Chemistry & Biochemistry - Forensic Science, Lecturer (Forensic and Molecular Biology), Non-Tenure
Loyola University Chicago · Chicago, IL
FULL-TIME
Job Description
Position Details
Position Details
Job Title
Chemistry & Biochemistry - Forensic Science, Lecturer (Forensic
and Molecular Biology), Non-Tenure Track
Position Title
Chemistry & Biochemistry - Forensic Science, Lecturer (Forensic
and Molecular Biology), Non-Tenure Track
Position Number
Job Category
University Faculty
Job Type
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Exempt
Campus
Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Location Code
CHEMISTRY & BIOCHEMISTRY (02113A)
Department Name
CHEMISTRY & BIOCHEMISTRY
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
No
Duties and Responsibilities
Salary Range: $80,000 – $90,000
Benefits Information: https://www.luc.edu/hr/benefits/
The Forensic Science Program in the College of Arts and Sciences at
Loyola University Chicago seeks qualified candidates for an
appointment as Lecturer beginning Fall 2026. Housed in the
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Loyola’s Forensic Science
faculty are dedicated to quality undergraduate teaching and a
student-centered approach to education. By engaging in active
research and service projects, faculty members contribute to the
advancement of the field and bring their insights back into the
classroom. The program has a faculty of nine lecturers: three
full-time and six part-time. Our curriculum is built on the
fundamental natural sciences of chemistry and biology. The program
currently serves 307 students with about 30 BS graduates per year.
Students can pursue capstone courses in forensic toxicology,
molecular biology, and anthropology. For more information about the
Forensic Science Program, please visit its website at
www.luc.edu/forensicscience.
We welcome candidates with strong teaching profiles in forensic and
molecular biology ( DNA ) and appropriate professional experience
in this area of forensic analysis. The successful candidate will be
required to teach forensic science courses in a nationally
accredited program (Forensic Science Education Programs
Accreditation Commission, FEPAC ) and should be familiar with the
standards set forth in this accreditation.
This search is part of a College-wide, multiyear hiring initiative
designed to hire outstanding researchers and teachers who are
prepared to contribute to a culture of inclusion, committed to
interdisciplinarity, dedicated to the pursuit of external grants,
and appreciative of a Jesuit, Catholic education.
This position involves teaching courses in Forensic Biology and
Forensic Molecular Biology ( DNA ). Candidates will be asked to
teach courses that integrate undergraduate research experiences in
forensic science. Additional teaching may be assigned in the
Forensic Science program, Biology Department, or Chemistry and
Biochemistry department to complete a full-time 4-4 teaching load.
The successful candidate will also engage in professional
development activities as well as service at the program level or
above.
Qualifications
The candidate will have a PhD in biology or a closely related field
at the time of appointment and at least three years relevant
experience as a forensic science practitioner in an operational
forensic science laboratory setting. Candidates for the position
must demonstrate clear potential for excellence in teaching and
student mentorship. Excellent organizational and communication
skills are desirable. The candidate must be willing to support the
mission of Loyola University Chicago and the goals of a Jesuit,
Catholic education.
Physical Demands
None
Working Conditions
None
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
The candidate will have a PhD in biology or a closely related field
at the time of appointment and at least three years relevant
experience as a forensic science practitioner in an operational
forensic science laboratory setting. Candidates for the position
must demonstrate clear potential for excellence in teaching and
student mentorship. Excellent organizational and communication
skills are desirable. The candidate must be willing to support the
mission of Loyola University Chicago and the goals of a Jesuit,
Catholic education.
Open Date
10/27/2025
Close Date
Salary Range
$80,000-$90,000
Additional Salary Information
The anticipated salary range for this position is in accordance
with the
Collective Bargaining Agreement . This salary range is for
a nine-month academic appointment. The salary offered to the
selected candidate will be determined based on a range of factors
including, but not limited to, the experience and qualifications of
the selected candidate including years since terminal degree;
training; field or discipline; budget availability; internal
equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should submit to www.careers.luc.edu (1) a
letter of interest; (2) a current Curriculum Vitae; (3) a
statement on teaching philosophy and experience; (4) a statement
addressing past or potential contributions to mentoring a diverse
student body and engaging a diverse community through teaching and
service; and (5) the names and email addresses of three individuals
prepared to provide letters of recommendation (letter writers will
receive an electronic prompt asking them to submit their
letters).
Please direct inquiries to:
James V. DeFrancesco, PhD
Director – Forensic Science Program
Loyola University Chicago
Flanner Hall, Rm 012
1068 W. Sheridan Rd.
Chicago, IL 60660
jdefrancesco@luc.edu
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until
the position is filled. Applications received before November 27,
2025 will receive full consideration.
As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek
candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a
Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more
about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should
consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/ . For
information about the university’s focus on transformative
education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed
.
About Loyola University Chicago
Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation’s
largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic
excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in
sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola
leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with
the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that
serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools,
colleges, and institutes —including Business, Law,
Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three
primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome,
Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected
learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top
universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS
Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country’s most
sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned
distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its
longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by
its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person,
Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with
purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable
world.
Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by
offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable,
comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in
detail, click
here .
Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil
rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private
institutions of higher education. Please see the
University’s Nondiscrimination Policy .
Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/34116
Job Number
8500405
Organizational Location
PROVOST
Posting Details
Posting Detail
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
08/10/2026
Position End Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Statement
• Inclusive Excellence Statement
Optional Documents
• Research Statement
• Writing Sample
• Scholarly Publications
• Teaching Evaluations
• Other Document
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Multi Media
• Resume
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Position Details
Job Title
Chemistry & Biochemistry - Forensic Science, Lecturer (Forensic
and Molecular Biology), Non-Tenure Track
Position Title
Chemistry & Biochemistry - Forensic Science, Lecturer (Forensic
and Molecular Biology), Non-Tenure Track
Position Number
Job Category
University Faculty
Job Type
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Exempt
Campus
Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Location Code
CHEMISTRY & BIOCHEMISTRY (02113A)
Department Name
CHEMISTRY & BIOCHEMISTRY
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
No
Duties and Responsibilities
Salary Range: $80,000 – $90,000
Benefits Information: https://www.luc.edu/hr/benefits/
The Forensic Science Program in the College of Arts and Sciences at
Loyola University Chicago seeks qualified candidates for an
appointment as Lecturer beginning Fall 2026. Housed in the
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Loyola’s Forensic Science
faculty are dedicated to quality undergraduate teaching and a
student-centered approach to education. By engaging in active
research and service projects, faculty members contribute to the
advancement of the field and bring their insights back into the
classroom. The program has a faculty of nine lecturers: three
full-time and six part-time. Our curriculum is built on the
fundamental natural sciences of chemistry and biology. The program
currently serves 307 students with about 30 BS graduates per year.
Students can pursue capstone courses in forensic toxicology,
molecular biology, and anthropology. For more information about the
Forensic Science Program, please visit its website at
www.luc.edu/forensicscience.
We welcome candidates with strong teaching profiles in forensic and
molecular biology ( DNA ) and appropriate professional experience
in this area of forensic analysis. The successful candidate will be
required to teach forensic science courses in a nationally
accredited program (Forensic Science Education Programs
Accreditation Commission, FEPAC ) and should be familiar with the
standards set forth in this accreditation.
This search is part of a College-wide, multiyear hiring initiative
designed to hire outstanding researchers and teachers who are
prepared to contribute to a culture of inclusion, committed to
interdisciplinarity, dedicated to the pursuit of external grants,
and appreciative of a Jesuit, Catholic education.
This position involves teaching courses in Forensic Biology and
Forensic Molecular Biology ( DNA ). Candidates will be asked to
teach courses that integrate undergraduate research experiences in
forensic science. Additional teaching may be assigned in the
Forensic Science program, Biology Department, or Chemistry and
Biochemistry department to complete a full-time 4-4 teaching load.
The successful candidate will also engage in professional
development activities as well as service at the program level or
above.
Qualifications
The candidate will have a PhD in biology or a closely related field
at the time of appointment and at least three years relevant
experience as a forensic science practitioner in an operational
forensic science laboratory setting. Candidates for the position
must demonstrate clear potential for excellence in teaching and
student mentorship. Excellent organizational and communication
skills are desirable. The candidate must be willing to support the
mission of Loyola University Chicago and the goals of a Jesuit,
Catholic education.
Physical Demands
None
Working Conditions
None
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
The candidate will have a PhD in biology or a closely related field
at the time of appointment and at least three years relevant
experience as a forensic science practitioner in an operational
forensic science laboratory setting. Candidates for the position
must demonstrate clear potential for excellence in teaching and
student mentorship. Excellent organizational and communication
skills are desirable. The candidate must be willing to support the
mission of Loyola University Chicago and the goals of a Jesuit,
Catholic education.
Open Date
10/27/2025
Close Date
Salary Range
$80,000-$90,000
Additional Salary Information
The anticipated salary range for this position is in accordance
with the
Collective Bargaining Agreement . This salary range is for
a nine-month academic appointment. The salary offered to the
selected candidate will be determined based on a range of factors
including, but not limited to, the experience and qualifications of
the selected candidate including years since terminal degree;
training; field or discipline; budget availability; internal
equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should submit to www.careers.luc.edu (1) a
letter of interest; (2) a current Curriculum Vitae; (3) a
statement on teaching philosophy and experience; (4) a statement
addressing past or potential contributions to mentoring a diverse
student body and engaging a diverse community through teaching and
service; and (5) the names and email addresses of three individuals
prepared to provide letters of recommendation (letter writers will
receive an electronic prompt asking them to submit their
letters).
Please direct inquiries to:
James V. DeFrancesco, PhD
Director – Forensic Science Program
Loyola University Chicago
Flanner Hall, Rm 012
1068 W. Sheridan Rd.
Chicago, IL 60660
jdefrancesco@luc.edu
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until
the position is filled. Applications received before November 27,
2025 will receive full consideration.
As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek
candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a
Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more
about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should
consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/ . For
information about the university’s focus on transformative
education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed
.
About Loyola University Chicago
Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation’s
largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic
excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in
sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola
leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with
the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that
serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools,
colleges, and institutes —including Business, Law,
Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three
primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome,
Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected
learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top
universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS
Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country’s most
sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned
distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its
longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by
its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person,
Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with
purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable
world.
Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by
offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable,
comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in
detail, click
here .
Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil
rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private
institutions of higher education. Please see the
University’s Nondiscrimination Policy .
Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/34116
Job Number
8500405
Organizational Location
PROVOST
Posting Details
Posting Detail
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
08/10/2026
Position End Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Statement
• Inclusive Excellence Statement
Optional Documents
• Research Statement
• Writing Sample
• Scholarly Publications
• Teaching Evaluations
• Other Document
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Multi Media
• Resume
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Benefits
- Health insurance
Additional Details
- City
- Chicago
- State
- Illinois
- Country
- US
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