Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice & Criminology (up to 2 positions)

Posting Details

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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.

Position Information

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 202600109F 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 08/17/2026 Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/48267

Refer Applicants To

Contact Name Andia Azimi Title

Search Committee Chair

Department 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

Successful applicants are expected to 1) have an active research agenda that includes a strong publication record; 2) demonstrate the potential to secure external research funding; 3) teach core courses in the Department's academic degree programs; and 4) demonstrate a commitment to mentoring 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

Areas of specialization are open, but preference will be given to candidates with research expertise in policing or juvenile justice and delinquency.

Other Requirements for the Position

The faculty positions will be on-site with in-person teaching expectations and research expectations that are consistent with a high-ranking doctoral degree granting department within an R2 university.

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, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research & goals, and the names and contact information for three references. addressed to: : Dr. Andia Azimi (axa205@shsu.edu), Chair Search Committee, Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology, Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, Texas 77341-2296.

Review of materials will begin September 16, 2026, and will continue until the search is completed.

Open Until Filled Yes

EEO Statement

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. 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.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

Supplemental Questions

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• • How did you learn about this position?

• The Chronicle of Higher Education

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• Inside Higher Ed

• Higher Ed Jobs

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• SHSU Website

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Candidate Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae (Faculty)
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Statement of Research & Goals
• Reference Contact Information

Optional Documents