Full Time Tenure-Track Position (Open Rank) in Forensic and Legal Psychology

Marymount University • Arlington, VA

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About The Position

The Forensic and Legal Psychology (FLP) program at Marymount University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track professor position (at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor) or full-time professor of practice position beginning in August 2025. This is a 9-month position in the Master’s Program in Forensic and Legal Psychology program. Successful candidates will demonstrate interest in teaching in areas within Forensic and Legal Psychology, with preference given for candidates with clinical psychology backgrounds. Candidates should be able to teach core courses (i.e., Introduction to Psychopathology) as well as classes within their specialty. We are particularly interested in scholars with expertise in areas such as psychopathology (adult and/or children), assessment, substance abuse, trauma, or psychology of law enforcement. For a tenure-track position, the candidate is expected to pursue an active scholarship agenda, applicable to the field of forensic and legal psychology, engage in inquiry-based teaching (6 classes per academic year), and participate in service to the program, school, college, and university as requested. Applicants must have a doctorate (PhD, PsyD). Appointment at either the Assistant or Associate level will be commensurate with the candidate’s scholarship and experience. To be appointed as a Professor of Practice, the candidate will be an experienced practitioner who holds the professional degree in their field and significant post-graduation experience with a distinguished record of achievement as a practitioner within the profession. The candidate is expected to engage in inquiry-based teaching (8 classes per academic year), and participate in service to the program, school, college, and university as requested.

Requirements

• A terminal degree (PhD, PsyD) from an accredited institution in psychology, or closely related field; advanced ABDs will be considered for candidates who would be hired at the rank of Assistant Professor.
• For the professor of practice position: the candidate will be an experienced practitioner who holds the professional degree in their field.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates working in the areas of psychopathology, trauma & victimization, and/or psychology of law enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Support and integrate the mission and core values of Marymount University and Academic Affairs, including our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Instruct all assigned classes (in person) using a variety of pedagogical approaches that both engage and facilitate student learning.
• Advise and assist students in education and career development to attain their master’s degree.
• Engage in ongoing professional development that will include scholarship activities such as research, presentations, and participation with professional organizations (consistent with appointment in a tenure-track or professor of practice position).
• Maintain office hours at times that provide appropriate access to students.
• Maintain a successful record of quality, peer-reviewed scholarship (for tenure-track positions only).
• Assume professional responsibilities as requested by the Dean of the College and/or School Director.
• Contribute to the University, College of Sciences and Humanities, School of Social and Behavioral Sciences functions and services, including assessments, admissions, and continuous improvement activities.

Benefits

• Flexible/hybrid alternative work locations, up to two days per week, for eligible positions.
• Rich retirement plan that includes an automatic 2% employer contribution of the employee’s base salary and will match up to 6% of employee pretax contributions.
• Competitive health and welfare benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree