Lecturer – Criminal Justice & Criminology (Multi-Course

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

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 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.

This posting is for Fall 2026, Spring 2027 & Summer 2027.

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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.