Tenure-Track Criminal Justice Professor (Research & Teaching)

The University of Texas at El Paso; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at El Paso invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor in Criminal Justice and Security Studies starting Fall 2027. The position emphasizes scholarly research, publication, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, and service. Candidates must have a Ph.D.

in Criminal Justice or Criminology (ABD allowed if by Fall 2027), an active research agenda and publications; J.D./Psy.D./Ed.D. not eligible.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology or closely related field from an accredited university.
• ABD applicants will be considered if doctorate will be in hand by Fall 2027.
• Active research agenda and published scholarly journal articles are required.
• Applicants with only a J.D., Psy.D., or Ed.D. will not be considered.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scholarly research and publish in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Seek extramural funding to support research activities.
• Teach face-to-face and online courses at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Provide service to the department, university, and profession.

Skills

policing

courts

quantitative methods

Education

Ph.D. in Criminal Justice or Criminology (or closely related field)

Job description

The University of Texas at El Paso invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor in Criminal Justice and Security Studies starting Fall 2027. The position emphasizes scholarly research, publication, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, and service. Candidates must have a Ph.D.

in Criminal Justice or Criminology (ABD allowed if by Fall 2027), an active research agenda and publications; J.D./Psy.D./Ed.D. not eligible.