Assistant​/Associate Professor, Criminal Justice

Overview

Job Description

Assistant or Associate Professor of Criminal Justice
Texas A&M University-Kingsville

The Department of History, Political Science, and Philosophy at Texas A&M University-Kingsville invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor of Criminal Justice position beginning Fall 2026.

The Criminal Justice program serves approximately 190 majors and offers a comprehensive undergraduate curriculum preparing students for careers in law enforcement, corrections, courts, and related fields. We seek a dedicated educator and scholar who will contribute to our program s continued growth and excellence.

• Teach eight undergraduate courses per academic year (4/4 teaching load) across the Criminal Justice curriculum
• Develop and deliver engaging courses that may include criminology, policing, corrections, criminal law, juvenile justice, research methods, and other areas based on departmental needs and candidate expertise
• Engage in scholarly research and publication appropriate to rank
• Advise and mentor undergraduate students
• Participate in department, college, and university service
• Preference given to candidates who can advise student organizations or coordinate the internship program
• Develop new courses to enhance curriculum offerings

For Assistant Professor:

• ABD or Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or closely related field (Ph.D. must be completed by start date)
• Evidence of teaching excellence or strong potential for effective teaching
• Demonstrated commitment to scholarly activity

For Associate Professor:

• Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or closely related field
• Strong record of teaching excellence at the college level
• Established record of scholarly research and publication
• Evidence of service to the profession

• Experience or interest in advising student organizations
• Experience coordinating internship programs
• Ability to teach in specialized areas of criminal justice

Texas A&M University-Kingsville is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and member of the Texas A&M University System, located in South Texas. We are committed to student success and providing accessible, high-quality education to our student body.

Applicants should submit:

• Letter of application addressing qualifications and teaching interests
• Curriculum vitae
• Research statement
• Teaching statement (including teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness)
• Writing sample (article, chapter, or dissertation excerpt)

Submit all materials to

In addition, please send three confidential letters of recommendation to HPSP.

Review of applicants to begin immediately.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.