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UT Tyler lists this Assistant Professor - College for Health, Community and Policy, Criminology & Criminal Justice opportunity in san antonio, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Assistant Professor - College for Health, Community and Policy, Criminology & Criminal Justice
The Department of Criminology & Criminal Justice in the College for Health, Community and Policy at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) invites applications for one tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor rank beginning Fall 2027.
The University of Texas at San Antonio
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online , on UT San Antonio Today or on X , Instagram , Facebook , YouTube or LinkedIn .
College for Health, Community and Policy (HCAP)
UT San Antonio’s College for Health, Community and Policy (HCAP) trains students to develop solutions for complex social issues to improve the well-being of our communities. By engaging directly with the City of San Antonio, students and faculty live the college’s mission to advance human health every day. The college is comprised of eight interconnected academic disciplines—criminology and criminal justice, kinesiology, nutrition and dietetics, psychology, public administration, public health, social work, and sociology and demography—as well as the Center for Community Based and Applied Health Research, the Institute for Demographic and Socioeconomic Research, and the Institute for Health Disparities Research. HCAP includes nearly 200 faculty and more than 6,500 students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees. Visit the College for Health, Community and Policy website to learn more.
Department of Criminology & Criminal Justice
The Department of Criminology & Criminal Justice is housed within the College for Health, Community and Policy and offers Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and Master of Science (M.S.) degrees in Criminology and Criminal Justice, serving nearly 1,000 students. Our faculty are recognized regionally, nationally, and internationally for excellence in research and teaching. The department also contributes to the College’s Ph.D. Program in Community and Policy , which offers advanced training to address social problems from a social ecological perspective in areas such as physical and mental health, crime and safety, poverty and socioeconomic well-being, and public policy. For more information about the Department and faculty, please visit our website .
Salary Range:
Commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.
Job Type: Full Time
Position Summary and Qualifications
T he Depar t m ent of Criminology & Cr i m in al J u s t i c e at t h e U n i v er si ty of T e x as at San An to n i o invites applications for one te n ur e- t r a c k p o s i t i on at t he As s istant Professor rank b e g i nn i n g F all 2027. T hose who conduct applied research in criminology and/or criminal justice with high potential for interdisciplinary collaboration and external funding are especially encouraged to apply. Teaching and research expectations are commensurate with Research I institutions.
The successful candidate will have:
a Ph.D. in Criminology, Criminal Justice, or a closely related field by the time of appointment. Applicants who have not yet completed their doctoral dissertations (ABD) will be considered
demonstrated excellence in scholarly research and experience with, or the promise of grant acquisition.
a passion for effective t e a c h i n g and the ability to work with and be sensitive to the varying educational needs of our students.
a commitment to service.
This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.
All questions regarding this position should be directed to:
Marie Tillyer, Ph.D., Search Committee Chair
Department of Criminology & Criminal Justice
University of Texas at San Antonio
For questions concerning the submission of materials, please contact:
Linda Moreno, Administrative Services Officer
Department of Criminology & Criminal Justice
University of Texas at San Antonio
This position will work primarily on campus . Travel and parking expenses are the employee’s responsibility.
This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affine positive Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.
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Worksite address
san antonio, TX, 78208, US
Who can apply
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