Summary of Position
Teaches coursework directly related to forensic science and crime scene investigation at the undergraduate and graduate levels, assists other faculty in organizing and operating a forensic
science teaching laboratory, and conducts original research leading to publication in professional journals. Participates in public, community, and university service, promotes the development of the Forensic Science program at YSU, and acts as a liaison with the professional forensic science community. Communicates effectively, with appropriate responsiveness, to student needs and willingly commits to professional development. Participates in department and college recruiting activities. Assists in securing Forensic Science Education Programs Accreditation (FEPAC) from the AAFS.
Position Information
Plans, organizes, teaches, and provides feedback to promote and direct student success. Responds to students in a timely manner. Communicates with students, departments, and university officials via university provided tools and resources.
An Institution of Opportunity: YSU inspires individuals, enhances futures, and enriches lives.
As a student-centered university, Youngstown State University’s mission is to provide innovative lifelong learning opportunities that will inspire individuals, enhance futures, and enrich lives. YSU inspires individuals by cultivating a curiosity for life-long learning; enhances the futures of our students by empowering them to discover, disseminate and apply their knowledge; and enriches the region by fostering collaboration and the advancement of civic, scientific, and technological development. YSU’s culture of enrichment flourishes in our intellectually diverse, accessible, and quality education.
Work Schedule: Typically, Monday through Friday, including some evenings, and the possibility of some weekend days.
Qualifications and Competencies
Required Certifications, Training, and/or Licensures: None
Minimum Qualifications: At least a master’s degree in forensic science, a natural science, criminology, or criminal justice.
Preferred Qualifications: Doctoral degree in forensic science, a natural science, criminology, or criminal justice. Practical experience in crime scene investigations. Experience directing student research projects. Experience in online learning and/or instruction. Experience teaching at the university level. Membership in forensic science professional societies.
Supplemental Information
Please upload all transcripts as one PDF file.
At time of hire, all candidates must provide official transcripts. Official transcripts must be provided in an unopened, sealed envelope and must bear the embossed or raised college seal, date and Registrar’s signature.
