Faculty Careers in the Department of Psychiatry

The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan is seeking a psychiatrist applicant with an interest in administration for a clinical track appointment at the Clinical Instructor, Assistant, Associate, or Professor rank (on the clinical track). 

The ideal candidate for this position will focus on provision of high-quality clinical care and education at a well-developed, highly multidisciplinary Psychiatry Department. This includes general psychiatric care for adults with a variety of mental health needs, based on skills and interests. The candidate will also have experience & interest in managing the adult ambulatory care clinical workforce, with a title of Associate Medical Director of Ambulatory Psychiatry.  In this role, the candidate will facilitate the smooth operation of clinical services including:

• Liaison with faculty physicians, psychologists, advance practice providers (nurse practitioners and physician assistants), social workers, and pharmacy staff.
• Share in the teaching responsibilities of medical learners across the healthcare spectrum, typically medical students, house officers and clinical fellows.
• Oversee and coordinate care between treatment programs in adult ambulatory psychiatry
• Providing and coordinating staffing of government payer patients seen by house officers.
• Helping to develop and implement innovative models of care to improve access to psychiatric care
• Participate in clinic operations meetings

In addition to patient care and administration, our faculty have the opportunity to:

• Participate in or lead quality improvement and research efforts
• Provide mentorship, didactic teaching, and engage in patient care activities with learners in related disciplines including social work, psychology, and pharmacy.

Academic interests are encouraged. For those interested in research, the Department of Psychiatry and affiliated institutes at the University of Michigan provide state-of-the-art research facilities.

The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan is seeking a full-time clinical-track faculty member to work in Ambulatory Psychiatry and focus on the treatment of adult patients with substance use disorders, including those with co-occurring psychiatric disorders. Addiction Treatment Services provides ambulatory detoxification, buprenorphine maintenance, day intensive outpatient program, and a variety of targeted therapy groups such as for health professionals. The U-M Department of Psychiatry involves more than 150 faculty, robust research programs, busy general and subspecialized clinical programs, and clinical and research training opportunities. 

The ideal candidate for this position will focus on provision of high-quality clinical care and education at a well-developed, highly multidisciplinary psychiatry department. Addiction Treatment Services is integrated with active, federally-funded research programs, and there are numerous opportunities to join ongoing research projects. The candidate will also share in teaching responsibilities of medical learners including medical students, house officers, and clinical fellows.

In addition to direct patient care and teaching, our faculty are encouraged to pursue academic interests, such as:

• Participate in or lead research and quality improvement efforts.
• Provide mentorship, didactic teaching, and engage in patient care activities with learners in related disciplines including social work, psychology, and pharmacy.

Applicants must hold an M.D./D.O. or equivalent degree, be certified or eligible and working towards certification by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, with added qualifications or eligibility in addiction psychiatry or addiction medicine. Applicants must hold or be eligible for Michigan medical and pharmacy licenses. Evidence of clinical competence and competence in clinical and didactic teaching is expected.

The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan is seeking a full-time clinical-track faculty member to work in Ambulatory Psychiatry to focus on the treatment of mood disorders in adults, particularly towards building a strong program in treatment resistant depression. 

The ideal candidate for this position will focus on provision of high-quality clinical care and education at a well-developed, highly multidisciplinary Depression Team. This includes general psychiatric care for adults with mood disorders and can include other diagnostic domains, e.g., anxiety disorders, based on skill and interest. The candidate will also have experience & interest in applying neuromodulation modalities, including electroconvulsive therapy, transcranial magnetic stimulation and/or ketamine.  The candidate will share in teaching responsibilities of medical learners including medical students, house officers, and clinical fellows.

In addition to direct patient care, our faculty have the opportunity to:

• Participate in or lead quality improvement and research efforts
• Provide mentorship, didactic teaching, and engage in patient care activities with learners in related disciplines including social work, psychology, and pharmacy.

Academic interests are encouraged. For those interested in research, the Department of Psychiatry and affiliated institutes at the University of Michigan provide state-of-the-art research facilities.

The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan is seeking a full-time clinical-track faculty member to work in Ambulatory Psychiatry and focus on the treatment of serious mental illness in adults, specifically bipolar and psychotic disorders. The U-M Department of Psychiatry involves more than 150 faculty, robust research programs, busy general and subspecialized clinical programs, and clinical and research training opportunities. 

