Jin R. Lee

Dr. Jin R. Lee is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Criminology, Law and Society at George Mason University, specializing in cybercrime, cybersecurity, and cyberpsychology. His research addresses online crime dynamics, law enforcement challenges, and illicit market activities. He is affiliated with prominent research organizations including the Michigan State University's International Interdisciplinary Research Consortium on Cybercrime (IIRCC) and the George Mason University's Center for Evidence-Based Crime Policy (CEBCP).

Education:

• Ph.D., Criminal Justice, Michigan State University (2021)
• M.A., Criminology, University of Ontario Institute of Technology (2017)
• B.A., Criminology and English, University of Toronto (2014)

Research Interests: Dr. Lee focuses on cybercrime classification, online interpersonal violence, digital marketplaces (e.g., Dark Web firearms), and the psychological factors driving cyber deviance. He emphasizes applying criminological theories to digital spaces and enhancing evidence-based policing strategies.

Key Contributions: His recent work explores identity theft typologies, moral disengagement in cyberbullying, and the economics of stolen data markets. He has been recognized with prestigious awards including the ASC Early Career Award (2022) and ACJS New Scholar Award (2025).

Advising & Grants: While no advisees are listed, Dr. Lee collaborates on interdisciplinary research projects and serves as an Associate Editor for the International Journal of Police Science & Management. He actively engages in policy discussions through NASEM’s Cybercrime Classification Committee.

Labs & Teams: Affiliated with the Digital Life Research Group (DLRG) and the Center for Cybercrime Investigation and Cybersecurity (CIC), he leads initiatives on cybercrime measurement and prevention strategies.