How to Apply

Please submit curriculum vitae, and statement of research and clinical interests to:
Gregory W. Dalack, M.D.
Chair, Associate Professor of Psychiatry
University of Michigan, Department of Psychiatry
1500 East Medical Center Drive
F6321 UH-South
Ann Arbor, MI  48109-5295

Summary

The University of Michigan Department of Psychiatry is seeking a talented full-time clinical track faculty member to participate in the clinical, administrative, and teaching aspects of psychosis treatment. In addition, this faculty member will be involved with multidisciplinary training of health professionals. The candidate will join a dynamic group of faculty, partnering with a leadership team that values clinical and educational excellence and innovation.  Additionally, they will provide teaching to fellows and residents at the University of Michigan. Opportunities for clinical research and quality improvement are available for interested faculty. 

It is anticipated this faculty member will be affiliated with Program for Risk Evaluation and Prevention (PREP) Early Psychosis Clinic and involved in collaborative research and development activities with them over time. The candidate should have experience in specialized therapy techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy for psychosis and experience working with a seriously-mentally ill population. Experience with coordinated specialty care programs for psychosis treatment is highly desirable. 

Educational Activities 

Outpatient supervisor and preceptor for psychology, and social work interns and fellows; psychiatric house staff; mid-level providers. Didactic lectures for multidisciplinary trainees including medical students, general psychiatry residents, post-doctoral clinical psychology fellows, psychology practicum students and fellows; social work interns and 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, 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 in basket 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 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.

Mission Statement

The University of Michigan Health System improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Required Qualifications*

A PhD in Clinical Psychology is required. Possession of a current license to practice in the State of Michigan is necessary. Completion of a postdoctoral fellowship in Psychology is required. 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 Staff. Comfort with providing psychiatric care to patients with significant physical health or developmental needs is necessary.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening, fingerprinting and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

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