Submitted by

Sajal Maqsood

Reg. No.

SP21-BPY-046

Submitted to

Ayesha Majeed

COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus

 What are the research and practice careers in forensic psychology

Forensic psychology offers various career opportunities in both research and practice. Here
are five careers in each category:

Research Careers in Forensic Psychology:

Research Careers

Academic Governemnt Nonprofit Experimental Meta

Researcher Researcher Researcher psychologist
Analyst

 Academic Researcher: Conducting research in universities or research institutions, focusing on

various aspects of forensic psychology such as criminal behavior, eyewitness testimony, offender
rehabilitation, etc.
 Government Researcher: Working for government agencies or research organizations to study
crime trends, develop policies, and evaluate programs related to forensic psychology.
 Nonprofit Researcher: Conducting research for nonprofit organizations focused on criminal
justice reform, victim advocacy, or mental health issues within the legal system.
 Experimental Psychologist: Designing and conducting experiments to explore psychological
phenomena relevant to forensic settings, such as studying factors influencing eyewitness accuracy
or the effectiveness of interrogation techniques.
 Meta-Analyst: Conducting systematic reviews and meta-analyses of existing research in forensic
psychology to synthesize findings, identify trends, and inform evidence-based practices within the
field.
 Practice Careers in Forensic Psychology:

Practice Careers

Forensic Correctional Police Victim Consultant

Evaluator Psychologist Psychologist Advocate

 Forensic Evaluator: Conducting psychological assessments of individuals involved in the legal

system, such as defendants, victims, or witnesses, to inform legal decision-making regarding
competency, criminal responsibility, and risk assessment.
 Correctional Psychologist: Providing mental health services within correctional facilities,
including assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation programs for inmates to address issues such as
substance abuse, anger management, and antisocial behavior.
 Police Psychologist: Assisting law enforcement agencies with psychological evaluations, crisis
intervention, and training programs to support officer well-being, enhance communication skills,
and promote effective policing strategies.
 Consultant: Providing expertise to legal professionals, such as attorneys and judges, on matters
related to psychology and the law, including jury selection, trial strategy, and expert testimony.
 Victim Advocate: Supporting and advocating for victims of crime within the legal system,
providing crisis intervention, counseling, and assistance navigating legal proceedings to ensure
their rights and well-being are upheld.
These careers represent some of the diverse opportunities available in forensic psychology, each
requiring specialized training, skills, and knowledge to effectively contribute to the field.