Adjunct Instructor in Forensic Science

C001 New Jersey Institute of Technology; United States; On-site; USD 3,032,000 - 4,319,000; Part time

Job summary

New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor in the Forensic Science program within the Department of Chemistry and Environmental Science. The role involves teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Forensic Science and delivering engaging lectures.

The candidate should hold an M.S. degree in Forensic Science or related experience and be prepared to use Canvas for course management, meet with students, and manage grading and communications as

Qualifications

• M.S. degree in Forensic Science or related experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver lectures for undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Forensic Science.
• Learn to use Canvas, NJIT’s online course management system.
• Provide time during the week to meet with students outside of class.
• Review grades with the Undergraduate Program Director and submit grades to the registrar.
• Review, and respond to University communications in a timely manner.
• Engage in other activities ancillary to or in support of responsibilities.

Education

MS degree in Forensic Science

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Title: Adjunct Instructor in Forensic Science Department: Department of Chemistry and Environmental Science

Reports To: Chair

Position Summary: Instructor for undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Forensic Science.

Essential Functions

• Develop and deliver lectures, organize in-class activities relevant to course material, prepare and grade assignments and exams to assess student achievement.
• Learn to use Canvas, NJIT’s online course management system.
• Provide time during the week to meet with students outside of class.
• Review grades with the Undergraduate Program Director and submit grades to the registrar at the end of the semester.
• Review, and where necessary, respond in a timely manner to all University-related communications.
• Engage in other activities ancillary to or in support of responsibilities.

Pre-Requisite Qualifications: M.S. degree in Forensic Science or relative experience.

Compensation: $2668 per contact hour

Range: Period Activity Grade NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, or other items.

FLSA: Exempt Time Type: Part time Pay Rate: Stipend

Additional Information: As an EEO employer NJIT is committed to building a diverse and inclusive teaching, research, and working environment and strongly encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women.

Employment at NJIT is subject to the provisions of New Jersey First Act which mandates new employees, who are not NJ residents, to establish primary residence in New Jersey within one year of their appointment to certain positions. The law does not apply to any individual employed at NJIT on a temporary or per semester basis as a visiting or adjunct professor, teacher, lecturer, researcher or administrator.

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