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

Marymount University•Ballston, OR

8d•$70,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Marymount University's Forensic and Legal Psychology (FLP) program is seeking to hire a full-time tenure-track professor (Assistant or Associate Professor) or a full-time Professor of Practice. This 9-month position is within the Master’s Program in Forensic and Legal Psychology. The successful candidate will teach courses in Forensic and Legal Psychology, with a preference for those with clinical psychology backgrounds. Responsibilities include teaching core courses like Introduction to Psychopathology and specialized classes. For tenure-track roles, active scholarship, inquiry-based teaching (6 classes/year), and service are expected. For Professor of Practice roles, candidates should be experienced practitioners expected to teach (8 classes/year) and engage in service. The program is located in Marymount University’s new Ballston Academic Center in Arlington, Virginia, and offers opportunities for collaboration with community partners and government agencies.

Requirements

For a tenure-track position: 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
Demonstrate interest in teaching in areas within Forensic and Legal Psychology
Ability to teach core courses (i.e., Introduction to Psychopathology) as well as classes within their specialty
For a tenure-track position, the candidate is expected to pursue an active scholarship agenda, applicable to the field of forensic and legal psychology
For a tenure-track position, engage in inquiry-based teaching (6 classes per academic year)
For a Professor of Practice, engage in inquiry-based teaching (8 classes per academic year)
Participate in service to the program, school, college, and university as requested
Applications should include: Cover letter (specifying role applied for), C.V., Statement of research plan (1-2 pages), Evidence of excellence in research (e.g., publication/technical report), Statement of teaching philosophy (1-2 pages), Evidence of excellence in teaching (e.g., teaching evaluations), Statement on diversity (1-2 pages), Names and preferred contact information for 3 references
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and employment verification, and other role related requirements such as motor vehicle and/or drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Preference given for candidates with clinical psychology backgrounds
Scholars with expertise in areas such as psychopathology (adult and/or children), assessment, substance abuse, trauma, or psychology of law enforcement
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

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
FSA or HSA
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Contributions to the University’s 403(b) retirement plan
Financial planning
Identity theft protection
Pet insurance
Credit union
Tuition remission program (for employee and covered dependents)
Generous paid time off plan
Flexible and hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions, allowing up to two remote workdays per week.