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.
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice & Criminology (up to 2 positions) Requisition 202400118F Rank Assistant Professor FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary Commensurate with education and experience. Position Category Position Type Full-Time Tenure Track College College of Criminal Justice Department Dept of Criminal Justice and Criminology Open Date 08/09/2024 Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/40452 Refer Applicants To Contact Name Andia Azimi Title Search Committee ChairDepartment of Criminal Justice and Criminology
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, Texas 77341-2296 Contact Phone Contact Email axa205@shsu.edu Position Details Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job The successful candidate is expected to teach core courses in the Department’s academic degree programs, have an active research agenda that includes potential for a strong publication record, and a commitment to mentoring of students. Educational Requirements for the Position Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a closely related academic field. Experience Required for the Position Preferred area(s) of specialization are Policing, Juvenile Justice & Delinquency, or Corrections with primary consideration given to candidates who demonstrate the capacity to work with agencies and contribute to the Department’s educational missions, research productivity requirements, and service activities. Other Requirements for the Position Special Instructions Summary To ensure full consideration, applications must be submitted online at: https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/ and should include a letter of interest, a current vita, teaching philosophy, statement of research interests and goals, and the names and contact information for a minimum of three references addressed to: Dr. Andia Azimi, Search Committee Chair, Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology, Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, Texas 77341-2296.
Review of materials will continue until the search is completed. Open Until Filled Yes EEO Statement EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. 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.