The ideal candidate for this position will focus on provision of high-quality clinical care and education at a well-developed, highly multidisciplinary psychiatry department. This focus of care will be in two programs providing care for patients with bipolar and psychotic disorders. The PREP Early psychosis program provides multidisciplinary Coordinated Specialty Care to young teens and adults in the first years of psychosis. The Heinz C. Prechter  Bipolar Research Program provides evaluation and treatment for persons with bipolar disorder. The candidate may also have the opportunity to join a new Metabolic Psychiatry Program. Both programs are integrated with active, federally-funded research programs, and there are numerous opportunities to join ongoing research projects. The candidate will also share in teaching responsibilities of medical learners including medical students, house officers, and clinical fellows.

In addition to direct patient care and teaching, our faculty are encouraged to pursue academic interests, such as:

• Participate in or lead research and quality improvement efforts.
• Provide mentorship, didactic teaching, and engage in patient care activities with learners in related disciplines including social work, psychology, and pharmacy.

The University of Michigan Section of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry is seeking a talented clinical psychiatrist for a full-time clinical track faculty position. The faculty member will participate in the clinical, administrative, and teaching aspects of the Child Psychiatry Program with specific focus on ambulatory and partial hospitalization eating disorders care, as part of our Comprehensive Eating Disorders Program (CEDP). In addition, there is opportunity to have a portion of time split across Child and Adolescent Ambulatory Psychiatry, a new Child Partial Hospitalization Program supporting youth with mood and anxiety disorders, or Inpatient Child Psychiatry.

In addition to direct patient care, our faculty can:

• Participate in or lead quality improvement and research efforts
• Provide mentorship, didactic teaching, and engage in patient care activities with learners in related disciplines including social work, psychology, and pharmacy.

Academic interests are encouraged. For those interested in research, the Department of Psychiatry and affiliated institutes at the University of Michigan provide state-of-the-art research facilities.

Educational Activities

Outpatient supervisor and preceptor for child psychiatry, psychology, and social work interns and fellows; psychiatric and pediatric house staff; mid-level providers;  and medical students. Didactic lectures for multidisciplinary trainees including pediatricians, medical students, general psychiatry/pediatric residents, psychology practicum students and fellows; social work interns and fellows; child psychiatry fellows; and offering clinical skills verification as indicated.

Administration

The successful candidate will be expected to attend Faculty Meetings within the Department of Psychiatry, and other administrative meetings deemed necessary by their reporting supervisor. In addition to timely attention to pertinent administrative work (e.g., electronic medical record and inbasket monitoring, phone calls, letters, records, e-mails, etc.), the new faculty member will participate in relevant quality improvement initiatives and activities.

Michigan Medicine seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and to maintain the excellence of the University. We welcome applications from anyone who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching, and clinical mission, including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. The University of Michigan as a whole, is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons and will not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status.

Required Qualifications

Applicants must hold an M.D. or equivalent degree, be board certified or board eligible in Psychiatry and Neurology and must hold or be eligible for a Michigan medical license. Evidence of clinical competence and competence in clinical and didactic teaching is expected.  Applicants must have demonstrated promise for an academic career that emphasizes clinical care, teaching, and administration. Superior clinical competencies and master teacher skills are necessary and be an active member in good standing of the University of Michigan Medical Staff. Comfort with providing mental health care to patients with significant physical health or developmental needs is necessary.

Underfill Statement

This position is posted as Clinical Instructor/Clinical Assistant/Clinical Associate/Clinical Professor. The rank of the selected candidate will depend upon candidate's qualifications.

The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan is seeking a full-time clinical-track faculty member to work in Ambulatory Psychiatry to focus on the treatment of psychiatric conditions in child and adolescent patients. The U-M Department of Psychiatry involves more than 150 faculty, robust research programs, busy general and subspecialized clinical programs, and clinical and research training opportunities. 

The ideal candidate for this position will focus on provision of high-quality clinical care and education at a well-developed, highly multidisciplinary Outpatient Psychiatry setting. This includes general psychiatric care for children and adolescents with mood disorders and can include other diagnostic domains, anxiety disorders, etc., based on skill and interest. The candidate will share in teaching responsibilities of medical learners including medical students, house officers, clinical fellows, etc.

