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 laura.gulledge@usm.edu
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.
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