Assistant Professor-in-Residence, Psychology (Forensic Psychology) [R0152297
Listed on 2026-08-20
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic
Job Description
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Assistant Professor-in-Residence, Psychology (Forensic Psychology) [R0152297].
ROLE of the POSITIONThe Department of Psychology at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, non-tenure track teaching faculty member (Assistant Professor in Residence) to begin Fall, 2027. A primary responsibility for this position is the development and instruction of undergraduate courses in forensic psychology. This position also involves teaching foundational and upper-division courses, including capstone. Career advancement is available with evidence of continued professional development and service contributions.
The Department seeks individuals who are committed to fostering an environment in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. Further, the Department seeks dynamic and enthusiastic individuals with a Ph.D. in psychology or related discipline, a commitment to undergraduate education, substantial teaching experience (including online teaching), and a willingness to work with a program coordinator for purposes of assessment and quality control.
of the DEPARTMENT of PSYCHOLOGY
The Department has 40 full-time faculty members, a B.A. program in Psychology, a B.S. program in Neuroscience, a B.S. program in Children’s Behavioral Health Psychology, an APA-accredited Ph.D. program in Clinical Psychology, a Ph.D. program in Psychological and Brain Sciences with cognitive, developmental, and quantitative/social/community areas of study, and is affiliated with a campus-wide interdisciplinary Neuroscience Ph.D. program.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS- This position requires aPh.D. in psychology or related discipline from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and substantial teaching experience.
- Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date.
- ABD candidates will be considered.
- Candidate must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.
SALARYSalary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV- Competitive total rewards package including:
- No state income tax
- Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
- Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents
- Employee recognition and appreciation programs
- UNLV athletics ticket discounts
- Statewide employee purchase program discounts
- Rebel Card discounts on and off campus
- Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
- Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
- Connect with colleagues with shared interests
- Personal and professional development opportunities
- A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels:
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PROFILE of the UNIVERSITYFounded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 34,000 students and more than 4,451 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 186,000 degrees, producing more than 151,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement.
The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region’s diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community…
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