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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 byJuly 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 [email protected]

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

+ Teach, advise, and mentor college students at the university level.

+ Face-to-face and online course delivery and instruction.

+ Prepare and submit syllabi, grades and other required course documentation and assessment materials in a timely manner.

+ Engage in scholarly and service activities commensurate with university, college, and school expectations.

+ Hold regular office hours.

+ Attendance at school, college and university meetings and recruitment events.

+ Perform other duties as assigned.

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

+ Ability to teach effectively (both online and in traditional settings) at the university level in an undergraduate criminal justice degree program.

+ Ability to effectively engage in scholarly and service activities in the discipline.

+ Ability to effectively advise and mentor college students at the university level.

+ Strong written and oral communications skills.

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

+ Ability to teach effectively (both online and in traditional settings) at the university level in undergraduate and graduate criminal justice degree programs.

+ Ability to effectively engage in scholarly and service activities in the discipline.

+ Ability to effectively advise and mentor college students at the university level.

+ Strong written and oral communications skills.

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.