About the role
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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Position Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title
Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice & Criminology (up to 2 positions)
Requisition
202600109F
Rank
Assistant Professor
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Category
Position Type
Full-Time Tenure Track
College
College of Criminal Justice
Department
Dept of Criminal Justice and Criminology
Open Date
08/17/2026
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/48267
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name
Andia Azimi
Title
Search Committee Chair
Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, Texas 77341-2296
Contact Phone
Contact Email
axa205@shsu.edu
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
Successful applicants are expected to 1) have an active research agenda that includes a strong publication record; 2) demonstrate the potential to secure external research funding; 3) teach core courses in the Department’s academic degree programs; and 4) demonstrate a commitment to mentoring students.
Educational Requirements for the Position
Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a closely related academic field.
Experience Required for the Position
Areas of specialization are open, but preference will be given to candidates with research expertise in policing or juvenile justice and delinquency.
Other Requirements for the Position
The faculty positions will be on-site with in-person teaching expectations and research expectations that are consistent with a high-ranking doctoral degree granting department within an R2 university.
Special Instructions Summary
To ensure full consideration, applications must be submitted online at: https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/ and should include a letter of interest, a current vita, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research & goals, and the names and contact information for three references. addressed to: : Dr. Andia Azimi (axa205@shsu.edu), Chair Search Committee, Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology, Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, Texas 77341-2296.
Review of materials will begin September 16, 2026, and will continue until the search is completed.
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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