Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Criminal Justice and Criminology in Fall 2026, Spring 2027​/Summer 2027 (up

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Come and join the Bearkat community! 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.

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

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Lecturer-Pool

Exempt

Commensurate with education and experience.

Part-Time Non-Tenure Track

College of Criminal Justice

Dept of Criminal Justice and Criminology

03/09/2026

Wanda Leal

Assistant Department Chair College of Criminal Justice Sam Houston State University Huntsville, TX 77341

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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.

JD or Master's Degree in Criminal Justice or closely related field.

Relevant teaching and/or practical experience.

Applicants should submit with the application: vitae, three (3) reference letters, and unofficial transcripts.

Responsible for teaching a wide range of courses to support the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology's undergraduate and graduate degree programs

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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.

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