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A single PDF or Word document containing a CV, letter of interest, and a list of three (3) professional references is required to apply…
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Required Application Materials
• A single PDF or Word document containing a cover letter, CV, and a list of three professional references.
• Evidence of teaching proficiency (syllabi).
• Teaching Evaluations completed by students (if available).
Job Summary
The Department of Social Sciences at the University of Texas at Tyler is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice to teach in the Criminal Justice program to begin August 15, 2025. Duties include teaching a 3/3 course-load, active scholarship agenda, and service to the university and local community.
The Department of Social Sciences incorporates Anthropology, Criminal Justice, Economics, Geography, Social Work, Sociology and Public Administration. UT Tyler is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving excellence and strength through diversity.
Application Review/Deadline
Applications will be accepted through September 30, 2024, with preference provided to applications received by September 15, 2024.
Essential Functions
To include, but not limited to:
• Development and implementation of undergraduate and graduate courses in criminal justice.
• Responsible for recruiting and retaining undergraduate and graduate students.
Required Qualifications
• PhD in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or related discipline from an accredited university (ABD is acceptable to apply but must have the degree awarded by August 15, 2025).
• Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate research methods in an in-person and online format.
• Evidence of teaching undergraduate students in an accredited community college and/or university setting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Skills and confidence with technology.
Preferred Qualifications
• Previous professional experience in the field of Criminal Justice or Public Administration.
• Ability to teach in the Masters in Public Administration program.
• Ability to teach juvenile justice related undergraduate courses.
• Ability to teach courses that may be cross-listed with Sociology and Social Work.
Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies
• Experience in instructional design and course development, including online teaching and active learning strategies.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective and constructive collaborative relationships with faculty and administration throughout the university.
• Record of professional activities related to criminal justice and education.
Other Information
Faculty members at UT Tyler are expected to be outstanding teachers and scholars and are able to demonstrate a commitment to service to the community and university. Additional expectations include academic advising, academic programming and assessment, service to the university, and continued professional development. Priority will be given to candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education and who enthusiastically support the university’s strategic plan.
About The University of Texas at Tyler
The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigious University of Texas System that includes 13 institutions located throughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls 10,000 students and consists of six colleges.
Our beautiful Tyler campus features more than 200 acres nestled along a lake and surrounded by thick pine and oak forests, providing a picturesque location for study and recreation. We also offer instructional sites at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler and in Palestine, Longview, and Houston.
With more than 80 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs offered, UT Tyler provides a wealth of learning opportunities and dynamic programs.
For more information, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/about/.
Additional Information
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
EEO/AA Statement
The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability
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