ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Position Available In Natchitoches, Louisiana

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR


Salary $55,000.00 Annually Location Natchitoches, LA Job Type Unclassified Job Number 999663 Department Northwestern State University Opening Date 04/10/2025 DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
Supplemental Information Criminal Justice/Sociology. Northwestern State University of Louisiana seeks an applicant for a tenure track assistant/associate professor to teach courses in criminology, criminal justice, race, sociology, and related courses. Starting date is August 2025.

To apply:

Send letter of application. official transcripts, Vita and two letters of recommendation to Dr. Mark 0. Melder, Director, School of Social Sciences and Applied Programs.
Northwestern State University, Natchitoches, LA 71497. melderm@nsula.edu Position is open until filled.

NOTICE OF

 NON-DISCRIMINATION (FULL DISCLOSURE) It has been, and will continue to be, the policy of Northwestern State University to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on job related standards and must comply with the principles of equal employment opportunity. In keeping with this policy, the University will continue to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels the most qualified persons without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status. All personnel actions, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, training, and education are administered without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status. The University is committed to equal opportunity for student success by providing access to educational programs, tuition assistance, and social and recreational activities for all students without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status. Additionally, the University provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. Student complaints or inquiries related to Title IX should be directed to Julie Powell (318-357-5570), Room 306 of the Friedman Student Union or email obannonj@nsula.edu. Employee Title IX issues should be directed to the Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318-357-6359), Room 111 Caspari Hall or email ramirezv@nsula.edu. In accordance with Section 35.106 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all participants, applicants, organizations, and interested individuals are advised and notified that the ADA Coordinator for Northwestern State University for facilities is the Director of University Affairs, Jennifer Kelly (318-357-4300), located in New Fine Arts, 104 Central Avenue, Ste. 102 or email andersonje@nsula.edu. For student academic services, contact the Director of Access and Disability Support, Crissey Smith (318-357-5460) located in Room 108-C Watson Memorial Library or email camidget@nsula.edu. For faculty/staff accommodations and services, contact Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318-357-6359), Room 111 Caspari Hall or email melderm@nsula.edu. Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. or A.B.D. in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Sociology, or closely related field required, and demonstrated excellence in teaching and research preferred. Experience in teaching Internet courses and familiarity with Moodie software is required. Job Concepts Be committed to excellence in teaching, service, and professional growth, and scholarship. Teach on-line and face-to-face courses.
Submit course outlines and objectives.
Maintain class schedules.
Provide course instruction in accordance with designated outline.
Utilize a variety of proven teaching methods appropriate to targeted domain of learning.
Evaluate students and report progress.
Participate in periodic review of course materials.
Maintain appropriate expertise and competencies through continuing professional development and pursuit of scholarly activities.
Demonstrate knowledge of school goals and objectives. Employer
State of Louisiana
Address
For agency contact information, please refer to
the supplemental information above.
Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802