Assistant Professor of Practice in Criminal Justice & Criminology (2 positions to be filled)

Posting Details

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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Position Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Position Title
Assistant Professor of Practice in Criminal Justice & Criminology (2 positions to be filled)

Requisition
202600062F

Rank
Assistant Professor of Practice

FLSA status
Exempt

Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.

Position Category

Position Type
Full-Time Non-Tenure Track

College
College of Criminal Justice

Department
Dept of Criminal Justice and Criminology

Open Date
05/12/2026

Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/47066

Refer Applicants To

Contact Name
Jason Ingram

Title
Chair, Criminal Justice & Criminology, College of Criminal Justice, Huntsville, TX 77341-2296

Contact Phone
(936) 294-1698

Contact Email
icc_jri004@shsu.edu

Position Details

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job

Teach four (4) classes each semester of undergraduate and/or graduate courses delivered online: (15-week, 7.5 weeks, or 5-week terms) and/or face-to-face at main campus based on departmental needs. This position also has a service expectation related to online course updates and maintenance.

Educational Requirements for the Position

The successful candidate must have a terminal degree, such as a J.D. or Ph.D., in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a closely related academic field.

Experience Required for the Position

Preference will be given to candidates who have experience as a criminal justice professional and/or who have proficiency in teaching criminal justice courses (college or university). Additionally, preference will be given to those who possess on-line instructional experience.

Other Requirements for the Position

Successful candidate will receive a nine-month contract and a summer contract. Work may require evenings and weekend.

Special Instructions Summary

Open Until Filled
Yes

EEO Statement

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 Title VII as 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 at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.