Forensic Science, Digital Forensics Non-Tenure Track Assistant Professor

Job Details

Location: Edmond, OK 73034

Position Type: Faculty

Job Category: OTRS Classified

The Forensic Science Institute (FSI) at the University of Central Oklahoma is dedicated to comprehensive training and research for students, professionals, and first responders in all aspects of evidence collection, preservation, analysis, reporting, and testimony. The Institute is a leading provider of forensic science education at the undergraduate and graduate level through an interdisciplinary program accredited by FEPAC. It employs experienced faculty who are leaders and researchers in their respective fields.

The FSI currently has one Digital Forensics position available due to retirement. The selected candidate will maintain and enhance the digital curriculum across undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral levels and support the Institute’s teaching, research, and service missions.

• Teach, advise, and mentor students; evaluate student performance; keep department and student records in accordance with university policies.
• Adhere to the educational philosophy of the university.
• Collaborate with colleagues and professional peers.
• Participate in faculty‑specific university meetings.
• Serve on department, college, and university committees as requested.
• Prepare departmental reports as requested.
• Engage in teaching, service, and scholarly activities consistent with the tenure and promotion policy.
• Assist the FSI Director in developing new digital forensics courses and curriculum updates.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses including Digital Evidence, Digital Forensics and Lab, Digital Forensics Tools and Analysis and Lab, Mobile Device Forensics and Lab, and Network Forensics and Lab.
• Provide instruction on legal requirements and expert witness testimony related to forensic evidence.
• Participate in research activities, mentor graduate projects, and pursue external funding.
• Develop and deliver in‑service, career, and continuing‑education training in forensic sciences.

• Earned master’s degree in Digital Forensics, Forensic Science, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering, or a related discipline (required).
• Previous forensic lab experience in digital forensics, network forensics, cyber security, or related training and certifications.
• Proficiency with digital forensic software tools such as Cellebrite, Forensic Toolkit, Magnet Axiom, and EnCase.
• Experience in forensic lab management, casework, evidence management, personnel, financial/resource, quality assurance, accreditation, facilities, health and safety, and legal/ethical oversight.
• Teaching and mentoring experience at the college or university level in digital forensics.
• Demonstrated academic research success and professional presentations in digital forensics.
• Membership in professional organizations or board certification in digital forensics (e.g., Certified Forensic Computer Examiner, GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner).
• Experience with expert or lay witness testimony in digital forensics.
• Proven success in interagency collaboration and professional networking.
• Earned doctoral degree (preferred).

Reasonable accommodations may be provided in accordance with ADA requirements to allow individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.