

For additional details, see the Journal of Criminal Justice Education article.