Assistant Teaching Professor or Instructor of Forensic Science

The University of Southern Mississippi • Hattiesburg, MS

10h • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Southern Mississippi is seeking a full-time, non-tenure-track Assistant Teaching Professor or Instructor of Forensic Science to begin in Fall 2026. The position involves a teaching load of four classes per semester (Fall and Spring). The School of Criminal Justice, Forensic Science and Security (CJFSS) is an interdisciplinary school offering undergraduate degrees in Crime Scene Investigation, Forensic Biology, Forensic Chemistry, and Criminal Justice, along with a minor in Security Studies, and a graduate program in Criminal Justice. The undergraduate programs educate students on various forensic techniques used in both field and laboratory settings, with opportunities for coursework and experience in areas such as drug identification, serology and DNA, fingerprint analysis, crime scene documentation, firearms identification, and arson and explosives investigation.

Requirements

• Instructor of Forensic Science: Master’s degree in Forensic Science or closely related discipline from an accredited university.
• Instructor of Forensic Science: Specialized knowledge in the field of forensic science as demonstrated through graduate level coursework and/or professional experience.
• Instructor of Forensic Science: Ability to teach effectively (both online and in traditional settings) at the university level in an undergraduate forensic science degree program.
• Instructor of Forensic Science: Ability to articulate concepts and instructions effectively to students.
• Instructor of Forensic Science: Ability to effectively engage in scholarly and service activities.
• Instructor of Forensic Science: Ability to effectively advise and mentor students.
• Instructor of Forensic Science: Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Assistant Teaching Professor of Forensic Science: Ph.D., or equivalent, in Forensic Science or a closely related discipline from an accredited university.
• Assistant Teaching Professor of Forensic Science: Specialized knowledge in the field of forensic science as demonstrated through graduate level coursework and/or professional experience.
• Assistant Teaching Professor of Forensic Science: Ability to teach effectively (both online and in traditional settings) at the university level in an undergraduate forensic science degree program.
• Assistant Teaching Professor of Forensic Science: Ability to articulate concepts and instructions effectively to students.
• Assistant Teaching Professor of Forensic Science: Ability to effectively engage in scholarly and service activities.
• Assistant Teaching Professor of Forensic Science: Ability to effectively advise and mentor students.
• Assistant Teaching Professor of Forensic Science: Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Instructor of Forensic Science: At least five years of professional experience in forensic science, criminal justice, public safety, or related field.
• Instructor of Forensic Science: Expertise and ability to teach in two or more of the following areas: forensic quality management, survey of forensic science, introduction to forensic science, crime scene documentation, fingerprint analysis, forensic photography, digital forensics, firearms identification, arson and fire investigations, accident reconstruction, crime scene reconstruction, shooting reconstruction, bloodstain pattern analysis, forensic pathology, forensic biology, forensic entomology, or courtroom testimony.
• Instructor of Forensic Science: Teaching, mentoring and service experience at university level.
• Instructor of Forensic Science: Experience with online course delivery and instruction (Canvas Learning Management System).
• Instructor of Forensic Science: Ability to help students obtain internships in forensic laboratories or law enforcement agencies.
• Assistant Teaching Professor of Forensic Science: At least five years of professional experience in forensic science, criminal justice, public safety, or related field.
• Assistant Teaching Professor of Forensic Science: Expertise and ability to teach in two or more of the following areas: forensic quality management, survey of forensic science, introduction to forensic science, crime scene documentation, fingerprint analysis, forensic photography, digital forensics, firearms identification, arson and fire investigations, accident reconstruction, crime scene reconstruction, shooting reconstruction, bloodstain pattern analysis, forensic pathology, forensic biology, forensic entomology, or courtroom testimony.
• Assistant Teaching Professor of Forensic Science: Teaching, mentoring and service experience at university level.
• Assistant Teaching Professor of Forensic Science: Experience with online course delivery and instruction (Canvas Learning Management System).
• Assistant Teaching Professor of Forensic Science: Ability to help students obtain internships in forensic laboratories or law enforcement agencies.

Responsibilities

• Teaching, advising and mentoring students at the university level.
• Online and face-to-face course delivery and instruction.
• Preparing and submitting syllabi, grades, and other required course documentation in a timely manner.
• Engaging in scholarly and service activities commensurate with university, college, and school expectations.
• Attending school, college and university meetings and recruitment events.
• Organizing and managing laboratory activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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