Assistant or Associate Professor of Psychology (Forensic Psychology) (53763)

CLAFLIN UNIVERSITY, founded in 1869, is one of the nation’s premier liberal arts institutions and is consistently recognized among the top Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). With a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service, Claflin has earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report for 15 consecutive years as one of the Top 15 HBCUs in the nation. Our dedicated faculty, innovative academic programs, and supportive learning community prepare students for leadership and success in a global society.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Department of Social Sciences at Claflin University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor of Psychology with expertise in Forensic Psychology. Our department houses one of the largest undergraduate majors on campus. Our ideal candidate is interested in contributing to the social justice mission and excellence of our department through their teaching, research, and service. We are seeking candidates who understand the barriers facing students belonging to marginalized groups and who have demonstrated experience with students from diverse backgrounds, equitable and inclusive teaching practices and social justice with respect to mentoring, research, life experiences, or service.

The successful candidates will:

• Teach undergraduate courses across the psychology curriculum, including introductory, research methods/statistics, and advanced courses in their area of expertise.
• Teach undergraduate courses in psychology that are part of the general education curriculum, including elective offerings aligned with the candidate's expertise. 
• Mentor psychology majors.
• Engage in an active program of research and scholarship, with opportunities for student collaboration.
• Seek external funding to support research and program development.
• Contribute to departmental growth, including efforts toward the development of graduate programs in psychology.
• Provide service to the department, university, and profession.
• Opportunities for online teaching and interdisciplinary collaboration are available.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• PhD in Psychology or related fields (such as neuroscience, behavioral science, or forensic science (ABD considered, with expected completion by August 2026).
• Evidence of excellence in teaching at the college/university level.
• Strong record (or potential) of scholarly productivity.
• Commitment to student-centered learning, mentoring, and community engagement.
• Experience with teaching and retention of varied student populations.
• Knowledge about using AI and or modern technologies in psychology.
• Experience with innovative and engaging teaching strategies that will focus on the needs of 21 century students

SALARY AND RANK:

Salary and rank commensurate with qualifications and experience.

• Please send a letter of application addressing your qualifications including a statement of  research/scholarship/creative practice
• Statement of teaching philosophy and your motivation to teach at Claflin University
• a current curriculum vita,
• Sample of completed or in-progress research/creative activity
• unofficial copies of transcripts of all graduate work.
• Three current letters of recommendation and the addresses, telephone numbers and emails of at least five references will be requested at a later date.