What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lecturer of Criminology and Criminal Justice position at St. Mary's University?
The Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology at St. Mary's University in San Antonio, Texas, invites applications for a Lecturer position in Criminology and Criminal Justice to begin in the Fall 2026 semester. This is a full-time appointment with a nine-month service period, renewable depending on departmental needs and performance.
The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in criminology and criminal justice, with topics including, but not limited to: (1) Introduction to Criminal Justice; (2) Ethics in Criminal Justice; (3) Corrections; (4) Policing; (5) International Justice Systems; and/or (6) Juvenile Delinquency. The position carries a standard 4/4 teaching load, and service expectations will be minimal, yet consistent with departmental standards. More information about the program can be found here: https://www.stmarytx.edu/academics/department/criminal-justice-criminology/.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have earned either a Master's degree or a PhD in criminology, criminal justice, or a related field at the time of appointment. Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching and a commitment to student success is required. The ability to engage diverse student populations, and promote innovative, integrative pedagogical approaches is highly desirable.
Departmental Profile
The Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology is in the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, which cultivates the whole person in the Marianist tradition through academically rigorous programs that foster creativity, promote justice, and advance scholarship for the transformation of local and global communities. The Department comprises the Criminology and Criminal Justice programs, which together serve roughly 360 majors.
University Profile
St. Mary's University, as a Catholic Marianist University, fosters the formation of people in faith and educates leaders for the common good through community, integrated liberal arts and professional education, and academic excellence: www.stmarytx.edu/about. St. Mary's is the oldest Catholic university in the Southwest and continues to advocate the Marianist mission. The University enrolls approximately 3,500 students in a diverse academic community with four schools, more than 40 academic programs including Ph.D. and J.D. programs, and numerous pre-professional programs. The successful candidate is expected to support and contribute to the University's Marianist educational mission.
How to Apply
Review of applications will begin immediately with priority consideration being given to applications received by November 30, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date: August 1, 2026. Applications can be found at http://stmarytx.applicantpro.com/jobs/ with the option to upload all supporting documents electronically.
Applicants should provide the following to be considered for the position:
- Cover letter that addresses your qualifications and interest in the position.
- Curriculum vitae, including the contact information for three professional references.
- Evidence of teaching excellence (e.g., student evaluations, teaching philosophy).
Further materials may be requested. For inquiries, please contact St. Mary's Human Resources at https://www.stmarytx.edu/about/jobs/. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a clear background check.
St. Mary's University is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Equal Opportunity Employer.