Assistant/Associate Professor of Victim Studies
Sam Houston State University

Job Info

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Position Title:

Assistant/Associate Professor of Victim Studies

Requisition:

202400098F

Rank:

Assistant Professor

FLSA status:

Exempt

Hiring Salary:

Salary is competitive and commensurate with education and experience.

Position Type:

Full-Time Tenure Track

College:

College of Criminal Justice

Department:

Dept of Victim Studies

Open Date:

06/25/2024

Quicklink:

https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/39659

Contact Name:

Dr. Phil Mulvey and Dr. Shelly Clevenger

Title:

Search Committee Chairs
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, Texas 77341-2296

Contact Email:

sxc167@shsu.edu and pwm010@shsu.edu

Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job:

The candidate will be expected to teach substantive courses at both the graduate and undergraduate level, maintain a research agenda, mentor students, and participate in active service to the department.

Educational Requirements for the Position:

Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Public Health, or a closely related academic field.

Experience Required for the Position:

The area of specialization is open. We encourage individuals to apply who are interested in unique aspects of victimization (e.g., vulnerable, and underserved populations, immigration victimization, victimization of the elderly and people with disabilities, & the connection between victimization and offending) as well as those who have experience working in the field of victim services.

Other Requirements for the Position:

The successful candidate will contribute to the Department of Victim Studies undergraduate and graduate educational missions and demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching, research as well as service.

Special Instructions Summary:

To ensure full consideration, applications should include a letter of interest, a current vita, and the names and contact information for a minimum of three references addressed to: Dr. Phil Mulvey and Dr. Shelly Clevenger Victim Studies Department, Search Committee Chairs, Sam Houston State University, Huntsville, Texas 77341-2296

References may also be submitted electronically to sxc167@shsu.edu and pwm010@shsu.edu. Applicants should indicate they are applying for the Assistant Professor Victim Studies position.

Review of materials will begin September 20, 2024, and will continue until the search is completed. Visit our website at https://www.shsu.edu/academics/criminal-justice/ to learn more about the College of Criminal Justice.

Open Until Filled:

Yes

EEO Statement:

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. 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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