Adjunct Faculty, Forensic Pathology

Summary: The College of Arts and Sciences is currently accepting applications for the position of Adjunct Faculty in Forensic Pathology. The forensic pathology course is designed to introduce students to the key aspects involved in determining the cause of a victim's fatality or injury. It covers the procedures necessary to identify the victim, as well as to assess the mechanism and manner of fatality, including natural causes, accidents, suicides, and homicides. The course also addresses the collection and analysis of biological evidence surrounding the incident, including environmental and toxicological factors. Finally, it covers the medico-legal responsibilities and expert testimony related to such cases. The college requires faculty to teach courses in person/on campus in Boca Raton, Florida. On-campus undergraduate classes are conducted Monday through Thursday, in 2.5-hour class sessions, for four-week terms or twice a week for eight weeks. This position is for an 8-week course starting August 2025. Job Description: Essential duties and responsibilities Teach courses in accordance with college guidelines. Participate in the college's assessment program of student performance Timely response to student questions and concerns. Timely submission of university reports and requirements, such as attendance, grades, and student progress reports. Required knowledge, skills, and abilities Candidates must be proficient with using technology for instructional delivery, such as learning management systems (e.g. Canvas) and presentation software (e.g. PowerPoint). Candidates must have an appreciation of different learning styles to incorporate into their instructional delivery. Candidates must have excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills. Minimum qualifications Candidates must have at least a master’s degree in a discipline appropriate to the position, which would include pathology. Preference may be given to applicants who hold a doctorate degree in a discipline appropriate to the position and/or applicants with previous post-secondary teaching experience, or experience as a medical examiner or medical examiner assistant. All degrees must have been completed at a regionally accredited institution. To Apply Completed applications will be reviewed upon receipt for match to potential needs. Only completed applications will be reviewed, which must include a short cover letter, resume or CV with detailed academic credentials, three letters of reference, and copies of all college transcripts. Before an applicant is approved to teach official transcripts will also be required. Accreditation and equal opportunity Lynn University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, parenting status, veteran status or retirement status in its activities and programs. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Lynn University does not discriminate on the basis of sex. Inquiries concerning the application of the non-discrimination policy may be directed to the Lynn University Compliance Officer/Title IX Coordinator at 3601 N. Military Trail, Boca Raton, FL 33431, , or +1 561-237-7727; or to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Lynn University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate, master's and doctoral degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call +1 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Lynn University. 2020 Lynn University Americans with Disabilities Act Please notify us at least five days in advance if a reasonable accommodation for a disability is needed by calling +1 561-237-7639. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Clery Act, the University annually provides a report to each student and current employee, as well as to prospective employees and students, that provides a detailed disclosure of information regarding campus security practices (including Emergency Response Plan, Timely Warnings, Emergency Warnings, Missing Persons, fire safety policies, fire prevention data, and Crime Log policies), as well as crime and fire-related incident statistics for the preceding year. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at For your health, Lynn University is smoke- and tobacco-free.