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Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice & Criminology (up to 2 positions)

Sam Houston State University

Huntsville, TXJobSeen 3w ago

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Huntsville, TX
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Doctorate

Job overview

The university seeks up to two Assistant Professors in Criminal Justice and Criminology to join an on‑site, research‑intensive department. Candidates must hold a Ph.D., demonstrate a strong publication record, secure external funding, teach core courses, and mentor students.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

ResearchPublicationGrant WritingTeachingMentoringPolicing ResearchJuvenile Justice Research

Qualifications

Ph.D. In Criminal Justice, Criminology or Related Field

Full job description

Requisition: 202600109F

Hiring Salary/Recruiting Range:

Commensurate with education and experience.

Department: Dept of Criminal Justice and Criminology

General Requirements:

The faculty positions will be on-site with in-person teaching expectations and research expectations that are consistent with a high-ranking doctoral degree granting department within an R2 university.

Nature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties:

Successful applicants are expected to 1) have an active research agenda that includes a strong publication record; 2) demonstrate the potential to secure external research funding; 3) teach core courses in the Department’s academic degree programs; and 4) demonstrate a commitment to mentoring students.

Other Specifications/Instructions for the Position:

To ensure full consideration, applications must be submitted online at: https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/ and should include a letter of interest, a current vita, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research & goals, and the names and contact information for three references. addressed to: : Dr. Andia Azimi ([email protected]), Chair Search Committee, Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology, Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, Texas 77341-2296.

Review of materials will begin September 16, 2026, and will continue until the search is completed.

Educational Requirements for the Position (Faculty Positions Only):

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a closely related academic field.

Experience Required for the Position (Faculty Positions Only):

Areas of specialization are open, but preference will be given to candidates with research expertise in policing or juvenile justice and delinquency.

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