Assistant Professor - College for Health, Community and Policy, Criminology & Criminal Justice

Position Information

Assistant Professor

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

The Department of Criminology & Criminal Justice at the University of Texas at San Antonio invites applications for one tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor rank beginning Fall 2027. Those 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 teaching 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.

Application Process

To apply, applicants must upload the following in a single PDF document:  

• A current curriculum vitae (CV).
• A research and teaching statement.   
• One example of written scholarly work.
• Contact information for three professional references.

All materials must be submitted through: https://www.utsa.edu/people-excellence/careers/faculty-positions.html. Click on the "External Applicants" link to find the position announcement.  

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
Marie.Tillyer@utsa.edu

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
Linda.Moreno@utsa.edu
210-458-2535

Posting Close Date: The position will remain open until filled, with a priority deadline of September 30, 2026.  All materials must be submitted through: https://www.utsa.edu/people-excellence/careers/faculty-positions.html. Click on the “External Applicants” link to find the position announcement. 

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. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.