About this position
Four Open Positions Available!Mobile Forensic Psychologist UMass Chan
Medical School, Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences
The University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School Department of
Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences Law and Psychiatry program seeks to
fill four full-time 1.0 FTE Faculty positions 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,
Tewksbury State Hospital and Mountain View Unit at Valley Springs
Behavioral Healthcare. 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 Professor based on qualifications. The
position offers competitive salaries, with an excellent benefit
package, including additional faculty benefits.
The benefit package includes generous holiday and paid time off for
professional development totaling to more than 7 weeks; generous
medical, dental, and malpractice insurance; eligibility to participate
in the state’s defined benefit pension plan or a defined contribution
retirement plan; and an annual practice allowance. There is the option
for voluntary night, weekends, and holiday coverage with highly
competitive reimbursement. The UMass Chan Medical School welcomes all
qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal
anti-discrimination laws.
In alignment with our commitment to pay transparency, the established
Department of Mental Health base salary for this position is
$124,793.75 (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://www.umassmed.edu/lawandpsychiatry/ The University of Massachusetts (Campus) welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.
How to apply
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