Tenure-Track Criminal Justice Educator

Eastern New Mexico University; Portales (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern New Mexico University’s Criminal Justice program invites applications for a full-time, residential faculty position starting January 2027. Rank will reflect qualifications and experience. Review begins immediately and will continue until filled.

The role emphasizes undergraduate teaching, curriculum development, and student mentoring within a supportive campus culture; tenure-track expectations vary by rank and include scholarly activity.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Criminal Justice or related discipline preferred for tenure-track position teaching undergraduate courses at all levels; ABD with completion by Spring 2027 will be considered.
• JD, MA, or MS with substantial teaching experience may be considered for a renewable three-year Instructor position.
• Higher-education teaching experience and/or related career experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach 4 undergraduate course sections (12-hour load) each semester in face-to-face, lecture capture, and/or web platforms.
• Support the department and institution through mentoring student research, scholarship, and service.
• Develop new curriculum and assessment to support program learning outcomes.
• Provide advising for undergraduate students (residential and distance)
• Contract is for nine months with potential summer contracts based on need.
• Attend regularly and perform duties as assigned per Faculty Handbook.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum development

Advising

Scholarly research

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in Criminal Justice or related discipline

ABD with Spring 2027 completion considered for Instructor

Job description

Eastern New Mexico University’s Criminal Justice program invites applications for a full-time, residential faculty position starting January 2027. Rank will reflect qualifications and experience. Review begins immediately and will continue until filled.

The role emphasizes undergraduate teaching, curriculum development, and student mentoring within a supportive campus culture; tenure-track expectations vary by rank and include scholarly activity.