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... assist the Medical Examiner in determining cause and manner of death. The Medical Examiner's Office will be relocating to the newly constructed Forensic Science and Protective Medicine Facility at ...

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... assist the Medical Examiner in determining cause and manner of death. The Medical Examiner's Office will be relocating to the newly constructed Forensic Science and Protective Medicine Facility at ...

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B9. Assist with employee forensics, HR/legal investigations, and eDiscovery requests through log and artifact analysis. B10. Assist with continuous improvement of detection logic, alerts, and ...

B9. Assist with employee forensics, HR/legal investigations, and eDiscovery requests through log and artifact analysis. B10. Assist with continuous improvement of detection logic, alerts, and ...

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What is the difference between Forensics Assistant vs Crime Scene Technician?

AspectForensics AssistantCrime Scene Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require a degree in criminal justice or forensic scienceHigh school diploma; specialized training or certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentLaboratory settings, offices, and sometimes crime scenesPrimarily on-site at crime scenes and laboratories
Employer & Industry UsageLaw enforcement agencies, forensic labs, government agenciesLaw enforcement agencies, crime labs, forensic units
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for entry-level forensic rolesFocuses more on evidence collection at crime scenes

While both Forensics Assistants and Crime Scene Technicians work within forensic and law enforcement environments, Forensics Assistants typically support laboratory analysis and administrative tasks, whereas Crime Scene Technicians focus on collecting evidence at crime scenes. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

What are the most commonly searched types of Forensics jobs in Wisconsin? The most popular types of Forensics jobs in Wisconsin are:
What job categories do people searching Forensics Assistant jobs in Wisconsin look for? The top searched job categories for Forensics Assistant jobs in Wisconsin are:
Infographic showing various Forensics Assistant job openings in Wisconsin as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Assistant Professor of Forensic Investigation - Notice of Filing

Wisconsin

Platteville, WI

$64K - $68K/yr

Other

Re-posted 15 days ago


Job description

NOTICE OF FILING - Please do not apply to this position as it has been filled. This posting is mandatory to meet a United States Department of Labor requirement. See the job posting for more details.

A competitive recruitment and selection process was conducted for this employment opportunity and a U.S. worker was not selected. An application for Alien Employment Certification is being filed on behalf of an alien to fill the employment opportunity. Anyone with documentary evidence relative to the application, or available workers, wages and/or working conditions, may contact the Regional Certifying Office of the Department of Labor at the following address:

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Institution:University of Wisconsin PlattevillePosition Title:Assistant Professor of Forensic Investigation - Notice of FilingJob Category:FacultyEmployment Type:RegularJob Profile:Assistant ProfessorJob Duties:

The Criminal Justice & Forensic Investigation department at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Forensic Investigation, with the possibility of teaching selected courses in the Chemistry department starting in August 2026.
The ideal candidate is a criminalist with a chemistry background and laboratory or fi eld experience, and will be affiliated with the Chemistry department. We seek a candidate who can contribute to curriculum development as we undergo FEPAC accreditation review. This is a full-time, 9-month, benefit-eligible appointment with a salary range of $64,000-$68,000 per academic year, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Key Job Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated competency teaching multiple existing courses (e.g., Criminalistics, Intro to Forensic Sciences, Senior Seminar) and the capacity to develop and teach courses within their area of expertise. Candidates with a chemistry degree will be expected to teach at least one Chemistry prefix course. The typical teaching load is 4 courses per semester (4/4). Additional responsibilities include actively participating in research/scholarship/professional activities, providing career and academic advising/mentorship to students, and participating in department, college, university, and public service.

Other duties may be assigned by the Department Chair.

One of the Following:

  • Ph.D. in Forensic Science or a related fi eld with significant graduate-level chemistry.

  • Ph.D. in Chemistry or a related fi eld with relevant experience in criminalistics/forensic applications.

  • An ABD (all but dissertation), if hired, will be contractually obligated to have earned their doctoral degree by January 1, 2027.

  • MS in Forensic Science and an MS in Chemistry and at least five years of work experience in forensics.


Required:

  • Minimum one year teaching experience at the university level.

  • Evidence of a strong commitment to undergraduate education in a liberal arts environment and a willingness to collaborate with both students and faculty.

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Application Deadline:
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by October 30, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.
The following documents are required for applicant consideration:

  • Cover letter addressing all required qualifi cations. The letter should explicitly state how the applicant's education, experience, and/or area(s) of expertise would contribute to and/or enhance the department's existing strengths.

  • A Curriculum Vitae.

  • Contact information (name, telephone number, and email address) for three professional references.

  • A statement of your teaching philosophy.