Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice
- Louisiana State University at Alexandria
- LSU - Alexandria
- 3mo ago
- Full-Time
- On-site
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Job Posting Title:
Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice
Position Type:
Faculty
Department:
LSUA ASA - Criminal Justice (Beth Whittington (00008465))
Work Location:
LSU - Alexandria
Pay Grade:
Academic
Job Description:
Job Description:
The Department of Criminal Justice and Civic Sciences at LSU of Alexandria is seeking an assistant professor to join our Criminal Justice team to teach undergraduate courses in Criminal Justice and other discipline related courses.
This is a 9-month full-time on-campus position with opportunities for summer teaching.
Candidates with a terminal degree in a related field and relevant professional experience will be considered for a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor rank.
A candidate may be hired at the non-tenure track instructor level if academic credentials and experience are more commensurate with that rank (i.e., master's degree in Criminal Justice or a related field
Qualifications:
- Masters’ degree in Criminal Justice or a related field required; doctorate is strongly preferred
- University-level teaching experience preferred
- Industry-related experience preferred
Responsibilities:
Typical duties include but are not limited to:
- Plan and teaches courses as assigned, in both online and face-to-face formats. The instructor full-time teaching load is 15 credits per fall and spring semester. The assistant professor full-time teaching load is 12 credit hours per fall and spring semester.
- Prepare syllabi and instructional materials, coordinate lectures, prepare and administers exams
- Maintain highest possible standards of classroom instruction
- Keep regular office hours and maintain clear communication with students and faculty, both in person and through email
- Actively serve on university committees
- Actively maintain community partnerships in the criminal justice and related fields
- Actively seek out opportunities for students to showcase their work in the field of criminal justice
- Actively participate in institutional meetings
- Demonstrate willingness to learn and enhance professional skills through regular professional development and other activities appropriate to higher education faculty
- Stay updated on new information and developments in criminal justice
- Assist with curriculum assessment
- Advise and mentors assigned students
- Participate in university and community service projects
- Work with LSU Online in preparing and revising program courses taught online
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Additional Job Description:
Competencies:
NoneSpecial Instructions:
Application Instructions:For initial screening, please submit a Resume/CV, a cover letter, letters of recommendation and unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, a writing sample, and background check are required before a candidate can be hired.
Posting Date:
February 10, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSUA offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 318-473-6401 or emailed hrm@lsua.edu