Lecturer/Teaching Assistant Professor, Criminal Justice – University of Nevada, Reno

Lecturer/Teaching Assistant Professor, Criminal Justice – University of Nevada, Reno

• Institution: University of Nevada, Reno

• Academic Unit / Department: Department of Criminal Justice, College of Liberal Arts

• Job Reference / Requisition ID: R0153143

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, 9-month B-contract

• Academic Rank / Level: Lecturer / Teaching Assistant Professor

• Salary / Remuneration: USD $63,000–$64,500 per year, commensurate with education and experience

• Location: Reno, Nevada, USA

• Application Deadline: Open until filled; first review begins October 1, 2026

• Expected Start Date: July 1, 2027

📋 Overview of Role

The Department of Criminal Justice at the University of Nevada, Reno invites applications for a Lecturer or Teaching Assistant Professor in Criminal Justice. This is a teaching-focused appointment with a 4-4 teaching load, service and professional development responsibilities, and no research obligations.

The successful candidate will primarily contribute to the department's on-campus and online undergraduate programs and demonstrate strong potential for excellence in teaching and service.

🎯 Key Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

• Teach undergraduate Criminal Justice courses with a 4-4 teaching load.

• Contribute to both on-ground and online undergraduate programs.

• Teach Criminal Law, Criminal Justice Policy, and other core courses across the Criminal Justice curriculum.

• Participate in departmental and college service activities.

• No research obligations are associated with this teaching-focused position.

🎓 Qualifications & Candidate Profile

• Required Education:

  • Lecturer: M.A. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a related field. Candidates with a J.D. will also be considered.

  • Teaching Assistant Professor: Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a related field.

• Experience & Specializations:

  • Prior teaching experience is preferred.

  • Ability to teach Criminal Law, Criminal Justice Policy, and other core Criminal Justice courses is preferred.

  • Broad teaching interests across the Criminal Justice curriculum are desirable.

• Certifications / Licensure: Not specified.

💼 Remuneration & Benefits

• Salary: USD $63,000–$64,500 for the 9-month appointment.

• Health insurance options, including dental and vision coverage.

• Generous sick leave, life insurance, and long-term disability benefits.

• Reduced-rate tuition benefits for eligible faculty and dependents.

• Faculty access to the E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center.

• Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program for spouses/partners.

• Employee assistance and counseling resources.

• Nevada has no state individual income tax.

• Mandatory retirement plan participation applies to Nevada System of Higher Education employees in lieu of Social Security.

📄 Application Checklist & Required Documents

1. Complete Curriculum Vitae (CV)

2. Cover Letter outlining qualifications, teaching experience, and contribution to the College of Liberal Arts mission.

3. Statement of Teaching Philosophy and Experience

4. Finalists will be asked to provide:

   • Recent teaching evaluations

   • Contact information for three professional references

📬 Application Process

• 🔗 Application Link: Apply

• 📧 Search Chair: Lauren Anderson

• 📧 Search Coordinator: Brenda Barte

• 📧 Recruitment / Application Assistance: jobs@unr.edu

🌐 Official Website / Domain: unr.edu