Assistant Professor in Clinical Forensic Psychology--Fall 2026

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Job Title: Assistant Professor in Clinical Forensic Psychology--Fall 2026

Campus: Metropolitan Campus, Teaneck, NJ

Department: Psychology-Metro

Hiring Manager: Ben Freer

Hiring Manager Title: Dean

College: Marion Turpan College of Psychology and Counseling

Position Type: Faculty

Grade: Faculty

FLSA: Exempt

Faculty Rank: Assistant Professor

Salary: $70,000

General Benefits
This position provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes: employee tuition grant, health/dental/RX/vision insurance, retirement plan contributions, employer paid life insurance and long term disability benefits, as well as various voluntary benefits including but not limited to supplemental life insurance, commuter benefits, long term care, and FSA / HSA.

Status: Full-Time

Months Worked: 9 Month

Job Summary:
We are seeking to hire a tenure-track assistant professor for the Clinical Forensic Psychology M.A. program. The Clinical Forensic Psychology M.A. program is one of the first M.A. programs in the country to be accredited by the American Psychological Association.

The Marion Turpan College of Psychology and Counseling has two campuses in New Jersey. This position will be located on the Metropolitan Campus of Fairleigh Dickinson University in Teaneck, New Jersey. The Metropolitan campus offers Doctoral Programs in Clinical and School Psychology; Master’s Programs in Psychopharmacology, Forensic Psychology, General Theoretical Psychology, and School Psychology; and an Undergraduate Program in Psychology with tracks in Forensic Psychology, Mental Health, Organizational Behavior, and Consumer Psychology. The Florham campus offers graduate programs in I/O Psychology and Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check. Candidates for hire will be required to sign a waiver authorizing the background check and produce a Social Security Card.

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. The Forensic Psychology MA program has a strong commitment of respect for, and understanding of, the importance of cultural and individual differences and diversity, given its impact on clinically and forensically involved groups and individuals. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, we are committed to recognizing and supporting the diverse identities of our students, including race, religion, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, sex, ability status, age, nationality, and socioeconomic class. We are committed to ensuring that diversity is an integral part of our curriculum, discussions, and interactions. We encourage open dialogue about diversity and equity at any stage of your journey with us and we are dedicated to providing multiple avenues for students to voice opinions or concerns. We are continually dedicated to ensuring that our faculty remain culturally humble and responsive in all interactions with students, and to fostering an environment where students are respectful of all aspects of each other’s identities.

Required Qualifications:
The eligible candidate must have a Clinical Ph.D./Psy.D. with specialized training and/or experience in forensic practice, and either have a license or be license eligible. The position will include teaching, research, and service responsibilities. We are seeking an excellent teacher, research supervisor, and mentor for our students. A track record of research and publishing in the field of clinical and/or forensic psychology is preferred. The position includes responsibilities of providing research mentorship to Clinical Forensic Psychology M.A. students, as well as Clinical Psychology Ph.D. students on the Forensic Track. The position has the possibility of future leadership within the Forensic Psychology Master’s Program.

Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check. Candidates for hire will be required to sign a waiver authorizing the background check and produce a Social Security Card.

Preferred Qualifications:

Posting Date: 03/24/2026

Required Documents
1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents
1. Teaching Philosophy
2. Letter of Reference 1
3. Letter of Reference 2
4. Letter of Reference 3
5. Research Statement