Faculty, Criminal Justice; Security Management Tenure-Track

Overview

The Criminal Justice Department seeks a dynamic and engaged educator for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position beginning in Fall 2027. This faculty member specializes in Security Studies will possess the demonstrated ability to teach courses in homeland security, terrorism, and emergency management. The successful candidate will contribute to a vibrant academic community by teaching a range of foundational undergraduate courses such as criminal justice ethics, criminal law, statistics, research methods, theory, policing, courts, corrections, and global crime and justice, as well as courses within the graduate program.

The ideal candidate will bring a commitment to student success, interdisciplinary collaboration, and innovative approaches to teaching, learning, and mentoring. At Salem State University, we are deeply committed to academic excellence and the transformative power of higher education. We pride ourselves in providing first-rate classroom experiences and supervising intensive learning opportunities such as research and internships. As a faculty member, you will play a vital role in shaping the learning and growth of our students, many of whom are the first in their families to attend college.

We value collegiality, collaboration and a dedication to student success. Join us in a community that prioritizes civic engagement and continuous improvement, where your contributions will help build a socially just world and inspire the next generation of scholars.

Candidates are required to perform duties in accordance with the MSCA contract. Duties include teaching, advising, scholarship and contributions to continuously improve the department and university. The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester. The position is subject to available funding.

This is an onsite position in Salem, MA with on-campus, in-person responsibilities.

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email eo-hr.

The university considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email eo-hr.

Salem State University does not partner with or accept candidates from outside staffing agencies. All hiring is managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team.