Adjunct Faculty - Criminal Justice & Forensics Investigation (Fall 2025 - Spring 2026)
Adjunct Faculty - Criminal Justice & Forensics Investigation (Fall 2025 - Spring 2026)
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Jacksonville State University
Adjunct Faculty Position
Criminal Justice & Forensics Investigation
The Department of Criminal Justice & Forensics Investigation within Jacksonville State Universitys College of Social and Behavioral Sciences is seeking an adjunct faculty member to instruct in-person hybrid and/or 100% online courses.
Department Information
The Department of Criminal Justice & Forensic Investigation offers two undergraduate degrees: 1. Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and 2. A Bachelor of Science in Forensic Investigation. A bachelors degree in criminal justice merges liberal arts and professional studies into a well-balanced curriculum. The core courses provide a basic understanding of the nature of crime and societys reaction to crime as well as an in-depth explanation of the various components within the U.S. criminal justice system. Students will acquire knowledge and skills for future employment that will also serve as a basis for advanced studies. Whereas a bachelors degree in forensic investigation prepares our students for careers in local state and federal agencies in either an investigative or laboratory capacity. We expose our students to the latest techniques which are used by law enforcement agencies or forensic service providers. They will learn the important facets of crime scene investigation or laboratory analysis depending on which track they select in the program. They will also acquire knowledge and skills for future employment that will also serve as a basis for advanced studies.
About Jax State
Located in the Appalachian foothills of northeast Alabama midway between Birmingham and Atlanta Jax State is home to more than 9900 students representing 63 countries. As a learning-centered university it strives to challenge students academically in a responsive environment meeting their educational career and personal goals. As an academic institution it seeks to produce broadly educated graduates prepared for global engagement. As a public comprehensive university it promotes excellence in scholarly and service activities consistent with its academic and professional strengths. For a complete list of Goals Core Values and Strategies to fulfill this Mission go to the JSU Strategic Plan home page.
Academically Jax State offers 113 academic programs and concentrations including bachelors masters post-baccalaureate doctoral and advanced certificate programs in a variety of disciplines that prepare graduates for meaningful careers and ongoing education. More than 40 online programs are offered. The University features six colleges on its 459-acre campus Arts Humanities and Sciences; Business and Industry; Education and Professional Studies; Health Professions and Wellness; Social and Behavioral Sciences; and Library. Most academic programs have discipline-specific accreditations a reflection of their quality and JSUs commitment to excellence.
Required Qualifications
- Masters degree appropriate for the discipline or a JD with experience working in a criminal justice related field.
- Experience with in-person hybrid/blended or 100% online instruction
Preferred Qualifications
- Candidates who hold current relevant professional credentials.
- College or University teaching experience.
- Teaching and/or conducting action research at the higher education level.
- Evidence of teaching excellence.
- Teaching experience.
- Experience working with culturally diverse populations.
- Experience teaching using the Canvas platform and Microsoft Teams.
Required Application Documents
- Cover Letter
- CV
- Teaching Philosophy
- Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts required upon hire)
Clery Notice: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act the Jacksonville State University Police provide information on crimes statistics crime prevention law enforcement crime reporting and other related issues for the past three calendar years. The JSU Annual Campus Security and Fire Report is available online at: Employment Opportunity: Jax State is an Equal Employment and Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation age genetic information national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Employment Type
Temp
