Forensic Psychology Dissertation Chair/Committee Member Faculty

Covista • Remote, REMOTE

9d • $2,800 - $16,320 • Remote

About The Position

Walden University is seeking Adjunct faculty members for its Forensic Psychology PhD program. The primary responsibility will be to chair and/or serve as second members on doctoral dissertation committees, providing methodological and/or content expertise. Occasionally, faculty may be asked to instruct content or research methodology courses. Participation in Mentor Training is required. Adjunct faculty serve part-time, educating students using online technology and resources, providing timely and thoughtful feedback, and maintaining a respectful environment. Faculty are expected to adhere to all Walden University Faculty expectations.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Forensic Psychology or a related field from an accredited institution required.
• At least 1,000 hours of direct forensic psychology experience over five years, or completion of a 2,000-hour formal postdoctoral fellowship in forensic psychology.
• Evidence of continuing scholarly or creative work within the past 5 years; proficient in APA 7th edition.
• Strong research methodology background in quantitative, qualitative, and/or mixed methods.
• Excellent leadership, communication, teamwork, and human relations skills.
• Provide own laptops and use the Walden University Learning Management System and Microsoft 365 tools.
• Must be able to use Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), zip software, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Must have reliable internet access as well as alternate access.

Nice To Haves

• Forensic experience at the doctoral level preferred.
• One year of experience serving on doctoral committees preferred (experience chairing a committee preferred).
• Preference given to quantitative research methodology background.

Responsibilities

• Chair and/or serve as a second committee member on doctoral dissertations, providing methodological and/or content expertise to forensic psychology doctoral candidates.
• Receive specific training from Walden University in teaching techniques, use of the electronic learning platform, policies and procedures, socialization into Walden University culture, assessment of academic integrity, and research supervision.
• When assigned a course, teach using the Canvas platform, interact with students, and respond to questions within 48 hours.
• Verify the accuracy of student postings and submissions and provide feedback and grades through Canvas.
• Be reasonably accessible to students, provide substantive feedback on assignments and postings, and publish availability through course syllabi or other appropriate documents.
• May be required to attend residencies held domestically or internationally to teach intensives and colloquia and facilitate school- and university-wide discussions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all Walden University policies and standards.

Benefits

• Walden also offers other opportunities for its contributing faculty members, such as dissertation/doctoral study committee chair positions, research reviewing, and dissertation and doctoral study mentoring.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree