Faculty - Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor – Forensic Science Investigations

Faculty - Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor – Forensic Science Investigations

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Position Announcement
Do you have a background in forensic investigations? Have you ever thought how your influence could mold and develop potential forensic investigators? Are you looking for a way to shape the future of your industry and make a difference in the lives of others? If you want to find the answers to these questions, Utah Valley University just might be the pathway for you.

UVU’s Forensic Science Program is searching for a full-time faculty member who is ready to share their knowledge and experience with our dedicated forensic student body. Voted one of the top Forensic Science degree programs in the nation, our mission is to provide an engaged, multidisciplinary, exceptional forensic science education, which includes scientific research, ethical practices, and real-world experiences while upholding truth and justice within the criminal justice system.

In 2022, UVU’s program became the first of only two national programs to receive FEPAC accreditation in Crime Scene Investigations, while also receiving accreditation for the Criminalistics track. Our program is dedicated to the engaged learning of our students, providing them the opportunity to not only learn and understand theory, but also understand how to translate that knowledge into a practical “hands-on” application.

UVU has the largest student enrollment among public universities in the state, with approximately 40,000 students. It is one of a growing number of institutions in the nation offering an integrated dual-mission model that combines the rigor and richness of a first-rate teaching university with the openness and vocational programs of a community college.

Besides having an extremely successful forensic science program, why else would you want to move to Utah? Utah is known as one of the most beautiful places to visit in the nation. Utah offers some of the most incredible and diverse terrains on the planet. From snow covered mountains to red rock ridges, Utah is home to some of the best year-round outdoor activities you could ever find.

With this type of location, UVU is definitely a place to call home.

Working under the direction from the Department Chairperson, the individual shall perform the following duties:
Instruct students enrolled in the Forensic Science Investigation Program via in-class, on-line and hybrid methods of delivery. Courses to be taught may include a variety of forensic investigation topics such as: CSI Techniques, Crime Scene Analysis and Reconstruction, Fingerprint Processing and Examinations, Footwear/Tire Mark Evidence and Examinations, Bloodstain Pattern Analysis, Forensic Photography, 3D Laser Scanning, Digital Evidence, and any other related discipline.

Develop and write grant requests related to Forensic Science; accept assignments and serve on department, school, and university committees; attend faculty and other meetings as assigned; perform other appropriate university and professional service; support the department’s goals and work collaboratively with colleagues in the program, department, school, and university. Maintain currency in academic field(s) of expertise. Engage in professional development activities and assist in curriculum and program development.

Foster and engage in collegiate relations with the community. Involve undergraduate students in research. Represent the department and the school at professional meetings and conferences. Provide an open, student-centered, inclusive classroom environment.

Summary Of Responsibilities

• Instructs, manages, and supervises individuals and groups in classrooms, online, and laboratories, through demonstration, discussion, visual aids, individualized instruction, lectures,…