Faculty, Criminal Justice (Security Management), Full-Time, Tenure-Track

Time-Now Engenharia S/A; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Criminal Justice with a focus on Security Studies, starting Fall 2027. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses (ethics, criminal law, statistics, research methods, theory, policing, courts, corrections, global crime and justice) and graduate courses, mentoring students across programs.

Requirements include PhD in criminal justice or ABD with degree by Aug 2027, demonstrated teaching

Qualifications

• PhD required in criminal justice or closely related field, or ABD with doctorate conferred by August 2027.
• Experience teaching Security Studies areas including Homeland Security, Terrorism, Emergency Management.
• Ability to teach core undergraduate courses (ethics, law, stats, research methods, theory, policing, courts, corrections, global crime) and graduate courses.
• Evidence of successful teaching at college/university level.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses as part of 12 credit hours per semester (MSCA contract).
• Advise students and engage in scholarship to improve the department and university.
• Contribute to program development and mentoring within the department and university.

Skills

Teaching experience

Security Studies

Online/Hybrid teaching

Education

PhD in criminal justice or related field (or ABD with doctorate by Aug 2027)

Job description

Overview

The Criminal Justice Department seeks a dynamic and engaged educator for a full‑time, tenure‑track faculty position beginning in Fall 2027. This faculty member specializes in Security Studies and will possess the demonstrated ability to teach courses in homeland security, terrorism, and emergency management. The successful candidate will contribute to a vibrant academic community by teaching a range of foundational undergraduate courses such as criminal justice ethics, criminal law, statistics, research methods, theory, policing, courts, corrections, and global crime and justice, as well as courses within the graduate program. The ideal candidate will bring a commitment to student success, interdisciplinary collaboration, and innovative approaches to teaching, learning, and mentoring.

Duties and Responsibilities

Candidates are required to perform duties in accordance with the MSCA contract. Duties include teaching, advising, scholarship and contributions to continuously improve the department and university. The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester. The position is subject to available funding.

Required Qualifications

1. PhD in criminal justice or a closely related field, or ABD with doctorate conferred by August 2027.
2. Experience in and the demonstrated ability to teach in areas of Security Studies, including Homeland Security, Terrorism, and Emergency Management.
3. Experience in and the demonstrated ability to teach a variety of core courses within the undergraduate program such as criminal justice ethics, criminal law, statistics, theories, research methods, policing, courts, corrections and global crime and justice, as well as the graduate program in criminal justice.
4. Evidence of successful teaching experience at the college/university level.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience teaching face‑to‑face, hybrid, and online courses.
2. Experience in distance learning and instructional technologies.
3. Experience serving as a role model and mentor for students from a variety of backgrounds and experiences.
4. Evidence of scholarly research in Security Management and/or Criminal Justice issues.
5. As a Hispanic and Minority Serving Institution (HSI/MSI), Salem State University seeks to enrich the faculty/librarian ranks by actively encouraging candidates whose body of scholarly work addresses issues regarding the welfare and representation of historically underserved communities in our region. Candidates should present documented activities in appropriately aligned teaching, scholarship/research, and service, including community‑based endeavors.

Working Location

This is an onsite position in Salem, MA with on‑campus, in‑person responsibilities.

EEO Statement

The university considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

ADA Statement

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email [e-mail].