Part-Time Faculty: FSC 633-Quality Assurance & Ethics (Spring 2027)

The College of Arts & Sciences at Syracuse University seeks a Part-time Instructor

to teach FSC 633 - Quality Assurance and Ethics in Spring 2027 (01/11/2027).

Course description: Application of the ISO standards for accredited forensic laboratories; testimony practices; method validation; root cause analysis; corrective action; disclosure obligations; roles of police, attorneys, forensic scientists; ethical issues in forensic science; and case studies.

Qualifications

• MS in Forensic Science is required.
• Qualified currently practicing or previous practical experience as a forensic scientist.
• Experience with the practical and theoretical aspects of various areas of forensic science including quality assurance and the ISO17025 standards.
• Preferred qualifications: Experience presenting lectures and presentations.

Job Specific Qualifications

None

Responsibilities

• Developing and/or updating a class syllabus.
• Ordering the appropriate books and materials in advance of the class start date.
• Preparing lectures, projects or other student assignments.
• Maintaining regularly scheduled o!ce hours of two hours per week.
• Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the class.
• Meeting all designated class periods. If you are unable to meet with your class due to illness or emergency, you should exercise your best effort to reschedule the class or to obtain a substitute. You must also notify the department chair or their designated contact of your absence and of your plan to cover the class.
• Working with the academic unit to maintain student learning outcomes.
• Submitting completed final grades according to University regulations.
• Grading student assignments and exams in a timely manner.
• Providing departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations.
• Completing all other course-related duties as outlined by your department's policies for part-time instructors.

Physical Requirements

Not Applicable

Tools/Equipment

Not Applicable

Application Instructions

In addition to completing an online application, please attach a curriculum vitae and cover letter.