Adjunct Faculty - Forensic Psychology at United States International University - USIU Africa

Job Summary:

The successful candidates will be reporting to the Chair, Department of Psychology. The incumbent will be expected to teach Psychology courses at undergraduate, masters or doctoral levels

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver doctoral-level teaching in forensic psychology
• Support and mentor students in their career endeavors.
• Participate in curriculum development activities to ensure that the programs are up-to-date and marketable.
• Develop course materials, case studies, and applied forensic simulations
• Evaluate students through examinations, research papers, case reports, and applied forensic assessments
• Participate in program assessment and reviews.
• Engage in research in one’s area of expertise.
• Engage in service to the University, the profession and to the community.
• Contribute to scholarly engagement in forensic psychology
• Integrate current legal standards with psychological assessment practice.
• Perform any other related duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Minimum Educational Qualifications and Professional Experience

• Earned Doctoral Degree in Psychology (PsyD, PhD or equivalent)
• Demonstrated expertise in forensic Psychology or Psychology and legal interface practice
• Prior teaching experience at postgraduate or doctoral level
• Research, Publications and supervision of post graduate students will be added advantage
• Requisite skills in the use of digital technology and online teaching

Personal Attributes & Competencies

• Self-motivated and highly-disciplined
• Good command of the subject area and pedagogy
• Ethical and professional conduct
• Emotional Intelligence/Emotional Regulation skills
• Technologically savvy
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Good research and writing skills
• Innovative and creative