Assistant Professor of Forensic Science

Job Title : Assistant Professor of Forensic Science

Location : Albany State Rec. Location

Regular / Temporary : Regular

Full / Part Time : Full-Time

Job ID : 280143

About Us

Albany State University is a fully accredited senior unit of the University System of Georgia. Employees receive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia, including, but not limited to, medical and major medical insurance, group life insurance, participation in the Georgia Teachers' Retirement System, Optional Retirement Plan (Faculty and exempt employees only), Social Security and Tuition Assistance Program after six months of employment.

Location

Our West Campus is located at 2400 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31707. Our East Campus is located at 504 College Drive, Albany, GA 31705. The Human Resources office for both campuses is located on the West Campus in Building K, Suite 111.

Job Summary

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

Ssponsorship is not available for Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

Teaching :

• Deliver undergraduate and graduate level courses in forensic science disciplines like crime scene investigation, forensic biology, forensic chemistry, and advanced topics related to their area of expertise.
• Develop and implement new course curriculum to keep pace with advancements in forensic science.
• Design and oversee laboratory exercises for hands-on learning in forensic techniques.
• Provide effective instruction and assessment of student learning.

Research :

Service :

Required Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

Ph.D. in Biology, Chemistry or Forensic Science or a closely related field with a strong foundation in relevant scientific disciplines

Proposed Salary

Salary range is from $51,600 to $59,000

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge

Knowledge and experience of teaching, mentoring and assessing Forensic Science students

Skills

Skill at advising and mentoring students.

Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to design / develop and deliver course content in in-person, virtual, and hybrid modalities.

Contact Information

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Office of Human Recourses at (229) 500-2026, or by email at hrasu@asurams.edu. For technical support, please call OneUSG Connect Support at (877) 251.2644, or by email at sscsupport@ssc.usg.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .

Institutional Values

Excellence

We achieve outcomes of the highest quality, hold ourselves accountable to the highest standard and are committed to continuous improvement in University programs and services.

Respect

We are directed by tenets of ethics, treating other with courteous regard, and being civil in our interactions.

Community

We strive to build community and value a good mindset.

Teamwork

We seek partnerships within the University and community. We practice a supportive spirit that results in the implementation of plans, actions and shared results.

Learning

We cultivate a practice of global pedagogies in a learning environment.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Albany State University.

Certain positions may also require the selected candidate to submit to or have :

Equal Employment Opportunity

Albany State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity and affirmative action institution. It is the policy our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, AREA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). Albany State University is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy please contact the Albany State University Office of Human Resources at (229) 500-2026. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Disability Resource Center at 229-500-3442.

Salary : $51,600 - $59,000