Associate Professor - Forensic Psychology

Faculty/Directorate

Faculty of Business and Social Sciences

School/Function

School of Law, Social and Behavioural Sciences

Contract type

Permanent

Actual hours

22.2

Salary from

58,687

Salary to

67,580

Posted Date

17/11/2023

Closing Date

08/01/2024

Ref No

3862

Documents

We are looking for a highly motivated forensic psychologist to lead our very successful MSc in Forensic Psychology which has just received reaccreditation from the British Psychological Society (BPS). We are seeking an individual who would be interested in contributing to teaching on the MSc and Co-leading our programme alongside taking responsibility for our sought-after placement opportunity in organisations associated with forensic psychology practice. This post represents an exciting opportunity to strengthen our forensic psychology offering as well as contributing to our teaching and research excellence. If you are a registered forensic psychologist with the HCPC and are an experienced practitioner and/or have experience in contributing to or leading an MSc Forensic Psychology programme we would encourage you to apply.

We will expect the post holder to bring Practitioner expertise to the development of high-quality forensic placements, which are integral to the course and contribute to its popularity. The post holder will also support the research projects of undergraduate and postgraduate students.

You will already hold a Professional Doctorate or PhD in the field of Forensic Psychology and have gained registration with the Health and Care Professions Council. You will have a recognised teaching or learning qualification If you haven't already achieved the relevant level of UKPSF recognition, we'll need you to do so before the end of your probation period.

On a personal level, going above and beyond to deliver exceptional teaching and support to our students will be your core motivation. You will have evidence of working on research projects or contributions to a research group in Forensic Psychology. You will use your experience of working in Psychology to promote integrated professional practice across everything you do, imparting practical knowledge to students that they will take with them in their future careers.

Constantly seeking to improve, you'll scrutinise your own work, build private and public sector networks, and work collaboratively to enhance the faculty's reputation in higher education and occupational circles.

The Faculty of Business and Social Sciences combines Kingston Business School and the School of Law, Social and Behavioural Sciences. Driven by a forward- thinking approach, the Faculty is dynamic, innovative and ambitious. We focus on business and social challenges that impact us all such as decision making, sustainable development and individual resilience.

Together, the Schools strive to nurture socially responsible, well-informed and actively engaged members of society who graduate as adaptable, ambitious and solutions-focused professionals.

Practical experience and real-life learning are at the heart of our degrees. Our graduates will be equipped with the skills to manage and navigate a world that needs employees to be digitally skilled and to have highly developed people management skills, emotional intelligence as well as innovative, entrepreneurial drive.

This is a part-time (22.20 hours per week), permanent position with a starting salary of £35,212.20 per annum (60% pro-rata to £58,687 per annum).

Interviews are due to take place in-person on Thursday 18 January 2024.

For any further queries relating to this role, please contact Professor Sabira Mannan, Head of Department of Psychology & Associate Professor.

Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students' identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.

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