Position Title: Lecturer in Geographical Profiling
Location: Remote Position (Online Classes)
Institution: European Forensic Institute

Your Opportunity

As a Lecturer in Geographical Profiling, you will work closely with the academic department to inspire students’ learning. You will employ modern teaching practices and methodologies to create an engaging and effective educational experience.

Key Responsibilities

Course Delivery:
Deliver courses in accordance with the academic calendar, ensuring comprehensive and effective coverage of the curriculum.
Course Preparation:
Prepare and deliver course content that aligns with curriculum objectives. For courses involving practical or laboratory sessions, provide detailed session plans to facilitate effective learning experiences.
Student Supervision:
Supervise and support students during their undergraduate and postgraduate research projects, dissertations, or theses. Offer academic guidance and support for individual modules, as needed.
Final Dissertation Support:
Provide supervision, guidance, and support for students undertaking their final dissertation work.
Professional Competence:
Maintain a high level of professional competence, including proficiency in relevant IT skills and online teaching platforms required for effective course delivery.
Professional Conduct and Ethics:
Uphold integrity and ethical conduct with students and colleagues. Ensure compliance with academic obligations and maintain good standing within the academic community.
Professional Equipment:
Use and maintain appropriate teaching materials, resources, and tools to ensure a high-quality teaching and learning experience for students.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Academic Qualifications: A Master’s degree or PhD in Criminology, Forensic Psychology, Forensic Science, Criminal Justice, or closely related field.
Teaching Experience: Previous experience teaching at the tertiary (university) level.
Subject Expertise: In-depth knowledge of geographical profiling principles and methodologies, spatial analysis of criminal behaviour, Crime pattern analysis and crime mapping, crime scene analysis and intelligence-led policing, and ethical and legal considerations in criminal investigations.
Research Background: Evidence of research activity and scholarly contributions in the field of general psychology.
Student Engagement: Ability to engage and motivate students from diverse academic and cultural backgrounds.
Organisational Skills: Strong organisational, time-management, and planning skills to meet academic deadlines.
Inclusive Approach: Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills in Italian
(proficiency in an additional language is considered a plus).
Professional Development: Commitment to continuous professional development and staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in Geographical Profiling and online education.

What We Offer

The opportunity to work with a multicultural and dynamic team.
The flexibility of a remote, online position.
Engagement with a growing, innovative, and student-centred institution.
Opportunities for continuous professional development and support for research initiatives.

Application Process

Lecturer in Geographical Profiling

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