Forensic Biology

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Madonna University
Position: Forensic Biology Job Status: Full-time
College/School: Arts and Sciences Department: Department of Forensic Science

Reports To: Chair

 

MADONNA UNIVERSITY is a Franciscan, Catholic co-educational liberal arts university located in Livonia, Michigan, a western suburb of the metropolitan Detroit area, which operates within a multi-year contract system with no tenure requirement. The growing student body of over 2,000 is an exciting and diverse mix of traditional and non-traditional commuter students representing all ages and ethnicities of Southeastern Michigan. The undergraduate Forensic Science Program serves approximately 120 students in the only FEPAC accredited undergraduate program in the state of Michigan and has an active research program through the Madonna University Forensic Science Research Facility. The Department of Forensic Science also offers a Master’s Program through The Graduate School (started in 2022). We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or disability.

 

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities at Madonna University.

Responsibilities: The primary focus is on teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level. Course assignments may include any courses related to the candidate’s specialty and general topic/survey courses. Candidates able to teach Forensic Biology, Forensic DNA Typing, Forensic Microscopy, Forensic Pattern Matching, General Biology, Genetics, Population Genetics, Molecular Biology, or Research Methods courses are preferred. Other instructional duties may include teaching introductory or advanced and graduate level courses in biology, and Forensic Science discipline-specific courses. The faculty member will be expected to contribute to independent studies and research projects as a direct mentor and serve on Departmental, College, and/or University committees as necessary. The individual will support the ongoing development of the Forensic Science Program by contributing to curriculum development, student advising, and instruction through a student-centered philosophy of science education. Experience with FEPAC accreditation is highly valued.

 

Education, Qualifications, and Experience: MS in an appropriate scientific discipline and a record of successful university teaching. PhD is preferred. Experience as a forensic scientist in a crime laboratory is considered an asset. Post-doctoral research or experience as an academic forensic scientist is also highly valued. Administration experience is a plus but not necessary.
The above statements reflect the general responsibilities of the position and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in this position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

 

Rank and Salary: Assistant Professor level and are commensurate with academic qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits and free parking.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should submit a letter of intent describing qualifications, experience, and interests, a statement of teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three references to: hrfaculty@madonna.edu