Lecturer/Teaching Assistant Professor

University of Nevada, Reno; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nevada, Reno invites applications for a Lecturer or Teaching Assistant Professor to begin July 1, 2027. This teaching-focused role features a 4-4 teaching load, with service and professional development responsibilities and no research obligations.

The position supports both on-ground and online undergraduate programs. The successful candidate will demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and service across the Criminal Justice curriculum, with ability to teach core

Qualifications

• MA in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a related field.
• J.D. will also be considered.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and service.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in on-ground and online formats.
• Maintain a 4-4 teaching load with service and professional development duties.
• No research obligations; contribute to program leadership and curriculum.

Skills

Teaching

Education

MA in Criminal Justice/Criminology

J.D. considered

Job description

The Department of Criminal Justice at the University of Nevada, Reno invites applications for a Lecturer or Teaching Assistant Professor to begin July 1, 2027. This is a teaching‑focused position with a 4-4 teaching load, with service and professional development responsibilities and no research obligations. We seek a candidate with broad teaching interests to contribute primarily to our on-ground and online undergraduate programs. The successful candidate must demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and service.

Required Qualifications

M.A. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a related field. Candidates possessing a J.D. will also be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

M.A. or Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a related field. Evidence of prior teaching experience and the ability to teach Criminal Law, Criminal Justice Policy, and other core courses across the Criminal Justice curriculum.