Assistant Professor of Behavioral Forensics (Psychology & Law)

Position Title:

Assistant Professor of Behavioral Forensics (Psychology & Law)

Compensation:

Salary is commensurate with experience

Department:

Criminal Justice & Criminology

Start Date:

08/16/2027

About this opportunity:

The College of Sciences and Humanities at Ball State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in behavioral forensics (psychology & law). Preference will be given to individuals with doctoral training in clinical or counseling psychology whose research or teaching focuses on forensic or correctional applications. The successful applicant will be housed in a department of criminal justice and criminology. A Ph.D. in psychology with expertise in psychology and law or a closely related field is required at the time of appointment. Clinical and Counseling PhDs must be from APA or CPA accredited programs.

Employer will consider sponsorship.

What you'll do and what you will bring:

Description: The Forensic Science program at Ball State University seeks a tenure-track assistant professor to begin August 2, 2027. The successful applicant will teach psychology courses in the Behavioral Forensics concentration in our Forensic Science program; be able to establish an active research program that can involve students; and contribute to the service activities of the program and their respective disciplines. We are seeking applicants with expertise in psychology and law (e.g., forensic psychology, correctional psychology, or related areas). Support for this work is offered through research resources (e.g., EEG labs, funding opportunities; external grant supporting office); professional development opportunities (e.g., teaching training) and faculty mentorship.

Duties and Responsibilities: Responsibilities include: Teach undergraduate psychology courses in the Forensic Science program (e.g., Forensic Psychology, Correctional Psychology, Psychology of Criminal Behavior, Psychopathology); remain current in and contribute to research in specialty area; contribute to the service activities of the program and their discipline.

Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in psychology with expertise in psychology and law or related field from an accredited institution. ABDs will be considered if the doctorate is obtained by date of appointment. Clinical and Counseling PhDs must be from APA or CPA accredited programs

Preferred Qualifications: Special consideration will be given to applicants with doctoral training in clinical or counseling psychology whose research or teaching focuses on forensic or correctional applications.

How to apply:

For inquiries, please contact:
Dr. Benjamin Gibbs - Search Committee Chair
brgibbs@bsu.edu, 765-285-5102

Please follow upload instructions to attach all of the required supporting documents listed below: NOTE: Do not use the Autofill feature for resume:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae

Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by October 1st, 2026. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)

What we offer:

At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer 12 paid sick days and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.

When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. This offer is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.

Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.

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