Program Director & Assistant/Associate Professor of Forensic Sci

Alvernia University • Reading, PA

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About The Position

Alvernia University's College of Innovation, Discovery, and Enterprise invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor to serve as Program Director of the Forensic Science Program. The position will begin no later than the start of the Fall 2026 semester. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated experience in both teaching and research. The successful candidate will be expected to lead the program through the accreditation process and support its ongoing development and academic excellence. Alvernia has a bold approach to becoming a 21st century, modern regional university. This includes the rapid expansion of enrollment through new academic majors in engineering, health care and more. We seek professionals who are thoughtful leaders, creative and nimble in the complex environment of private higher education. All Alvernia University employees promote Franciscan ideals and an adherence to the Mission of the University as demonstrated by the University Ideal Characteristics.

Requirements

• Effective undergraduate teaching experience
• Scholarly productivity in the field
• Hold a minimum of a master's degree (or equivalent) in a forensic science discipline offered by the program, along with a minimum of five years of full-time (or equivalent) experience as a practitioner; OR
• Hold a doctorate in a forensic science discipline offered by the program, along with at least three years of full-time (or equivalent) experience as an academic forensic scientist.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching forensic science courses at the undergraduate level

Responsibilities

• Lead the program through the accreditation process
• Support the program's ongoing development and academic excellence

Benefits

• Robust Health Coverage: Choose from three offered medical plans, plus dental and vision.
• Financial Security: Enjoy University-paid life/AD&D insurance and long-term disability, with options for short-term disability and supplemental coverage for you and your family (including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans). Flexible spending accounts are also available.
• Exceptional Retirement: Start saving immediately with our 403(b) Retirement Plan. You'll get 100% immediate vesting, a University gift contribution, and a generous match up to 5% of your deferrals.
• Time Off: Take advantage of 18 paid holidays each year.
• Invest in Your Future: Enjoy tuition remission benefits for yourself and your dependents.
• On-Campus Wellness: Benefit-eligible employees on our main campus receive free access to our Medical & Counseling Center.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees