About us:

The Department of Forensic and Neurodevelopmental Sciences (FANS),  in the School of Academic Psychiatry at the IoPPN,  is one of Europe’s largest research groups and one of the few teams in the world bringing together leading experts in brain development and pro- and anti-social behaviours. We believe it is essential to investigate the determinants of normal development in order to understand abnormal behaviour (or illness). We bring together expertise in basic animal models, the latest neuroimaging techniques and the social sciences. We study the epidemiology, psychopathology, neurobiology and psychopharmacology of neurodevelopmental and externalising disorders across the lifespan.

About the role:

This post for a Clinical Lecturer in Forensic Psychology is a part-time (20% FTE) position in the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, King’s College London (IoPPN-KCL), based within the Department of Forensic and Neurodevelopmental Sciences.

The post holder will co-lead and further develop the Department’s MSc in Clinical Forensic Psychology, contributing to all aspects of the Programme’s delivery (e.g. recruitment and admissions, teaching, placement coordination and oversight) with the support of the course co-lead (a clinical psychologist), Departmental Education Lead and Head of Department. The successful candidate will lead one of the core taught Modules in the course, Forensic Mental Health Practice in the Criminal Justice System. This is one of the country’s few BPS accredited courses in Clinical Forensic Psychology, now entering its 18th year. The programme includes a 60 day clinical placement for all students in a relevant clinical and/or forensic setting, which the postholder will be jointly responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing in partnership with their co-lead. The post holder will also contribute to the further development and delivery of the BSc Psychology Year 3 module in Applied Forensic Psychology. The post holder will be expected to deliver a consistently excellent standard of educational provision and student experience, incorporating best practice from the wider Higher Education sector, and maintaining a focus on diversity and inclusion as appropriate throughout. They will provide leadership and management of other academic staff contributing to the programme, in particular module leaders. They will act as a tutor and supervisor to post-graduate MSc students.

The successful candidate will also be encouraged to develop novel research of relevance to clinical forensic populations.  The department fosters a strong inter-disciplinary atmosphere.

This is a part time post (20% FTE), and you will be offered an indefinite contract. Please note that the salary listed on this advert is the 100% FTE - this will be pro ratad down.

About you:

To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:

Essential criteria

1. DForPsy or Chartered Forensic Psychologist
2. Must hold full chartered membership of the Division of Forensic Psychology within the British Psychological Society or be able to prove eligibility to hold full chartered membership.
3. Training in specialised area of psychological practice in working with adults in forensic services, with significant mental health or behavioural difficulties (with an evidenced portfolio of supervised practice-based learning in a specialist area of clinical practice).
4. Registered with HPC as a Practitioner Psychologist and evidence of continued professional development
5. Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialized psychological assessments and interventions for adults in forensic settings and advanced knowledge of psychological assessments and clinical psychometrics
6. Expert knowledge in relevant research areas including psychological research methodology and complex statistical analysis
7. Promise of building a research reputation as evidenced by peer reviewed publications
8. Evidence of postgraduate educational experience of teaching and supervision

Desirable criteria

1. Evidence of developing management and leadership skills
2. Active involvement in knowledge dissemination activities
3. Emergent track record of peer reviewed journal publications commensurate with level of career
4. Active links with forensic practitioners in forensic/criminal justice settings to underpin further expansion of course placement opportunities

Downloading a copy of our Job Description

Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the next page after you click “Apply Now”. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process.

Further information:

We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible.

To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages.

Interviews are due to be held in February 2025.

We are not able to offer sponsorship for candidates who do not currently possess the right to work in the UK.

Grade and Salary: £52,874 - £63,596 per annum pro rata, including London Weighting Allowance
Job ID: 106425
Close Date: 17-Feb-2025
Contact Person: Prof Nigel Blackwood
Contact Details: Nigel.blackwood@kcl.ac.uk