Assistant/Associate Professor, Criminal Justice

Agency

Department

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. 

About the Program: 

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. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• 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 

Minimum Requirements: 

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 

Preferred Requirements: 

• Experience or interest in advising student organizations 

• Experience coordinating internship programs 

• Ability to teach in specialized areas of criminal justice 

About Texas A&M University-Kingsville: 

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. 

Application Materials: 

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) 

• Please send Three letters of recommendation to HPSP@tamuk.edu

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.