Assistant Professor of Forensic Science

About This Opportunity

The College of Sciences and Humanities at Ball State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in forensic science. Preference will be given to individuals with practical experience in forensic science. The successful applicant will be housed in a department commiserate with the candidate's expertise. Employer will consider sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Teach introductory and advanced courses in forensic science and/or courses in content areas that contribute to the forensic science program
• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the home department as needed
• Develop and maintain an independent and active research program
• Mentor student researchers
• Provide service to the profession, university, and program

Minimum Qualifications

• An earned Doctorate degree appropriate for a forensic science program, preferably in biology, chemistry, or a related field by time of appointment
• Research experience in a forensic science discipline or in methods and techniques adapted, supported, and employed by the forensic science community
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• The ability to establish effective collaborative relationships with a varied range of internal and external populations
• Record of successful teaching in a college/university environment
• Established scholarship record in forensic science, biology, chemistry, or forensic psychology

How To Apply

For inquiries, please contact: Dr. Benjamin Gibbs - Search Committee Chair, brgibbs@bsu.edu, 765-285-5102.

Please follow upload instructions to attach all of the required supporting documents listed below: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae. NOTE: Do not use the Autofill feature for resume.

Consideration Date: To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by October 1st, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

Benefits

• 12 paid sick days and 10 holidays per year
• Paid parental leave (6 weeks)
• Affordable health and dental insurance
• Robust long-term disability and life insurance plans
• Range of retirement benefits
• 90% coverage of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State from the first day of employment

Pay

$65,000 - $75,000