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Jacob Erickson is an Assistant Professor of Sociology at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). Previously, he held an Assistant Professor position at Georgia Southern University (2020–2023) and earned his Ph.D. from Iowa State University. His academic background includes undergraduate and graduate degrees from Wichita State University.
Dr. Erickson’s research focuses on identity formation and decision-making processes in deviant and criminal behavior, particularly drug involvement and violent crime. His work integrates quantitative and qualitative methodologies to explore topics such as the 'code of the street,' narrative analysis among drug users, and systemic inequities in education and criminal justice systems. Notable contributions include his award-winning article Meth Cooking as a Job: Identity and Dirty Work (2021), which won the 2022 MacNamara Award from the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences.
His recent scholarship spans diverse areas, including content moderation on alternative platforms, school victimization dynamics, and algorithmic fairness in recommender systems. Erickson’s research frequently bridges criminology, sociology, and digital studies, emphasizing interdisciplinary insights into social behavior and systemic structures.
He has published in leading journals such as Justice Quarterly, American Journal of Criminal Justice, and Youth Violence and Juvenile Justice. His work addresses pressing issues like political polarization, educational disparities, and the intersection of technology with criminal behavior.
- Scientific Award: 2022 MacNamara Award (ACJS)
- Professional Experience: UNLV (2023–present), Georgia Southern University (2020–2023)
Erickson’s research agenda continues to explore narratives of crime, the conditioning effects of race and gender on criminal behavior, and the role of digital infrastructures in societal dynamics.
