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Assistant/Associate Professor of Forensic Science, Tenure Track

Alvernia University  ·  Reading, PA
Assistant ProfessorAssociate ProfessorTenure-TrackForensic Science

Position summary

Alvernia University’s College of Innovation, Discovery, and Enterprise invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor of Forensic Science to begin in the Fall 2027 semester. The successful candidate will contribute expertise in one or more areas of forensic science, such as forensic toxicology, forensic chemistry, forensic biology, criminalistics, or another

area of forensic science through undergraduate teaching, curriculum development, scholarly activity, and student mentoring. The successful candidate will play a significant role in the continued development of the University’s Forensic Science program and its pursuit of FEPAC accreditation, with the potential to assume a leadership role, including serving as Program Director. Required Qualifications: Candidates

must meet one of the following qualifications: Hold a minimum of a master’s degree (or equivalent) in forensic science or in a discipline appropriate to a forensic science area offered by the program, along with a minimum of five years of full-time (or equivalent) relevant professional experience in forensic science; OR Hold a doctorate in forensic science or a discipline appropriate to a forensic science area

offered by the program. Preferred Qualifications: Teaching experience at the undergraduate level; Experience working in a forensic science laboratory or other professional forensic science setting; Experience developing forensic science curricula or programs; Evidence of scholarly activity or potential for scholarly activity in the candidate’s area of expertise; Leadership and/or program accreditation

experience. How to Apply: Candidates should submit: Cover letter Current curriculum vitae Statement of teaching philosophy Research/scholarly activity statement Three letters of recommendation Official transcripts Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Alvernia University is an equal opportunity employer. Employees are expected to promote Franciscan ideals and advance

the University’s mission through a commitment to service, respect for all, intellectual curiosity, innovation, and mutual accountability. All members of the community share responsibility for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. At this time, Alvernia University is unable to sponsor employment-based work visas for applicants . Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without

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