Assistant Professor of Psychology (Ph.D. Clinical Forensic Psychology) at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, TX
Sam Houston State University
Job Description
Assistant Professor of Psychology (Ph.D. Clinical Forensic Psychology) at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, TX
Requisition/Job Number: 202200114F
Rank: Assistant Professor
Hiring Salary: Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Type: Full-Time Tenure Track
College: College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Department: Dept of Psychology and Philosophy
Apply Here: https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/32612
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
The department seeks candidates with scholarly and/or clinical expertise at the intersection of psychology and law, broadly defined. Potential areas of expertise include, but are not limited to, forensic assessment (criminal and/or civil), correctional psychology, juvenile justice, victimization, law enforcement, delinquency, risk, violence, trauma, parental fitness, custody, legal decision-making, and treatment with justice-involved populations.
Duties will include conducting and supervising research, supervising theses and dissertations, supervising clinical practica, and teaching in the graduate (masters and doctoral) and undergraduate programs in the department. Candidates with demonstrated potential for extramural funding are encouraged to apply. Candidates must be committed to a student-centered approach and have a passion for teaching and mentoring a diverse student population.
Educational Requirements for the Position
Candidates should have a Doctoral degree from an APA-accredited Psychology program or who are ABD will be considered, but the doctoral degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.
Experience Required for the Position
Candidates should show evidence of research.
Other Requirements for the Position
Candidates must be eligible for licensure in the State of Texas.
Special Instructions Summary
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.
Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Direct inquiries to: Marcus Boccaccini Ph.D., Search Committee Chair, psy_mtb@shsu.edu.
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.