In addition to direct patient care, our faculty have the opportunity to:

• Participate in or lead quality improvement and research efforts
• Provide mentorship, didactic teaching, and engage in patient care activities with learners in related disciplines including social work, psychology, and pharmacy.

Academic interests are encouraged. For those interested in research, the Department of Psychiatry and affiliated institutes at the University of Michigan provide state-of-the-art research facilities.

Educational Activities

Outpatient supervisor and preceptor for child psychiatry, psychology, and social work interns and fellows; psychiatric house staff; mid-level providers; pediatric house staff and/or practicum and medical students. Didactic lectures for multidisciplinary trainees including pediatricians, medical students, general psychiatry/pediatric residents, psychology practicum students and fellows; social work interns and fellows; child psychiatry fellows; and offering clinical skills verification as indicated. There will be opportunities to teach in core curriculum, mentorships in psychotherapy, medical student teaching, and journal club. The successful candidate will be involved in trainee recruitment and interviewing.

Administration

The successful candidate will be expected to attend Faculty Meetings within the Department of Psychiatry; at minimum this will include regular meetings of the early childhood team, Academic Staff, All-Staff, Physicians Meetings or Child Psychology Faculty Meetings, and other administrative meetings deemed necessary by their reporting supervisor. In addition to timely attention to pertinent administrative work (e.g., electronic medical record and inbasket monitoring, phone calls, letters, records, e-mails, etc.), the new faculty member will participate in all relevant quality improvement initiatives and activities.

Michigan Medicine seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and to maintain the excellence of the University. We welcome applications from anyone who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching, and clinical mission, including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. The University of Michigan as a whole, is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons and will not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status. 

Required Qualifications

Applicants must hold an M.D. or equivalent degree, be board certified or board eligible in Psychiatry and Neurology and must hold or be eligible for a Michigan medical license. Evidence of clinical competence and competence in clinical and didactic teaching is expected.  Applicants must have demonstrated promise for an academic career that emphasizes clinical care, teaching, and administration. Superior clinical competencies and master teacher skills are necessary and be an active member in good standing of the University of Michigan Medical Staff. Comfort with providing mental health care to patients with significant physical health or developmental needs is necessary.

Underfill Statement

This position is posted as Clinical Instructor/Clinical Assistant Prof/Clinical Associate Prof/Clinical Professor. The rank of the selected candidate will depend on qualifications. 

The University of Michigan Section of Neuropsychology is seeking a talented full-time clinical track faculty member to participate in the clinical, research, and teaching missions of the Neuropsychology Program.

The applicant for this position should have a solid background following APA accredited postdoctoral training in child neuropsychological assessment and a strong interest and demonstrated track record in teaching and research. The position includes teaching and supervision responsibilities in the Department of Psychiatry’s APA approved Postdoctoral training program. Candidates will be expected to carry a clinical load and also participate actively in clinical evaluations and training with postdoctoral fellows. It is anticipated this faculty member will be involved in collaborative research and development activities with Neuropsychology, and other relevant programs over time. A focus on supporting and enhancing research in the functional outcomes of pediatric epilepsy is desired, but interest in other research areas is welcome.

The candidate will join a dynamic group of faculty, partnering with a leadership team that values clinical, research and educational excellence and innovation. This position will report through the Associate Medical Director in the Neuropsychology Clinic and work closely with a dynamic team of faculty and staff across the Neuropsychology Program.

Required Qualifications

Applicants for the position will have obtained a Psy.D. /Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Neuropsychology and will have completed a minimum of two years of post-doctoral training in Neuropsychology that complies with the training guidelines of Division 40 of the American Psychological Association (APA) and the Association of Postdoctoral Programs in Clinical Neuropsychology (APPCN). Eligibility for Clinical Neuropsychology board certification is required. Experience and expertise in the clinical neuropsychological assessment of children and adolescents with neurological, medical and psychiatric disorders is required. Applicants must have demonstrated promise for an academic career that emphasizes clinical care, teaching, and research. Superior clinical competencies and master teacher skills are necessary and be an active member in good standing of the University of Michigan Medical Staff. 

Underfill Statement

This position is posted as Clinical Instructor/Clinical Assistant Prof/Clinical Associate Prof/Clinical Professor. The rank of the selected candidate will depend on qualifications.