Teaching Assistant Professor in Forensic Chemistry (Non-Tenured Track, F1103A) at Old Dominion University

Department: CHEMISTRY & BIOCHEMISTRY

Location: Norfolk, Virginia
Type: Full-time
Level: not_specified
Posted: Jul 27, 2026

Description

Old Dominion University is hiring a full-time, non-tenured Teaching Assistant Professor in Forensic Chemistry to begin in Spring 2027. The role involves teaching introductory forensic science, forensic biochemistry or chemistry, and crime scene investigation courses; developing curriculum for a FEPAC-certified Forensic Chemistry degree; and serving the department, college, and university. Applicants must have an M.S. in a relevant field and either a Ph.D. in forensic science or forensic chemistry, or a Ph.D. in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related field with forensic research experience. The position is based in Norfolk, Virginia, and applications were reviewed beginning August 31, 2026, until the position was filled.

Required Skills

Teaching
Laboratory instruction
Curriculum development
LMS platforms

Additional Information

Minimum Education: M.S. in forensic science, forensic chemistry, chemistry, or biochemistry, plus a Ph.D. in forensic science or forensic chemistry, or a Ph.D. in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related field with forensic research experience.
Required Previous Experiences: Three years of professional experience in forensic science for applicants with an M.S.
Forensic research experience for applicants with a Ph.D. in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related field.
Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate chemistry or forensics lecture and laboratory courses in the United States.
Experience teaching and managing courses with formal laboratory components.
Experience using advanced classroom technology and Canvas or other learning management systems.
Involvement in forensic chemistry curriculum development and FEPAC certification.
Translation Company Name: ODU