Adjunct Instructor of Forensic Microscopy

University of North Texas; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Texas is seeking an Adjunct Instructor of Forensic Microscopy to teach in the Forensic Science Program for the Fall 2026 semester. Candidates must have a Master's degree with relevant expertise and experience in forensic science along with one year of college-level teaching. Responsibilities include planning classes, evaluating student outcomes, and holding office hours. This position is part-time and requires commitment to educational responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with expertise in forensics or related fields.
• Experience in forensic science and college-level teaching is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan classes and implement learning objectives.
• Evaluate student learning outcomes.
• Hold regular office hours.

Skills

Forensic Science Knowledge

Microanalysis Experience

Teaching Skills

Education

Master's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Title

Adjunct Instructor of Forensic Microscopy

Classification

Adjunct Faculty

Location

Denton, University of North Texas

Compensation & Assignment

Salary: Competitive, commensurate with qualifications. FTE: Varies based on assignment. Retirement Eligibility: Based on semesterly assignment. For more information visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/

Position Overview

The Department of Biological Sciences seeks a qualified individual to teach Forensic Microscopy for students in the Forensic Science Program. This posting is for the Fall 2026 semester. Course availability is dependent on program or department teaching need, sufficient student enrollment, and college approval.

Responsibilities

As professional part-time faculty, Adjunct Instructors plan classes, implement learning objectives, evaluate student learning outcomes, and adhere to college, department, and division responsibilities, including holding regular office hours.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree with professional expertise, certification, or licensure in forensics, microscopic trace materials, firearms evidence, or similar.
• Experience in forensic science and one year of college-level teaching required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years of experience with microanalysis of trace evidence (hair, paint, glass, fibers, soil, GSR) and bullet striations.

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Varies based on assignment.

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

Benefits

For information regarding our Benefits.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent– discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.