Assistant Professor - School of Criminal Justice and Criminology

Job Posting Number: 2027031

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The School of Criminal Justice and Criminology at Texas State University invites applicants for up to two full-time(nine-month) tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of
Assistant Professor to begin in
Fall
2027
. Responsibilities include high-quality research,undergraduate and graduate level teaching, and university,professional, and community service. Salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience. The selected candidate will be required to submit to a background check and provide official transcripts from all degree-granting universities. All positions are subject to availability of funds.

• Earned (or anticipate earning by the beginning of the Fall 2027semester) a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or related field; those who hold only a JD will not be considered.
• Evidence or potential of peer-reviewed publication and abilityto sustain publication productivity.

• Have strong methodological/analytic skills.
• Can contribute to the growth and versatility of the School'sunder graduate and graduate programs.
• Have potential for seeking and/or securing external grant funding.
• Have evidence of effective teaching.
• Demonstrate a commitment to service and student mentorship.

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Texas State University is a emerging research institution locatedin the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful

Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over
50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting yourfirst day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and manymore!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great professional development opportunities: choose from avariety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one ofthe most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in thenation.