The Department of Criminal Justice at High Point University invites applications for two full-time, non-tenure faculty positions. Current available ranks are assistant professor and instructor, both with promotion steps possible. The positions begin in August of 2026, and candidates with a PhD in criminal justice will be given preference. Applications from candidates with a PhD in a closely related field or those with a master’s degree in criminal justice or related field with applicable field experience will be provided full consideration. One position will require the candidate’s specialty to cover coursework in policing. Teaching courses such as police operations and police administration are required. Qualifications to teach white-collar crime, forensics, violent crime, and/or intro to the justice system desired but not required. For the other position, the field specialty is open. Preference will be given to those candidates with qualifications to teach forensics, homeland security, and/or crime analysis. Ability to teach white-collar crime, violent crime, and/or intro to the justice system desired but not required. Generalists will also be considered. Duties include teaching three or four courses per semester (depending on rank and credentials) and performing departmental service as part of a close and vital faculty team.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree