Criminalistics/Forensic Science Affiliate Instructor

Metropolitan State University of Denver•Denver, CO

6d•$1,264 - $1,482•Onsite

About The Position

This posting is for an applicant pool for affiliate faculty in Criminalistics/Forensic Science. These are temporary, part-time, non-tenure track academic positions that vary from semester to semester based on program needs. Metropolitan State University (MSU Denver), established in 1965, serves over 16,000 diverse students, providing an affordable, flexible, and holistic education. MSU Denver is a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado, serving the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state, including the most first-generation students. The Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry is seeking part-time affiliate faculty to teach courses such as Introduction to Criminalistics, Crime Scene Investigation I & II, Arson & Explosives, Field Testing, and Identification of Drugs.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Chemistry or closely related field.

Nice To Haves

Doctorate
Previous teaching experience

Responsibilities

Teach one or more of the following courses: Introduction to Criminalistics, Crime Scene Investigation I & II, Arson & Explosives, Field Testing, and Identification of Drugs.
Teach criminalistics and forensic science courses (lecture and laboratory) at basic and advanced undergraduate levels.
Work with and be sensitive to the educational needs of a diverse urban population.
Teach assigned classes in person or online by delivering course content to students.
Prepare course materials and lesson plans.
Grade student work and provide robust feedback in a timely manner.
Address student questions consistent with university, college/school, and department policies.
Provide online or in-person academic support to students as needed and appropriate for the teaching assignment.
Provide instruction in assigned classes consistent with the content and learning objectives of the regular course syllabus and, if required, with department course coordination policies.
Comply with university-wide student evaluation of instruction policies and peer observation policies.
Adapt and learn new modes of instruction.