Description
Job Description
Assistantor Associate Professor of Criminal Justice
Texas A&M University-Kingsville
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
Essential Duties and 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
- Preference given to candidates who can advise student organizations or coordinate the internship program
- Develop new courses to enhance curriculum offerings
Minimum 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
- Demonstratedcommitment 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
Preferred Requirements:
- Experience or interest in advising student organizations
- Experience coordinating internship programs
- Abilityto teach in specialized areas of criminal justice
About Texas A&M University-Kingsville:
Texas A&M University-Kingsville is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and member of the Texas A&M University System, located in South Texas. We are committed to student success and providing accessible, high-quality education to our student body.
Application Materials:
Applicants should submit:
- Letter of application addressing qualifications and teaching interests
- Curriculum vitae
- Research statement
- Teaching statement (including teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness)
- Writing sample (article, chapter, or dissertation excerpt)
Submit all materials to https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TAMUK_External/details/Assistant-Associate-Professor--Criminal-Justice_R-090627-1
In addition, please send three confidential letters of recommendation to HPSP@tamuk.edu.
Review of applicants to begin immediately.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
