Tenure-Track Forensic Biology Professor

Northern Michigan University; Lakewood (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Michigan University invites applications for a Tenure Track Assistant Professor position in Biology with a focus on forensics. A PhD in forensic biology or a related field must be earned by August 15, 2027.

The role involves teaching courses such as Introduction to Forensic Science, Forensic Biology, Microscopy, and Entomology, and developing an active undergraduate/graduate research program. The position is campus-based and not eligible for sponsorship at this time.

Qualifications

• PhD in forensic biology or related field.
• Ability to incorporate active learning strategies and engage students in coursework.
• Ability to develop and supervise undergraduate and graduate research in forensic biology.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of forensic science courses: Introduction to Forensic Science, Forensic Biology, Forensic Microscopy, Forensic Entomology, and related areas.
• Develop a research program in forensic biology involving undergraduate and graduate students.
• Engage in decomposition ecology or postmortem interval estimation research as part of scholarship.
• Campus-based tenure-track position; not sponsorship available.

Skills

Teaching commitment

Active learning

Oral & written communication

Undergraduate research supervision

Education

Doctorate or terminal degree

Job description

Northern Michigan University invites applications for a Tenure Track Assistant Professor position in Biology with a focus on forensics. A PhD in forensic biology or a related field must be earned by August 15, 2027.

The role involves teaching courses such as Introduction to Forensic Science, Forensic Biology, Microscopy, and Entomology, and developing an active undergraduate/graduate research program. The position is campus-based and not eligible for sponsorship at this time.