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Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Criminal Justice and Criminology in Fall 2026, Spring 2027/Summer 2027 (up to 5 positions to be

Part-time

Sam Houston State University

Huntsville, TXPart-timeSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation
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Location
Huntsville, TX
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
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Job overview

Sam Houston State University seeks lecturer-pool faculty for the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology for Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027. These part-time, non-tenure-track term positions are hired according to student demand each semester. Faculty teach one to four courses per semester supporting the department’s undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Teaching

Qualifications

JD or Master's in Criminal Justice or Related FieldRelevant Teaching or Practical ExperienceThree Reference LettersUnofficial Transcripts

Full job description

Department: Criminal Justice and Criminology Part Time, Non-Tenure Track Open until filled: Yes Requisition number: 202600030F Usual duties: Lecturer-pool faculty are term positions hired to teach 1-4 courses per semester. Hiring is based on student demand on a semester-by-semester basis. The instructor is responsible for teaching a wide range of courses to support the department degree programs. Degree Requirements: JD or Masters Degree in Criminal Justice or closely related field. Experience Requirements: Relevant teaching and/or practical experience. Other Requirements for the Position: Applicants should submit with the application: vitae, three (3) reference letters, and unofficial transcripts. Special Instructions Summary: Responsible for teaching a wide range of courses to support the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminologys undergraduate and graduate degree programs This posting is for Fall 2026, Spring 2027 and Summer 2027 Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with TitleVIIas interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an at will employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions atSHSUrequire background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215. Physical Address: Human Resources Department 1831 University Ave, John W. Thomason Bldg. Suite 202 P.O. Box 2356 Huntsville, TX 77341-2356 SHSU Employment Office: (936) 294-1070 Email: [email protected] Employment Portal: shsu.peopleadmin.com

How this job compares

Set against the 704 open Lecturer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 30, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$73–80K/yr119 salary ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 145 open Lecturer jobs in Texas and 704 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Experience
Lecturer postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 3 years (138 postings).
Education
557 of the 704 open Lecturer jobs (79%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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