Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice; Tenure Track

Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice (Tenure Track)

Job Title:

Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice (Tenure Track)

Location:

Savannah State Recruiting Loc

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Full/Part Time:
Full-Time

Job

Savannah State University established in 1890 is the first public historically black college or university in Georgia and the first institution of higher learning in the city of Savannah. The university offers majors in five colleges:
Business Administration, Education, Engineering and Computing, Media, Arts, and Communication, Science and Humanities.

The Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences at Savannah State University seeks applicants for a 10‑month, tenure‑track position as Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, beginning Fall 2026. The position supports both in‑person and online course offerings, including Introduction to Criminal Justice, Research Methods, Statistics, Crime Analysis, and Criminal Justice Management. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in online delivery, experiential learning, student engagement, and contribute to program growth and innovation.

All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not offer sponsorship for employment visas.

• Teach 24 credit hours per academic year (in‑person and online)
• Support student success through effective teaching, mentoring, advising, and experiential learning strategies
• Contribute to student recruitment and retention efforts
• Engage in disciplinary scholarly activities to contribute to knowledge and advance the field
• Participate in service to the profession, institution, and the community
• Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment planning, and reporting
• Engage in professional development and remain up to date with disciplinary standards
• Manage and utilize online platforms effectively, with a preference for experience using Desire2
  
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• Fulfill additional responsibilities as outlined in the University Faculty Handbook
• Contribute to a positive work environment in the department and the University
• Engage with industry partners, professionals in the field, alumni, and the broader community to support workforce development initiatives

• Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or related field from an accredited institution OR
• A doctorate in a related field (e.g., Sociology, Political Science, Forensic Science, Law/J.D.) with a master’s degree in criminal justice, criminology, or a closely related field including at least 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline
• ABD candidates are welcome to apply and must provide evidence of degree completion within the first year of hire

The proposed salary range is $60,000.00 – $62,776.00 annually.

• Cover letter outlining qualifications
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Academic transcripts (Unofficial acceptable; official transcript(s) required upon hire)
• Sample of scholarship (published work, working paper, writing sample, or presentation, etc.)
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness (sample syllabus, course evaluations, and statement of teaching philosophy)
• List of three professional references with contact information (names, titles/positions, telephone numbers, email address)
• Use the "Additional Documents" link to attach materials that could not be uploaded elsewhere

• Knowledge of criminal justice theories, principles, and practices
• Knowledge of criminology, law enforcement, corrections, and judicial systems
• Knowledge of research methods and statistical analysis in criminal justice
• Knowledge of current trends, issues, and ethical considerations in the field
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws impacting criminal justice
• Knowledge of instructional strategies and learning principles
• Skills in designing and delivering engaging lectures and course materials
• Skills in interpersonal relations and classroom management
• Skills in using learning management systems (e.g., Desire2
  
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