Director, Forensic Science Graduate Program

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Director, Forensic Science Graduate Program Academic Administrator V, VI or VII

UC Davis Extension is the continuing and professional education division of UC Davis. In this capacity, UC Davis Extension partners with campus schools, colleges and faculty to create global access to the distinctive knowledge and resources of UC Davis. UC Davis Extension instructors include outstanding faculty from across UC Davis as well as distinctive working professionals in a wide variety of disciplines. Last year, UC Davis Extension recorded nearly 58,000 enrollments in more than 3,000 classes, serving students from all 50 states and 105 countries. Courses are offered onsite and online in a variety of formats, including short courses, conferences, certificate programs and self-supporting master’s degrees. UC Davis Extension is completely self- supporting, generating more than $40 million in annual revenue from course fees, public and private contracts and grants

UC Davis Extension is the administrative home of the highly acclaimed and well-established M.S. in Forensics Sciences offered by the Forensics Sciences Graduate group at UC Davis. The Director (Academic Administrator) will support the Forensic Science Graduate Group (FSGG) in the administration of the self- supporting master’s degree program in forensics science and develop a continuing education program in Forensic Science for various professionals.

Responsibilities: The Director for the Forensic Science Graduate Program will report directly to the Chair of the Center for Professional Studies of UC Davis Extension, and ultimately to the Dean of UC Davis Extension. The position will also work closely with the FSGG Chair and members of FSGG, whose mission is to provide research based M.S. degrees in the forensic sciences (MSFS). The Director is expected to administer the logistical aspects of the MSFS program and provide support to the FSGG chair, the FSGG elected committee members and the group’s graduate advisers in support of the mission of the FSGG. The Director is expected to implement and carry out the directive of the FSGG and its committees. These duties will involve administrative management of the support staff assigned to the forensic science program; budget planning, forecasting, allocation and prioritization of program expenses; allocation of physical space, labs and classrooms; selecting, hiring and mentoring instructors; facility planning, and laboratory safety compliance issues; and ensuring a high quality student environment and experience, including managing the admissions process in concert with the FSGG. The position will also require the incumbent to develop memoranda of understanding with various campus departments in support of the FSGG objectives and the MSFS program. The academic administrator will support the FSGG admissions committee by providing candidate packages that facilitate the committee’s deliberative process.

Minimum Qualifications:  M.S. or equivalent in Forensic Science, Genetics, Toxicology, Bio-chemistry, or related scientific discipline appropriate for forensics lab and analysis work. Science-based Ph.D. preferred.  Eight years of total experience working in a forensic lab or related research or enforcement organization.  Five years of management or leadership level experience in an organization related to forensics such as a crime lab, forensics lab or service bureau, investigative bureau, district attorney or prosecutorial office with major forensic capability, or equivalent.  In depth knowledge of Forensic Science methods, practices and procedures.  Knowledge of and experience with the Forensics Science community such as associations (California Association of Criminalists, American Academy of Forensic Science, etc.), crime labs, university-based forensics programs, etc.  Knowledge of and working experience with developing and managing program and/or project budgeting and budget forecasting.  Experience managing staff members in an organization.  Experience with and expertise in science-based research and laboratory-based research.  Experience and ability to work with a diverse range of individuals, including faculty and working professionals in the forensics arena.

Preferred Qualifications:  Ph.D. in a relevant science-based discipline.  Present or past experience in forensic science analysis and testimony in a court of law.  Active and on-going research in some aspect of forensic science.  A substantial track record of publications related to forensic science.  Teaching experience at the undergraduate, graduate and/or professional levels in science-based curriculum either directly or indirectly related to forensic science.  Experience managing staff members in an organization related to Forensic Science or educational institution.  Experience advising, mentoring or working with students.  Knowledge of and experience with relevant laws, procedures, and practices in forensic evidence and proceedings.  Experience with developing and managing professional and continuing educational programs in forensic science or related fields and disciplines.

Compensation & Benefits: Academic Administrator V, VI, or VII level will be based on qualifications and experience of final candidate. Salary range: $82,260-$142,740. Placement in salary range will commensurate with Academic Administrator level and experience. This is an academic term position with an initial 12-month appointment, renewable annually. Full-time position accruing 13 paid holidays, 24 days vacation and 12 days sick leave. Position eligible for full UCD benefits/retirement package. For more information about our extensive benefits package please visit http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html. For more information about UC Davis and our local communities please visit: https://frontdoor.ucdavis.edu/.

Applications: Apply at UC Davis Recruit: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/apply/JPF01390. For primary consideration, please apply by January 16, 2017. For questions, please contact: Denise Prigge, Email: [email protected]; Tel. 530-757-8671.

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