Description

Position Summary:

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 field 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.

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 qualifications. 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.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

 One of the following:

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