Adj. Instructor, Forensic Science

Georgia Department of Revenue•Griffin, GA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Southern Crescent Technical College is seeking a part-time Adjunct Instructor for the Forensic Science Technology program at the Griffin Campus. This role involves teaching and non-teaching activities to support student success in a program preparing students for careers in Forensic Science and Criminal Justice. The instructor will be responsible for delivering course content on various forensic science topics, evaluating student progress, assessing learning outcomes, providing academic support, and collaborating with faculty and leadership. Travel to multiple campuses may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in forensic science, criminal justice or related field
Minimum of three (3) years of in-field work experience in the last seven (7) years

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in forensic science, criminal justice, public safety, public administration in justice administration, or Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) instructor certification
Minimum of five (5) years of in-field work experience in the last seven (7) years
Minimum of one (1) year teaching experience in a postsecondary setting
Experience with dual enrollment students and programs

Responsibilities

Teach courses within the Forensic Science Technology program, including day, evening, and online classes as assigned, on topics such as introduction to forensic science, crime scene investigation, forensic trace evidence, document and report preparation, bloodstain pattern analysis, death investigation, forensic photography, victimology, computer forensics, forensic firearms and toolmark identification, late print examination, case preparation and courtroom testimony, and forensic firearm injuries, distance determination, and firearm safety.
Travel to multiple campuses and centers may be required.
Evaluate student progress in achieving course and program objectives.
Assess student learning outcomes and support continuous program improvement efforts.
Provide academic support, advising, and guidance to students.
Collaborate with faculty, academic leadership, and transfer institutions to support program alignment and student success.
Participate in program review, advisory committee meetings, and institutional initiatives.
Participate in professional development and maintain current knowledge of best practices in education.
Participate in departmental, college, and state faculty meetings.
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.