• Assistant Teaching Professor or Instructor…

    University of Southern Mississippi (Hattiesburg, MS)


    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 November 20, 2025. Official transcripts will be required prior to a campus interview. Anticipated start date for this position is August 2026.

     

    Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

    All questions concerning this position should be directed to:

    Dr. Annabelle Frazier, 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 Assistant Teaching Professor or Instructor of Criminal Justice. 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 law and courts, security studies, corrections, 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.