Director of Forensic Science Program

Organization Name:

Arcadia University

Post date:

01/17/2012

Arcadia University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track, Director and Assistant Professor of Forensic Science position beginning in the summer or fall of 2012. Ranked among the top tier of comprehensive universities in the northern region of the United States, Arcadia University (www.arcadia.edu) is a coeducational institution located in suburban Philadelphia that offers undergraduate and graduate study to more than 3,500 students annually. The Masters of Science in Forensic Science (MSFS) program is a multi-track, FEPAC accredited degree program that prepares students for careers in the forensic and laboratory sciences, and is one of the largest accredited programs in the country, with currently over 40 students. The program partners with the Center for Forensic Science Research and Education at the Frederic Rieders Family Renaissance Foundation (www.frfoundation.org) and with NMS Labs (www.nmslabs.com), one of the nation's leading providers of forensic services, to give students a firsthand exposure to forensic science challenges and casework.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate will teach required graduate courses in forensic science, as well as an upper-level course in either biology or chemistry. Applicants are expected to engage undergraduate pre-forensic science and graduate students in research projects, so post-doctoral research experience is desired. Candidates must have an earned doctorate in biology or chemistry, experience as a forensic scientist, leadership skills, and teaching experience at the university level.

Other Information/How to Apply:

For full consideration, submit a letter of intent, a statement of teaching philosophy, a statement of research goals, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation to: FSSearch@arcadia.edu. Consideration of candidates will begin on February 1, 2012 and continue until the position is filled.

Arcadia University seeks candidates of diverse cultural backgrounds and abilities. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, Arcadia University encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. All offers of employment are conditional based upon successful completion of a background check.

Contact Phone:

2676204863

Contact Email:

kellyk@arcadia.edu

Application Deadline:

Sat, 03/17/2012

AAFS MISSION

The American Academy of Forensic Sciences is a multi-disciplinary professional organization that provides leadership to advance science and its application to the legal system. The objectives of the Academy are to promote professionalism, integrity, competency, education, foster research, improve practice, and encourage collaboration in the forensic sciences.

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