Open Rank

University of North Carolina

  • North Carolina
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 30 days ago
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC) Child and Adolescent Anxiety and Mood Disorders Program (CHAAMP) and Center of Excellence in Community Mental Health (CECMH) are seeking candidates for an open-rank, tenure-track position in the Department of Psychiatry. The focus of this role will be mobile and digital health approaches to the assessment and treatment of serious mental health problems, with a particular focus on schizophrenia-spectrum disorders. The candidate will dedicate most of their time to research, specifically pursuing an active program of externally funded research (R-level grants or equivalent) and achieving publication in appropriate scholarly venues.The successful candidate will be expected to collaborate with existing clinical and research programs across CHAAMP and CECMH on digital health interventions and will also lead the development of new research initiatives in digital mental health more broadly with other relevant research programs in the Department of Psychiatry. The candidate will offer a rich training environment for PhD students, postdoctoral fellows, along with training/supervision of behavioral health trainees (including clinical psychology interns and psychiatry residents). This role may also include lectures to medical students and trainees in psychology, psychiatry, pediatrics, and other specialties. Clinical responsibilities may include assessment and treatment services to individuals in inpatient and outpatient settings.
Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsApplicants must have a Ph.D. and/or M.D. (or equivalent) in a relevant field and must be licensed to practice in NC or be license eligible.Experience in research of early psychosis and mobile and digital health approaches to the assessment and treatment of mental health problems is required. Evidence of and potential for attracting external funding at R-level or the equivalent is essential. Candidates must have a programmatic line of research as evidenced via scholarship and research productivity referenced on their CV. Prior history of teaching, supervising, or mentoring advanced trainees is required.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and ExperiencePreference will be given to applicants who have shown potential for leadership in the field and excellent science communication skills.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority ResponsibilitiesNot Applicable.
Special Instructions
Quick LinkDepartment Contact InformationDepartment Contact Name and Title Ammie Senn, HR Consultant
Department Contact Telephone or Email ammie_senn@med.unc.edu
Academic Personnel Office Contact InformationIf you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University's Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email toPlease note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.
Equal Opportunity Employer StatementThe University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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