Assistant Professor, Criminal Justice

About the role

This is a nine-month, tenure-track faculty appointment requiring regular on-campus presence to fulfill teaching, research, advising, service, and departmental responsibilities. The position encourages active engagement in scholarly research, externally funded projects, proposal development, grant management, and community or agency partnerships.

Special Note: We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Lamar University is home to more than 18,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 120-degree options, Lamar University strives to educate leaders, demonstrate excellence in student learning and career readiness, and pursue research with relevance.

Responsibilities

Teaching

• Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in