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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailLecturer or Assistant Professor (ninemonth position nontenure track) Forensic Sciences Program
Date Posted: March 25 2025
Posting Deadline: Until position is filled
Department: Forensic Sciences Program
Type of Employment: Ninemonth nontenure track
Group Affiliation: SMUFU
Preferred Start Date: August 4 2025
At Saint Marys University you will be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility diversity and the provision of a positive and supportive learning environment. We recognize the importance of the contribution and growth of each individual in the Universitys success. We invite applications for a 9month Limited Term Appointment position 8month teaching contract with a 4week paid preparatory period) at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor to join our Forensic Sciences Program.
Job Information and Responsibilities
The Forensic Sciences Program at Saint Marys University invites applications for a ninemonth sessional appointment (nontenure track) at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor effective August 4th 2025. The position will require the applicant to teach the equivalent of five singlesemester lecture sections.
Experience and Education Requirements
The ideal candidate must hold an MSc or PhD in a field related to the Forensic Sciences and have a record of effective teaching in the area of Forensic Sciences/Human Anatomy. Three specific courses that the applicant will be expected to teach are:
Role of Science in Forensics (Fall term. Lecture and lab). Students gain the skills needed to develop a critical perspective regarding the science underlying the practice of different fields in forensics. These skills are applied to critique different fields and to learn from the problems forensics has faced regarding a historical lack of scientific rigour.
Forensic Sciences in Practice (Winter term. Lecture and lab). This is the capstone course for the certificate in Forensic Sciences Program. Students will integrate their learning from previous courses gain a deeper understanding of areas of interest and improve communication skills through studentcentred activities such as the completion of research projects and collaboration with experts.
Forensic Human Anatomy (Winter term. Lecture and lab). Students are provided with a systematic approach to the study of human anatomy and the relation of structure design to facilitate function. Students investigate applied aspects of forensic anatomy of the deceased (cause and manner of death) as well as stress analyses and material properties of trauma and biomechanical forces acting on tissue.
Application Details
Applicants should provide a single pdf file containing:
letter of application
curriculum vitae
teaching dossier that includes evidence of teaching effectiveness
names addresses and email contacts of three persons that are best able to describe your suitability for this position
Please send application packages to Dr. Tim Frasier Coordinator of the Forensic Sciences Program at: emailprotected
The Selection Committee will begin considering applications starting on April 14 2025. Applications are accepted until the position is filled. We appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.
At Saint Marys University equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect we welcome applications from women Indigenous peoples racialized persons/visible minorities persons with disabilities persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity and others who might contribute to the growth and enrichment of our community. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process please contact Human Resources at emailprotected
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