Assistant/Associate Professor, Criminal Justice
About The Position
The Department of History, Political Science, and Philosophy at Texas A&M University-Kingsville invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor of Criminal Justice position beginning Fall 2026. About the Program: The Criminal Justice program serves approximately 190 majors and offers a comprehensive undergraduate curriculum preparing students for careers in law enforcement, corrections, courts, and related fields. We seek a dedicated educator and scholar who will contribute to our program's continued growth and excellence.
Requirements
- For Assistant Professor: ABD or Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or closely related field (Ph.D. must be completed by start date)
- Evidence of teaching excellence or strong potential for effective teaching
- Demonstrated commitment to scholarly activity
- For Associate Professor: Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or closely related field
- Strong record of teaching excellence at the college level
- Established record of scholarly research and publication
- Evidence of service to the profession
Nice To Haves
- Experience or interest in advising student organizations
- Experience coordinating internship programs
- Ability to teach in specialized areas of criminal justice
Responsibilities
- Teach eight undergraduate courses per academic year (4/4 teaching load) across the Criminal Justice curriculum
- Develop and deliver engaging courses that may include criminology, policing, corrections, criminal law, juvenile justice, research methods, and other areas based on departmental needs and candidate expertise
- Engage in scholarly research and publication appropriate to rank
- Advise and mentor undergraduate students
- Participate in department, college, and university service
- Develop new courses to enhance curriculum offerings
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
