Assistant Professor of Forensic Science

The School of Health Sciences seeks an Assistant Professor of Forensic Science for a 2025-2026 appointment. 

The School of Health Sciences at Lasell University in Newton, Massachusetts seeks a highly motivated, entrepreneurial, and collaborative individual to assume the responsibilities of Assistant Professor of Forensic Science for an undergraduate FEPAC accredited Forensic Science Program. This is a full-time, non-tenure-track, 9-month appointment to begin immediately reporting to the Program Chair of Forensic Science within the School of Health Sciences.  

The successful candidate will join our growing undergraduate and graduate academic programs in the dynamic School of Health Sciences, established in 2018. More senior rank will be considered based on experience and other credentials.

Employment for this position requires a successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Responsibilities: 

All faculty members must report to campus a minimum of 4 days a week and will teach 4 courses (12 credits) per semester. Teaching responsibilities include forensic science courses and additional teaching assignments where expertise aligns with program needs. The candidate must have the ability to teach non-forensic science-based science courses that align with the candidates’ field of expertise. The ideal candidate should be highly experienced and skilled in undergraduate curriculum development which aligns with FEPAC accreditation standards. Course development will include didactic and laboratory instruction and assessment in forensic science and areas of disciplinary expertise.  Successful candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching excellence, serving as a champion for forensic science program through positive interaction with prospective students and the public. 

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence and enthusiasm in teaching and student advocacy; commitment to productivity and professional development; and active participation in school and college service that includes but is not limited to faculty standing committee work and academic advising. 

Student mentoring, academic advising at the undergraduate level, and new course development to support the dynamic and growing area is required. Candidates should have strong communication and interpersonal skills and a commitment to collegiality and teamwork. Our growing undergraduate and graduate programs are looking to enhance and diversify offerings. The successful candidate will have the ability to work both within and beyond program specific needs to shape the on-going development of the curricula offered within the School of Health Sciences.  

Successful candidates will demonstrate an avid interest in utilizing a project-focused approach to teaching, supporting the University’s educational philosophy, Connected Learning. Faculty in all disciplines at Lasell may have the opportunity to teach in our Honors Program as well as the Core Curriculum.

At the heart of Lasell’s mission is a commitment to create an intellectually enriching and inclusive educational environment. We are dedicated to enhancing our employees’ intercultural competence and sensitivity in fulfilling their roles and interacting with students and employees who are broadly diverse with regard to various aspects of identity, such as race, ethnicity, ability status, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, nationality, and religion.  Candidates who share this commitment to increasing the diversity and inclusion are encouraged to apply.

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Qualifications:  

• PhD in forensic science, biology, chemistry, physics, or a related field.

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• Master’s degree in forensic science, biology, chemistry, physics, or a related field with appropriate experience.
• Prior college teaching experience preferred.
• Professional experience in forensic science analysis with a reputable crime laboratory.
• Experience with a program accredited by the AAFS Forensic Science Education Programs Accreditation Commission is preferred.
• Proven ability to attract and retain new students.
• Ability to teach upper-level forensic science courses required.
• Ability to teach general science courses required.
• Ability to serve as a capstone research advisor for undergraduate students.

Lasell University is committed to equal opportunity in every aspect of hiring and employment. Lasell proactively reviews its policies and practices to assure that decisions with respect to every dimension of employment are made without regard to age, color of skin, disability, gender expression and identity, genetic predisposition, marital status, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran's status, status as a victim of domestic violence, and all other protected groups and classes under Federal and State Laws and executive orders.