Instructor of Forensics, Studies and Justice

Job ID: 15663
Location: USF St. Petersburg
College/Division: College of Arts & Sciences
Department: Department of Society, Culture and Language
Salary Plan: Full Time, NON Tenure-track, 9 month-academic year position
Hiring Salary/Salary Range: $52,000-55,000

Duties:
We are seeking to hire a non-tenure-track, Instructor of Forensics to begin work Fall 2018. This position covers all the core courses in the new Forensics Studies and Justice and to offer additional courses needed for completing that program.

The major in Forensic Studies and Justice provides pre-law and law enforcement-minded students with a critical analytical education to help improve the use of forensic science in the criminal justice system. The major teaches about forensic applications in criminal justice, cognitive biases, structured analytical techniques, and case study analysis within a systems thinking paradigm to provide a solid background to reduce errors in and improve the criminal justice process.

Minimum Qualifications:
Completed and earned doctoral degree in Forensic Studies, Criminal Justice, Criminology or other fields aligned with Forensic Science from an accredited institution by August 1, 2018 with achievement in teaching.  Must meet University criteria for appointment to the rank of Instructor.

Preferred Qualifications:
Undergraduate teaching experience in Criminal Investigation, Crime Scene Sciences, and/or Ethics in Criminal Justice System. Prior work experience in forensic or criminal investigations.

Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a criminal background check.

How To Apply
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When applying to an opening you will have the opportunity the following required application materials:

The required application materials are: CV, three letters of recommendation, evidence of teaching effectiveness (teaching evaluations, if available) and sample of research.

Letters of Recommendation may be submitted by email directly to woronerj@mail.usf.edu or by mail to: 

Attention: Instructor in Forensic Studies Committee
c/o Jennifer Woroner, HR Administrator
University of South Florida St. Petersburg
College of Arts & Sciences
140 Seventh Avenue South, DAV 108
St. Petersburg, FL 33701.

Questions regarding this position may be directed to Professor Joan Reid via email: jareid2@usf.edu.

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin February 9, 2018 and continue until the position is filled.

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Equal Employment Opportunity
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Work Location
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About USF
The University of South Florida St. Petersburg (USFSP) is a separately accredited institution and a member of the University of South Florida System. USFSP serves approximately six thousand students and is located on the beautiful waterfront of St. Petersburg. USFSP offers undergraduate and graduate programs in the Colleges of Business, Education, and Arts & Sciences.

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