Associate Professor of Forensic Psychology
Apply NowCompany: Wichita State University Careers
Location: Wichita, KS 67212
Description:
Department: Psychology
Campus Location: Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus
Hire Type: Full Time
Pay: $150,000
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm
Export Compliance Requirement: No export control requirement.
Job Story
The Psychology Department at Wichita State University seeks to hire an Associate Professor of Forensic Psychology to begin Fall 2025. We are open to all areas of research interests but are especially interested in scholars who study diverse populations or underrepresented groups. We are also particularly interested in applicants who can teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in forensic psychology and graduate level courses in clinical supervision. Applicants should be graduates of forensic psychology, clinical psychology, or related Ph.D. or Psy.D., programs, be licensed or license eligible, and have a strong record of peer-reviewed publications. Salary provided by the university is $150,000. Revenue generated from clinical services and postdoctoral supervision will be open to negotiation.
The department has three Ph.D. programs in clinical, community, and human factors psychology, as well as a large undergraduate student body. The department is research oriented and has an expectation for faculty to seek external funding. Wichita State University is located in Kansas's largest city and major industrial metropolitan area, with a population of over 750,000. Wichita has a vibrant and growing community, with a diverse school district yet with a modest cost of living and a thriving downtown. Wichita State also has an in-house clinical psychology training clinic that serves the greater Wichita area. Wichita State University encourages applications from applicants with diverse backgrounds and from underrepresented populations.
Job Summary
Teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels using various instructional deliveries (e.g., traditional (face-to-face), hybrid, and fully online). To foster applied learning into the course design and engage with industry and local business community applied projects. To advance knowledge through scholarly activities (e.g., active involvement in committees, student mentorship, recruitment and retention initiative, outreach activities, etc.)
Essential Functions
Meet expectations for research, teaching, and service as set forth by the department and college.
Job Duties
Job responsibilities will include the clinical supervision of two postdoctoral fellows which will be funded by the department, maintaining a program of active research, and teaching at the graduate and undergraduate level.
Required Education and Experience:
Faculty Requirements
Graduate of forensic psychology, clinical psychology, or related Ph.D. or Psy.D., programs
Licensed or license eligible as a Psychologist
Strong record of peer-reviewed publications
Must meet the level of research leading to publication and other scholarly output appropriate for the rank of Associate Professor
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Additional Information:
Review of applications will begin on Monday December 2, 2024 and will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
To apply, please complete the Faculty Profile and upload the following:
1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. Statement answering the following question: "How would you contribute to building an inclusive and welcoming environment for colleagues and students?" Please attach as "Other Faculty Document".
In addition, please arrange for three (3) letters of recommendation on your behalf sent directly to Dr. C. Brendan Clark c.brendan.clark@wichita.edu.
Wichita State University does not discriminate in its employment practices, educational programs, or activities on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran.
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check, as required by Kansas Board of Regents policy.
All employees of Wichita State University are expected to support the WSU vision, mission, and values and to help foster an environment rich in diversity of culture, thoughts, and experience. Candidates for faculty positions should be able to demonstrate the ability to effectively educate and empower a diverse student population.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to remain in a stationary position. Frequent 60-90%
Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Frequent 60-90%
Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information. Frequent 60-90%
Campus Location: Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus
Hire Type: Full Time
Pay: $150,000
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm
Export Compliance Requirement: No export control requirement.
Job Story
The Psychology Department at Wichita State University seeks to hire an Associate Professor of Forensic Psychology to begin Fall 2025. We are open to all areas of research interests but are especially interested in scholars who study diverse populations or underrepresented groups. We are also particularly interested in applicants who can teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in forensic psychology and graduate level courses in clinical supervision. Applicants should be graduates of forensic psychology, clinical psychology, or related Ph.D. or Psy.D., programs, be licensed or license eligible, and have a strong record of peer-reviewed publications. Salary provided by the university is $150,000. Revenue generated from clinical services and postdoctoral supervision will be open to negotiation.
The department has three Ph.D. programs in clinical, community, and human factors psychology, as well as a large undergraduate student body. The department is research oriented and has an expectation for faculty to seek external funding. Wichita State University is located in Kansas's largest city and major industrial metropolitan area, with a population of over 750,000. Wichita has a vibrant and growing community, with a diverse school district yet with a modest cost of living and a thriving downtown. Wichita State also has an in-house clinical psychology training clinic that serves the greater Wichita area. Wichita State University encourages applications from applicants with diverse backgrounds and from underrepresented populations.
Job Summary
Teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels using various instructional deliveries (e.g., traditional (face-to-face), hybrid, and fully online). To foster applied learning into the course design and engage with industry and local business community applied projects. To advance knowledge through scholarly activities (e.g., active involvement in committees, student mentorship, recruitment and retention initiative, outreach activities, etc.)
Essential Functions
Meet expectations for research, teaching, and service as set forth by the department and college.
Job Duties
Job responsibilities will include the clinical supervision of two postdoctoral fellows which will be funded by the department, maintaining a program of active research, and teaching at the graduate and undergraduate level.
Required Education and Experience:
- Terminal degree in direct field.
- Meet expectations for research, teaching and service, as set forth by the department and college.
Faculty Requirements
Graduate of forensic psychology, clinical psychology, or related Ph.D. or Psy.D., programs
Licensed or license eligible as a Psychologist
Strong record of peer-reviewed publications
Must meet the level of research leading to publication and other scholarly output appropriate for the rank of Associate Professor
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Expert in an area of forensic psychology
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations
- Willingness to accommodate a variety of learning styles and strategies in instructional delivery and learning activities, including online and blended learning, flexible teaching methods, and applied learning approaches
Additional Information:
Review of applications will begin on Monday December 2, 2024 and will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
To apply, please complete the Faculty Profile and upload the following:
1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. Statement answering the following question: "How would you contribute to building an inclusive and welcoming environment for colleagues and students?" Please attach as "Other Faculty Document".
In addition, please arrange for three (3) letters of recommendation on your behalf sent directly to Dr. C. Brendan Clark c.brendan.clark@wichita.edu.
Wichita State University does not discriminate in its employment practices, educational programs, or activities on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran.
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check, as required by Kansas Board of Regents policy.
All employees of Wichita State University are expected to support the WSU vision, mission, and values and to help foster an environment rich in diversity of culture, thoughts, and experience. Candidates for faculty positions should be able to demonstrate the ability to effectively educate and empower a diverse student population.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to remain in a stationary position. Frequent 60-90%
Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Frequent 60-90%
Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information. Frequent 60-90%