Assistant Professor-in-Residence, Criminal Justice [R0152897]

About this role

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) appreciates your interest in employment. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:   • Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.   • Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments.   • Please note that applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.

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Job Description The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Assistant Professor-in-Residence, Criminal Justice [R0152897]

ROLE of the POSITION This position is designed to teach four courses a semester with an emphasis on policing. police administration, and police wellness.  The individual is expected to teach both undergraduate and graduate education courses.  Individual will also play a role in a proposed new executive/professional master’s degree in policing and work with the Unit’s Executive Masters in Crisis and Emergency Management. Reassigned time to help facilitate and coordinate the new graduate degree.

Must be able to teach in person as well as online courses.  Must have a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology or another related field. 

Position is expected to start as soon as possible.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • This position requires a  Ph.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or other related fields from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)

• 1-3 years of teaching experience and first-hand experience working with public safety agencies.

• Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Experience teaching in emergency management programs.

• Knowledge of wellness programs for emergency management and/or police officers.

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

SALARY Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV • Competitive total rewards package including: • Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays

• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision

• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs

• No state income tax

• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools

• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS & PROGRAMS • Employee recognition and appreciation programs

• UNLV athletics ticket discounts

• Statewide employee purchase program discounts

• RebelCard discounts on and off campus

• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost

• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles

• Connect with colleagues with shared interests

• Personal and professional development opportunities

• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard

• Support and resources available for veteran applicants — contact  vetjobseekers@unlv.edu or visit our Veterans Webpage .

HOW TO APPLY Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Materials should be addressed to Bill Sousa , Search Committee Chair .

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates’ materials will begin on 08/21/2026.

Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. UNLV values the skills of those who have served. Learn more at Veterans Webpage or contact vetjobseekers@unlv.edu for support.

For assistance with the application process, please review instructions on How to Apply . For further assistance contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu .

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, R0152897 in the search box.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 34,000 students and more than 4,451 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 186,000 degrees, producing more than 151,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students a

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