The successful candidate will report to the Chair, Department of Psychology. The incumbent will be expected to teach Psychology courses at undergraduate, masters, or doctoral levels, with a focus on forensic psychology and the intersection of psychology and legal standards.
Key Responsibilities
Design and deliver doctoral-level teaching in forensic psychology.
Support and mentor students in their career endeavors.
Participate in curriculum development activities to ensure that the programs are up-to-date and marketable.
Develop course materials, case studies, and applied forensic simulations.
Evaluate students through examinations, research papers, case reports, and applied forensic assessments.
Participate in program assessment and reviews.
Engage in research in one’s area of expertise.
Engage in service to the University, the profession, and to the community.
Contribute to scholarly engagement in forensic psychology.
Integrate current legal standards with psychological assessment practice.
Perform any other related duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Qualifications and Experience
Earned Doctoral Degree in Psychology (PsyD, PhD, or equivalent).
Demonstrated expertise in forensic Psychology or Psychology and legal interface practice.
Prior teaching experience at postgraduate or doctoral level.
Research, Publications, and supervision of postgraduate students will be an added advantage.
Requisite skills in the use of digital technology and online teaching.
If you have the requisite qualifications and experience, please apply indicating in the subject line: 'Adjunct Faculty - Forensic Psychology'.
Interested applicants must provide:
A cover letter.
A current CV.
Certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts.
Addresses of three referees, including telephone and e-mail contacts.
Submit your application by 5.00pm, Tuesday, March 17, 2026 to:
Director, Human Resource,United States International University - Africa,P. O. Box 14634-00800, Nairobi, KenyaEmail: jobs-shss@usiu.ac.ke
How to Apply
Interested applicants must provide a cover letter, current CV, certified copies of educational certificates/transcripts, and addresses of three referees by 5.00pm, Tuesday, March 17, 2026. Send applications via email to jobs-shss@usiu.ac.ke with the subject line 'Adjunct Faculty - Forensic Psychology'. Applications can also be mailed to: Director, Human Resource, United States International University - Africa, P. O. Box 14634-00800, Nairobi, Kenya.
