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Assistant Professor of Forensic Science

Muncie, IN • On-site

Bsu
Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing • 11 - 50 employees
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$65K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Position Title:

Assistant Professor of Forensic Science

Compensation:

$65,000 - $75,000

Department:

Criminal Justice & Criminology

Start Date:

08/16/2027

About this opportunity:

The College of Sciences and Humanities at Ball State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in forensic science. Preference will be given to individuals with practical experience in forensic science. The successful applicant will be housed in a department commiserate with the candidate's expertise. A Ph.D. in forensic science, biology, chemistry, or forensic psychology or a closely related eld is required at the time of appointment.
Employer will consider sponsorship.

What you'll do and what you will bring:

Duties and Responsibilities:

Teaching responsibilities comprise introductory and advanced courses in forensic science and/or courses in content areas that contribute to the forensic science program. Other teaching could include undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the home department. Applicants are expected to possess a strong commitment to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level and provide leadership in further forensic science program development. The selected candidate will also be expected to develop and maintain an independent and active research program, mentor student researchers, and provide service to the profession, university, and program.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • An earned Doctorate degree appropriate for a forensic science program, preferably in biology, chemistry, or a related eld by time of appointment.

  • Research experience in a forensic science discipline or in methods and techniques adapted, supported, and employed by the forensic science community.

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • The ability to establish effective collaborative relationships with a varied range of internal and external populations.

  • Record of successful teaching in a college/university environment.

  • Established scholarship record in forensic science, biology, chemistry, or forensic psychology.

How to apply:

For inquiries, please contact:

Dr. Benjamin Gibbs - Search Committee Chair brgibbs@bsu.edu,765-285-5102

Please follow upload instructions to attach all of the required supporting documents listed below: NOTE: Do not use the Autofill feature for resume:

  • Cover Letter

  • Curriculum Vitae

Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by October 1st, 2026. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)

What we offer:

At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer 12 paid sick days and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.

When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. This offer is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.

Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.

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Industry

Electrical equipment, appliance, and component manufacturing

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Austin, TX, US

Year founded

1989

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