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Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice Apply now Job no: 559394 Work type: Instructional Faculty ... Scene Investigation, while supporting science students with coursework in forensic science.

... a tenure-track Assistant Professor position with an anticipated start date of August 2027 ... The area of expertise is open, though expertise in investigative forensics or artificial ...

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Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice Apply now Job no: 559394 Work type: Instructional Faculty ... Scene Investigation, while supporting science students with coursework in forensic science.

... forensic science, political science, and cybersecurity. The department benefits from robust ... a dedicated crime investigation house that supports interprofessional, hands-on simulations.

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Assistant Teaching Professor or Instructor of Forensic Science

Hattiesburg, MS • On-site

University of Southern Mississippi
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 1 - 5K employees

Full-time

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7.0

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Job description

Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must complete an online application along with a letter of interest, statement of teaching philosophy and goals, current vita, and contact information for at least three professional references.  To receive priority consideration, applications must be received by October 25, 2026. Official transcripts will be required prior to a campus interview.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship.  The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).
Direct inquiries to:
Dr. Xuyang He, 
Search Committee Chair
School of Criminal Justice, Forensic Science and Security
118 College Drive # 5127
Hattiesburg, MS. 39406
Xuyang.He@usm.edu

Job Summary 
The School of Criminal Justice, Forensic Science and Security (CJFSS) is an interdisciplinary school with more than 500 students pursuing undergraduate degrees in Crime Scene Investigation, Forensic Biology, Forensic Chemistry, and Criminal Justice.  The school offers undergraduate minors in Forensic Science, Criminal Justice, and Security Studies, as well as a fully online graduate program in Criminal Justice.
Housed in the newly renovated Paul H. "Bud" Holmes Criminal Justice Building, CJFSS features more than 30,000 square feet of state-of-the-art teaching and research laboratories, modern classrooms, fully functional mock courtroom.
The CrimeScene Investigation, Forensic Biology, and Forensic Chemistry degree programs prepare students to apply a wide range of forensic techniques in all forensic settings.  Students gain knowledge and hands-on experience in drug identification, serology and DNA analysis, fingerprint analysis, crime scene documentation, firearms identification, arson and explosives investigation, forensic photography, courtroom testimony techniques footwear analysis and other specialized areas of forensic science.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities  

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

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