Postdoctoral Fellowship in Forensic Psychology
The Department of Mental Health Law and
Policy, Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health
Institute (FMHI),
Applicants must hold a terminal degree
(e.g., PhD, JD, DPH) when they begin the
fellowship and have a demonstrated record of
research experience or interest in forensic
psychology, mental health services and policy
research, or substance abuse/co-occurring
disorders. Commitment to a career in research,
teaching, and/or program evaluation is extremely
important. Fellowships are scheduled to
begin in the Fall of 2009, but the start date is
negotiable. The salary ranges from $35,000
to $42,000 per year and a benefit package is
provided.
Faculty in the Department of Mental
Health Law and Policy conduct research and
provide consultation and training to promote the
quality of behavioral health services in Florida
and the nation. The Louis de la Parte Institute
is housed in the College of Behavioral and
Community Sciences at the University of South
Florida, a Research I University, (http://www.usf.edu/)
and the ninth largest university in the United
States. The University’s diverse population
reflects the ethnic and cultural heritage of the
Tampa Bay region. A teaching, research, service
and training institution, FMHI, through its
collaboration with community providers and
academic programs and departments at USF, serves
as a bridge between the University and the
public health systems. For more information
about the Louis de la Parte Florida Mental
Health Institute and the Department of Mental
Health Law and Policy, visit:
http://fmhi.usf.edu. Additional questions
about the position should be directed to Dr.
Paul Stiles (stiles@fmhi.usf.edu).
Review of applications will begin
immediately and applications received by
March 16, 2009 will be guaranteed
consideration. The search will remain open
until the position is filled. Applicants should
submit a CV, one letter of recommendation, up to
three representative publications or
manuscripts, and a cover letter detailing
research interests and experience, and career
goals to:
Paul G. Stiles, J.D., Ph.D.
Department of Mental Health Law and Policy
Florida Mental Health Institute, MHC 2638
13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33612.
