Lecturer in Criminal Justice and Criminology

About the University

Established in 1965, Metropolitan State University (MSU Denver) was founded to serve students who were underrepresented in higher education whose life paths and experiences did not fit the traditional mold. Sixty years later, the University continues to serve over 16,000 of Colorado's extraordinary and diverse students, providing them with the foundation on which to build their unique aspirations. As the third largest public institution of higher education in Colorado, MSU Denver is a model university for today's college students.

Proud of its federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution that also offers graduate programs (gHSI) and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado, the University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state, as well as the most first-generation students. Through affordable, flexible, and holistic education, MSU Denver helps students build essential skills grounded in a multicultural and global perspective that lead to undergraduate and graduate degrees, and career and life success.

At MSU Denver, we are committed to our CADRE values:

Community, Access, Diversity, Respect, and Excellence. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment where all community members are valued and belong. Our dedication to breaking down barriers to education, fostering open dialogue, and promoting world-class scholarship ensures that we provide exceptional services and innovative learning opportunities for our students, faculty, and staff.

About the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology

The Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology offers three different degree programs, which include a BS in Criminal Justice and Criminology, BS in Cybersecurity, and MS in Cybersecurity. Our programs seek to prepare professionals who are critically educated, socially intelligent, ethically aware, and culturally sensitive. Our diverse team consists of 12 full-time faculty with various professional and research backgrounds, two dedicated and talented staff members, and a group of part-time affiliate faculty with a depth of industry experience.

Faculty and staff in the department lead and serve students with humanity, equity, and inclusivity.

Position Summary

The Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology at MSU Denver invites applications for a full-time faculty lecturer position starting Fall 2026. The successful candidate must have the desire and ability to work with and be sensitive to the educational needs of a diverse, urban population. This position has the potential to be renewed on a year to year basis.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will perform the following job responsibilities:

• Carry a 5/5 teaching load, i.e., 15 credit hours per (fall and spring) semester
• Teach introductory and advanced courses in Criminal Justice, Criminology, & Cybersecurity
• Advise and be able to work with and be sensitive to the educational needs of students from a diverse, and non-traditional student population in an urban environment
• Provide service to improve the welfare of the University at all levels and provide public service to the community and professional organizations which benefits the University, College, and Department.

Required Qualifications

Minimum education/work experience includes one of the following:

• Master's degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a closely related/relevant field (with specialization in Criminal Justice or Criminology ) and four years of teaching experience OR
• JD, plus four years of teaching experience OR
• ABD in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a closely related/relevant field (with specialization in Criminal Justice or Criminology ) and four years of teaching

Preferred Qualifications

• ABD or earned Doctorate in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a closely related/relevant field (with specialization in Cybercrime, Cybersecurity, Criminal Justice and/or Criminology)
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and effectively with a diverse student body and faculty, especially ethnic minorities
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to apply current computer and other technologies in the classroom
• Ability to teach in the areas below that are listed in order of priority/preference:

1. Cyberlaw/Cybersecurity

• ABD, or earned Doctorate in Criminal Justice, Criminology or a closely related social science discipline
• Ability to teach introductory and advanced courses in cyber security, cyber law, cyber investigations and/or other criminal justice courses related to the field
• Criminal justice work experience, especially managerial experience in cybercrime or cybersecurity at the local, state or federal level

2. Law and Policy

• ABD, or earned Doctorate in Criminal Justice, Criminology or a closely related social science discipline
• Ability to teach introductory and advanced courses in criminal law, constitutional law, criminal justice policy, and cybersecurity policy…