University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, Department of Psychiatry
Position ID:
UMASSMED-Psych-MFPSYCHOLOGIST [#31793, 26-041]
Position Title:
Mobile Forensic Psychologist
Position Type:
Non tenure-track faculty
Position Location:
Worcester, Massachusetts 01655, United States of America
Subject Area:
Appl Deadline:
(posted 2026/03/09, listed until 2026/09/09)
Position Description:
Position Description
Mobile Forensic Psychologist The University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences Law and Psychiatry program seeks to fill an .50 FTE Faculty position in the on its Mobile Forensic Evaluation Service. The Service provides forensic evaluations of competence to stand trial, criminal responsibility, civil commitment, and aid-in sentencing at the Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital and Tewksbury State Hospital. In addition, the Service provides violence risk assessment consultations to Department of Mental Health Facilities. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D./Psy.D., specialized training/experience in Forensic Psychology, have experience in risk assessment, and be licensed or eligible for licensure as a psychologist in Massachusetts. In addition, the successful candidate will demonstrate ability to contribute to the academic mission of UMass Chan Medical School, including within our Forensic Psychology Postdoctoral Residency Program and/or Psychology Internship Program. The position is open to early career forensic psychologists and those with more experience. Depending on experience, there are opportunities for leadership positions within the program as well as in the associated Forensic Residency Program. The selected candidate will be recommended for a UMass Chan faculty appointment as Assistant or Associate Professor based on qualifications. The position offers competitive salaries, with an excellent benefit package, including additional faculty benefits. In alignment with our commitment to pay transparency, the established Department of Mental Health minimum base salary for this position is $55,000 for .50 FTE (exclusive of benefits and retirement). At UMass Chan Medical School, final base salary offers are determined based on a combination of factors, including your skills, education, and relevant experience. We also consider internal equity to ensure fair and consistent compensation across our teams. Please note that the range provided reflects the full base salary range for this position. Offers are typically made within the starting range to allow for future growth and development within the role. In addition to base pay, UMass Chan offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, which includes paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and participation in a 401A retirement plan. *Diversity, equity, and inclusion are integral to the commitment of the Department and University. Accordingly, the Department encourages applications from qualified candidates who can contribute to racial equity, diversity and inclusion through service, mentorship, teaching and scholarship.* As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Chan recognizes the added value of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. Information about our Law and Psychiatry program is available at: https://umassmed.edu/psychiatry/law-psychiatry/ The University of Massachusetts (Campus) welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site
)
And anything else requested in the position description.
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