Jennifer R. Roberts

Jennifer R. Roberts is a Professor in the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP). She has been affiliated with IUP since 2000, serving in roles such as doctoral coordinator (6 years) and off-campus master's coordinator (5 years). She currently chairs the IUP Institutional Review Board for the Protection of Human Rights.

Education:

• PhD in Criminal Justice, University of Nebraska at Omaha (2000)
• MA in Criminal Justice, Indiana University (1996)
• BA in Criminal Justice, University of South Dakota (1993)

Research Focus: Dr. Roberts specializes in survey methods with criminal justice populations. Her work emphasizes methodological rigor and has been published in journals such as Journal of Quantitative Criminology, Journal of Criminal Justice, and Victims & Offenders. Her research spans themes like violence, justice system efficacy, and policy evaluation.

Professional Contributions: Roberts has contributed to interdisciplinary collaborations, particularly in refining survey methodologies for justice populations. Her IRB leadership reflects her commitment to ethical research practices.

Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Criminology and Criminal Justice Department at Wilson Hall, Room 200, Indiana, PA.