Assistant Professor - Criminal Justice

Job description

The School of History, Philosophy, and Social Sciences at Pittsburg State University invites applications for a faculty position in Criminal Justice. Degree level and experience will be considered in determining rank and tenure status. This is a 9 month- appointment beginning August 2026. Applicants with a PhD in in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or Sociology will be considered for a tenure track appointment at the Assistant Professor rank. Applicants holding a master’s degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or Sociology may be appointed to a non-tenure track Assistant Instructional Professor rank. Duties and Responsibilities: •Teach Sociology and/or Criminal Justice surveys •Teach upper-division courses in areas of specialization •Provide service to the university, college, and school •Exhibit a commitment to student success •Participation in recruitment and retention efforts •Research leading to publications (tenure track) Education and Experience: Required Education and Experience –: •Master’s degree in in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or Sociology from an accredited institution of higher learning •Demonstrate teaching effectiveness Candidates must hold a master's degree in c...