Lecturer of Forensic Investigation FTNTT

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JR101472 Lecturer of Forensic Investigation FTNTT (Open)

Criminal Justice , JM

Non-Regular Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

01-12-2026

02-09-2026 $ 75,000 Annually

The Department of Criminal Justice in the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences invites applications for a non-tenure track position at the rank of Lecturer in Forensic Investigation, to begin in Spring 2026.

Our department features a state-of-the-art facility that includes a modern forensic science laboratory and a fully equipped moot courtroom, providing students with hands‑on, experiential learning opportunities.

In addition to Criminal Justice undergraduate and graduate degree programs, we offer undergraduate and graduate-level forensic certificate programs, including an Undergraduate Certificate in Forensic Investigations and a Graduate Certificate in Investigative Sciences.

We seek a dynamic and student‑focused educator who is committed to excellence in teaching and mentorship, with the ability to effectively engage a diverse student population, including both traditional and non‑traditional learners, many of whom may come from historically underserved communities.

• Teach in both the graduate and undergraduate programs and advise students in person and online (visit our website (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). for a comprehensive overview of the department and its course offerings).
• Teach with technology (i.e., Blackboard Learning Management System – Blackboard Ultra) and possess familiarity with using Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Serve on departmental, college, and university‑wide committees as a representative.
• Serve as advisor for a designated student club.
• Engage in activities for professional societies.
• Provide supervision of students in field internship courses as necessary.
• Support internal and external partners by serving in a subject‑matter capacity in efforts to stay current in the field.

• A Ph.D. in Forensic Science or a closely related discipline is preferred. Candidates with a master’s degree in forensic science or a related field, along with relevant professional licensure, will also be considered.

• Demonstrated experience teaching forensic science courses at the undergraduate and/or graduate level in areas such as law enforcement, criminal investigation, or related fields, or experience training forensic scientists in classroom or laboratory settings.
• Candidates deoent a Ph.D. must have a minimum of seven years of professional experience in the forensic science field.
• Computer experience with Microsoft Office required.

• Demonstrated excellent written communication and public speaking skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to higher academic and professional standards.
• Demonstrated (@) ability to collaborate and support all constituents involved.
• Demonstrated excellent planning, communication, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities to conduct, manage and report assessment and evaluation outcomes.
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills (e.g., planning and scheduling of meetings/events, problem‑solving, data and materials development, management and organization).

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