Assistant Professor in Forensic Science

Loyola University

8d • $81,000 - $82,500

About The Position

The Department of Forensic Science at Loyola University Maryland invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position, beginning in August 2027. The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and graduate education at a liberal arts university by developing and teaching courses in the department’s undergraduate forensic science programs and its graduate programs in Biological Forensics and Forensic Pattern Analysis.

The position includes developing a research program with potential for extramural funding and opportunities for undergraduate and graduate student involvement. Candidates whose research incorporates DNA analysis are particularly encouraged, as this could support the Greyhound Center for Cold Case Investigations and the development of a Molecular Animal Diagnostics Laboratory. The candidate is expected to contribute to laboratory instrumentation training and research, collaborate with faculty in Forensic Science and Natural and Applied Sciences, and help integrate emerging forensic technologies into the curricula.

Teaching may include trace evidence, criminalistics, biological forensics, forensic microbiology or microbiomes, DNA-based courses with laboratory and instrumentation analysis, undergraduate foundation courses, and courses for non-majors. The department values candidates who support high-impact practices consistent with Jesuit higher education, provide valuable experiences for students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to equity and inclusion through research, teaching, or service. Faculty development opportunities, including startup funds to establish a research program, are available.

Applications should include a cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy, statement of teaching interests, and description of the research program. Reference information will be requested after applying. For full consideration, applications should be received by December 31, 2026. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2027, while the position description states that the appointment begins in August 2027. Salary range is $81,000–$82,500. Successful candidates must complete a pre-employment background check and be eligible to work in the United States; the university does not sponsor employment visas unless explicitly stated otherwise.

Requirements

• At least a Master of Science in Forensic Science, Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related discipline.
• Commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education.
• Ability to develop and teach courses relevant to the department’s undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Ability to develop a research program with potential for extramural funding and student involvement.
• Eligibility to work in the United States and completion of employment eligibility verification by the first day of employment.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Nice To Haves

• PhD in Forensic Science, Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related discipline.
• Prior college teaching experience.
• Experience conducting research in trace evidence, preferably incorporating DNA methodologies and instrumentation.
• Research incorporating DNA analysis.
• Ability to expand laboratory instrumentation training and research capabilities.
• Awareness of and interest in high-impact practices aligned with Jesuit higher education.
• Motivation and ability to collaborate with faculty and provide high-value student experiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in forensic science, including new and existing courses.
• Develop a research program with potential for extramural funding that involves undergraduate and graduate students.
• Contribute to the Greyhound Center for Cold Case Investigations and the development of a Molecular Animal Diagnostics Laboratory, particularly through DNA-related research.
• Contribute to laboratory instrumentation training and research.
• Collaborate with faculty in the Department of Forensic Science and in Natural and Applied Sciences.
• Help embed emerging forensic technologies, including FTIR, digital PCR, image analysis, and laser scanning documentation, throughout undergraduate and graduate curricula.
• Provide high-value educational experiences for undergraduate and graduate students.
• Contribute to the university’s goals of equity and inclusion through research, teaching, and/or service.

Benefits

• Faculty development opportunities, including startup funds for establishing a research program.
• Loyola University Maryland provides a benefits program; specific benefits are not detailed in the posting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior