Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Criminal Justice & Criminology in Fall 2025, Spring 2026/Summer 2026 (up to 5 positions to be filled)
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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.
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
Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Criminal Justice & Criminology in Fall 2025, Spring 2026/Summer 2026 (up to 5 positions to be filled)
Requisition
202500031F
Rank
Lecturer-Pool
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Category
Position Type
Part-Time Non-Tenure Track
College
College of Criminal Justice
Department
Dept of Criminal Justice and Criminology
Open Date
03/10/2025
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/42792
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name
Dr. Jason Ingram
Title
Department of Criminal Justice & Criminology
College of Criminal Justice
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX 77341
Contact Phone
(936) 294-1698
Contact Email
jri004@shsu.edu
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
Lecturer-Pool faculty are term positions hired to teach one to four courses per semester. Lecturer-Pool faculty hiring is based upon student demand, on a semester-by-semester basis.
Responsible for teaching a wide range of courses to support the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology’s undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
Educational Requirements for the Position
JD or Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice or closely related field.
Experience Required for the Position
Relevant teaching and/or practical experience.
Other Requirements for the Position
Special Instructions Summary
Applicants should submit an application, vita, three (3) reference letters, and unofficial transcripts.
This posting is for Fall 2025, Spring 2026, Summer 2026.
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, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. 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.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
Supplemental Questions
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- * How did you learn about this position?
- The Chronicle of Higher Education
- Diverse Issues in Higher Education
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- HACU - Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities
- The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
- Association for Women in Science
- TWC - Work in Texas
- Inside Higher Ed
- Higher Ed Jobs
- HERC - Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
- SHSU Website
- SHSU Employee
- SHSU Recruiter
- Other
- If your response to the question above was "SHSU Employee" please indicate employee's name and department.
- (Open Ended Question)
- If your response to the question above was "Other" please indicate from what source.
- (Open Ended Question)
- * Are you available to teach during the day?
- Yes
- No
- * Are you available to teach during the evening?
- Yes
- No
Candidate Documents
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae (Faculty)
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Letter of Recommendation 2
- Letter of Recommendation 3
- Transcripts
Optional Documents
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