"Assistant/Associate Professor of Forensic Science"

Position Details

Posted: 09-Nov-25

Location: Huntsville, Texas

Categories: Academic/Faculty, Biological/Biomedical Sciences

Internal Number: 45356

Requisition: 202500136F

Hiring Salary/Recruiting Range: Commensurate with education and experience.

Department: Dept of Forensic Science

Nature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties:

The Department of Forensic Science is conducting a search for a forensic science faculty position within its FEPAC-accredited MS program and Ph.D. program.
Applicants with forensic toxicology experience are preferred but related forensic disciplines such as drug chemistry/seized drugs, analytical chemistry, instrumental analysis, forensic chemistry, firearms, or crime scene investigation may also be considered.

Other Specifications/Instructions for the Position:

To ensure full consideration, applicants should submit a letter of interest, a current vita, and the names and contact information for a minimum of three references addressed to: Dr. Sheree Hughes, Chair, Department of Forensic Science, Sam Houston State University; Box 2525; Huntsville, Texas 77341-2525.
Review of materials will continue until the position is filled

Educational Requirements for the Position (Faculty Positions Only):

Candidates for this tenure-track faculty position should have a Doctoral degree in a relevant scientific field and relevant research/teaching experience in forensic science or a closely related discipline.

Experience Required for the Position (Faculty Positions Only):

Must be able to develop and teach graduate-level courses in forensic science, pursue a sustained research agenda, supervise graduate student research and actively participate in the continuous development of forensic science programming at SHSU. Candidates are expected to be dedicated teachers, productive researchers, and professionals prepared to become actively engaged in a intellectual and social environment to meet the needs of students.