Forensic Science & Criminal Investigations Instructor

Arizona State University; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

Arizona State University, The School of Criminology and Criminal Justice (SCCJ) in Watts College, invites applications for Faculty Associate positions for the 2026-2027 academic year. Appointments are fixed-term, one semester renewable contracts to teach 1–2 courses (3 credits each) per semester, not exceeding 0.40 FTE, in-person or online.

Positions are non-benefits and not tenure-track. Applicants may teach on ASU campuses in Downtown Phoenix, Tempe, or Glendale, or online.

Qualifications

• PhD in natural science, computer science, criminology, criminal justice, or closely related field OR
• MS in forensic science or related field with at least five years of teaching/practitioner experience

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and master's level courses (3 credits each)
• Use a lead syllabus/course shell across sections
• Mentor students and support community engagement while on contract

Skills

Teaching ability

Lead syllabus development

Effective communication

Education

Doctoral degree

Master’s +5 years experience

Job description

Arizona State University, The School of Criminology and Criminal Justice (SCCJ) in Watts College, invites applications for Faculty Associate positions for the 2026-2027 academic year. Appointments are fixed-term, one semester renewable contracts to teach 1–2 courses (3 credits each) per semester, not exceeding 0.40 FTE, in-person or online.

Positions are non-benefits and not tenure-track. Applicants may teach on ASU campuses in Downtown Phoenix, Tempe, or Glendale, or online.