Assistant Professor - Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs

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Position Details

Position Information

Posting Number TSU203665 Official TSU Title Assistant Professor - Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs Grant Title n/a Job Description Summary / TWC Summary

Responsible for functions related to teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses; advising

students; serving on dissertation committee; engaging in scholarly activities in areas relevant to

the department; and assuming departmental and college committee responsibilities.

Essential Duties Summary

• Teach undergraduate and graduate-level research methods in Administration of Justice, both online and face-to-face.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate-level statistics in Administration of Justice, both online and face-to-face, including master's-level statistics and research methods courses.
• Advise students who major or minor in Administration of Justice and supervise theses and dissertations, particularly those employing quantitative or mixed-methods designs.
• Develop and maintain an active research agenda in contemporary topics in criminal justice or the administration of justice, with a strong emphasis on data-driven justice solutions, criminal justice measures, and policy implementation, including the pursuit of extramural funding.
• Participate in and develop partnerships with local, regional, national, and international scholars and practitioners, and criminal justice agencies, and serve on departmental, college, and university committees.
• Serve on departmental, college, and university committees and contribute to other

professional and service activities as assigned.

% FTE

1.0

Hiring Range $59,972.32-$77,963.00 Education

Required:

An earned Ph.D. degree from an accredited college/university in Criminology; Criminal Justice;

Administration of Justice; or closely related field. (An earned J.D. degree is insufficient

for this appointment, even with teaching and administration experience in criminal justice.)

Required Licensing/Certification

None Required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The following are required of all candidates who have not been awarded a Ph.D:

Ability to:

• Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and graduate-level research methods in Administration of Justice in both online and face-to-face formats.
• Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and graduate-level statistics in Administration of Justice in both online and face-to-face formats.
• Ability to teach Emergency Management courses.
• Ability to maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure, which may include

communications systems, computer networks and systems, cybersecurity systems, electrical

grid, hazardous waste treatment or water treatment system.

Work Experience

Experience:

• Successful applicants must demonstrate the ability to secure external grant funding and to supervise graduate students in support of grant-funded research initiatives.
• A documented record of strong academic and workplace or laboratory judgment, decision making, and problem-solving skills is highly desirable
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness-such as student evaluations, peer reviews, or supervisory assessments-is also highly desirable.

While not required, applicants with expertise in forensic science-such as crime scene

investigation, forensic analysis, forensic technology, or applied forensic research-are

strongly encouraged to apply, particularly when their work addresses contemporary

issues in criminal justice or the administration of justice.

Working/Environmental Conditions

Office environment.

Desired start date Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Detail Information

UA EEO Statement

It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures

Close Date Open Until Filled (overrides close field) Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Open to all applicants.

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • An earned Ph.D. degree from an accredited college/university in Criminology; Criminal Justice; Administration of Justice; or closely related field? (An earned J.D. degree is insufficient for this appointment, even with teaching and administration experience in criminal justice). Please list the degree earned.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Are you a applicant with expertise in forensic science-such as crime scene investigation, forensic analysis, forensic technology, or applied forensic research? (particularly when their work addresses contemporary issues in criminal justice or the administration of justice)
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Official Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• Reference Letter 1
• Reference Letter 2
• Reference Letter 3