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Forensic Chemistry Lecturer

Employer
University Nebraska Lincoln
Location
Nebraska, United States
Salary
Salary Not specified
Date posted
Nov 19, 2021

The Forensic Science program at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln invites applications for a faculty lecturer position. The Forensic Chemistry track has grown in interest with our students and attracts some of the most academically gifted students in the program, and we are seeking a full-time, dedicated faculty member with the appropriate background and knowledge to fully leverage the potential of the track. This 9-month (academic year), non-tenure track appointment will be apportioned as 100% teaching. This position will be located in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Required Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or closely related field.
  • Training or professional work experience in the field of forensic science.
  • Expertise in the areas of forensic toxicology and chemistry including, but not limited to, biochemistry, toxicology, and other chemistries of toxic, hazardous, trace, and controlled materials, their chemical and physical transformation and the chemistry of the resulting products as well as conducting examinations while maintaining chain of custody and formulating interpretation results.  
  • Evidence of commitment to excellence in teaching.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous professional experience in either a forensic laboratory setting, forensic science investigations unit, or as an independent forensic consultant.
  • Practical experience in chemistry analytical methodologies such as gas chromatography, ultraviolet-, infrared-, and mass spectrophotometers, polarimeters, and microscopes. 


Recognizing that diversity within a context of inclusivity enhances creativity, innovation, impact, and a sense of belonging, the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) and CASNR are committed to creating learning, research, Extension programming, and work environments that are inclusive of all forms of human diversity. We actively encourage applications from and nominations of qualified individuals from underrepresented groups including racial and ethnic minorities, women, sexual minorities, persons living with disabilities, and veterans.

Review of applications will begin December 13, 2021 and continue until the position is filled or the search is closed. To view details of the position and create an application, go to http://employment.unl.edu, requisition F_210181. Click “Apply to this job” and complete the information form. Attach 1) a letter of interest that describes your qualifications for the job, anticipated contributions, and the value you place on diversity and your anticipated contributions to creating inclusive environments in which every person and every interaction matters (2 page maximum); 2) your curriculum vitae; and 3) contact information for three professional references.

As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination

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