About the University and Department
Texas A&M University-Central Texas (TAMUCT) is a public university in Killeen, Texas, near Fort Cavazos and the Austin area. It offers junior- and senior-level coursework leading to baccalaureate and graduate degrees. The student population at A&M-Central Texas is diverse and growing. TAMUCT is a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI) serving over 2,400 students. The TAMUCT Social Sciences department is interdisciplinary, with programs in Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Political Science, Sociology, and Anthropology.
Job Description
The Department of Social Sciences at TAMUCT is seeking applicants for a tenure-track assistant professor who will join our Criminal Justice undergraduate and graduate programs. The program offers four degrees: BS in Criminal Justice, BAAS in Criminal Justice, Master in Criminal Justice, and MS in Homeland Security. The department is particularly interested in candidates with a strong theoretical background, expertise in national security, or a strong background in legal studies. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the program through teaching, service, and scholarship commensurate with a regional university.
Responsibilities
• Teach face-to-face and online, undergraduate and graduate-level courses. Preference will be given to candidates who can teach courses throughout the curriculum.
• Engage in an active research agenda, including publishing and presenting findings at academic conferences.
• Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring a diverse student population and working effectively with faculty, staff, and students across disciplines.
• Participate in service commitments within the department, college, university, and the profession.
• Advise students.
• Take an active role in the growth of undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience
• Doctor of Philosophy in Criminal Justice or Criminology in hand by the time of appointment.
• One year of undergraduate or graduate teaching experience.
• Evidence of an active research agenda.
Preferred Education and Experience
• Evidence of exemplary teaching is preferred and should be noted in application where possible.
• Evidence of scholarly activity, publication, and innovation in criminal justice or related areas.
• Experience with online Learning Management Systems (LMS), preferably in a collegiate setting.
• Experience in curriculum development.
Job Posting Close Date:
Until Filled
Required Applicant Documents:
• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Philosophy
• Transcripts
• 3 Professional References
Hours: Monday – Friday; faculty hours may vary
Salary: $60,000
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.
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