Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor or Visiting Instructor of Criminal Justice
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor or Visiting Instructor of Criminal Justice.
Position Details
Location
Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States
Division
School of Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, and Security
Position Type
Faculty
Employment Status
Full Time
Grant Funded
No
Pay Grade
Generic Grade
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must complete an online application at https://jobs.usm.edu. Along with the application, applicants should include: (1) a cover letter detailing potential for high-quality teaching and scholarly and service activities; (2) a curriculum vita; (3) a statement of teaching philosophy and goals; (4) a list of three professional references along with contact information for each; and (5) unofficial transcripts from undergraduate and graduate institutions. To receive priority consideration, applications must be received by July 11, 2025. Official transcripts will be required prior to a campus interview. Anticipated start date for this position is August 2025.
All questions concerning this position should be directed to:
Dr. Laura Gulledge, Search Committee Chair
School of Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, and Security
The University of Southern Mississippi
118 College Drive #5127, Hattiesburg, MS 39406 laura.gulledge@usm.edu
Job Summary
The School of Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, and Security at the University of Southern Mississippi invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure track Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor or Visiting Instructor of Criminal Justice for the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters. The teaching load is four classes per semester (Fall and Spring). The position is based on the Hattiesburg campus (Hattiesburg, MS). The ideal candidate for this position would be well qualified to teach a wide range of criminal justice courses, including the areas of corrections, law and the courts, security, and policing, in both face-to-face and hybrid/online formats.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications: Visiting Instructor of Criminal Justice
Earned master’s degree in Criminal Justice or Criminology (or a closely related field) from an accredited university or earned Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from a law school approved by the American Bar Association (ABA) and housed within an accredited university.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Minimum Qualifications: Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor of Criminal Justice
Earned doctorate (Ph.D.) in Criminal Justice or Criminology (or a closely related field) from an accredited university. ABDs will be considered, but it is expected that the Ph.D. will be earned by the date of appointment. A J.D. degree alone(without also having an earned Ph.D.) does not meet minimum qualifications for the Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor position.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications: Visiting Instructor of Criminal Justice
Ability to effectively teach a wide range of criminal justice courses.
Expertise and ability to teach in one or more of the following areas: law and courts; security studies; intelligence analysis; corrections.
Teaching, mentoring, and service experience at university level.
Experience with online course delivery and instruction using Canvas or similar learning management systems (LMS).
Professional experience in criminal justice, security, law, or related field.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegially with students, staff, and faculty from all backgrounds, programs, and colleges.
Preferred Qualifications: Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor of Criminal Justice
Ability to effectively teach a wide range of criminal justice courses.
Expertise and ability to teach in one or more of the following areas: law and courts; security studies; intelligence analysis; corrections.
Teaching, mentoring, and service experience at university level.
Experience with online course delivery and instruction using Canvas or similar learning management systems (LMS).
Professional experience in criminal justice, security, law, or related field.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegially with students, staff, and faculty from all backgrounds, programs, and colleges.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.
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