Assistant Professor of Forensic Science

Job Title

Assistant Professor of Forensic Science

Albany State Rec. Location. West Campus: 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. East Campus: 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705.

Regular

Full-Time

293131

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits such as medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, an optional retirement plan for faculty and exempt employees, Social Security, and tuition assistance after six months.

An Assistant Professor of Forensic Sciences is sought to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in forensic science disciplines—including crime scene investigation, forensic biology, forensic chemistry, and toxicology—while actively conducting research in their area of expertise, publishing findings in peer‑reviewed journals, and mentoring student researchers. The position contributes to the development and maintenance of a robust forensic science program within the university.

Sponsorship is not available.

• Teaching: deliver undergraduate and graduate level courses, develop and implement new curriculum, design and oversee laboratory exercises, and assess student learning.
• Research: conduct independent research, secure external funding through grant proposals, publish findings in peer‑reviewed journals, and involve students in research projects.
• Service: participate in departmental, college, and university committees; advise students; collaborate with local law enforcement and forensic laboratories; and engage in outreach activities to promote public understanding of forensic science.

• Master’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, or Forensic Science (or a closely related field) with a strong foundation in relevant scientific disciplines.
• Demonstrated teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.
• Active research program with a record of peer‑reviewed publications.
• Expertise in specific forensic science techniques such as DNA analysis, trace evidence analysis, toxicology, or digital forensics.

• Ph.D. in Biology, Chemistry, Forensic Science, or a closely related field.

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Unofficial transcripts
• Teaching Philosophy
• At least three professional references

• Knowledge of teaching, mentoring, and assessing forensic science students.
• Skill at advising and mentoring students.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to design, develop, and deliver course content in in‑person, virtual, and hybrid modalities.

Office of Human Resources: (229) 500‑2026 or hrasu.

Albany State University is an equal employment, access, and educational opportunity institution. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting persons without regard to race, color, national origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status, in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.