University of Michigan

Clinical Research Psychiatrist - Director of Brain Stimulation Program

University of Michigan$180K — $220K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • M.D. or equivalent degree required
  • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology certification
  • Eligibility for Michigan medical and pharmacy licenses
  • Demonstrated clinical competence
  • Proven ability in clinical and didactic teaching
  • Specialized training in non-invasive brain stimulation preferred

Responsibilities

  • Lead the brain stimulation program focusing on bipolar and mood disorders
  • Conduct clinical research on non-invasive brain stimulation
  • Seek funding for brain stimulation research initiatives
  • Direct clinical, FDA-cleared brain stimulation treatments for depression
  • Collaborate with existing programs in the Prechter Bipolar program
  • Develop and implement innovative brain stimulation techniques

Benefits

  • Generous resources provided for program development
  • Opportunities for hybrid or remote work arrangements
  • Engagement in a collaborative and innovative research environment
Full Job Description
How to Apply

Please send curriculum vitae and letter of interest to:

Jen Sullivan

Department of Psychiatry Faculty Affairs Manager

[email protected]

Job Summary

The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan is seeking a full-time, instructional track psychiatrist to lead a brain stimulation program, focusing on bipolar and mood disorders.

The ideal candidate for this position will be leading a clinical research program with non-invasive brain stimulation. The program will be a component of the Prechter Bipolar program, which is a longstanding clinical research program in the Department of Psychiatry. It is expected that this program will be anchored by transcranial magnetic stimulation, but opportunities include transcranial focused ultrasound, transcranial electrical stimulation and invasive brain stimulation. In addition to seeking funding for and carrying out research on brain stimulation, it is expected that the candidate will also direct clinical, FDA-cleared brain stimulation for depression. The candidate will be expected to have already established a robust research footprint in non-invasive brain stimulation, and is ready to move to a leadership position in a unique environment. A generous package of resources will be provided.

Required Qualifications*

Applicants must hold an M.D. or equivalent degree, be certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and must hold or be eligible for Michigan medical and pharmacy licenses. Evidence of clinical competence and competence in clinical and didactic teaching is expected.

Desired Qualifications*

Specialized training and expertise in non-invasive brain stimulation

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Underfill Statement

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

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 any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

282808

Working Title

Clinical Research Psychiatrist - Director of Brain Stimulation Program

Job Title

ASSOC PROFESSOR

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Hybrid

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Medical School

Department

MM Psychiatry Department

Posting Begin/End Date

9/08/2026 - 10/08/2026

Career Interest

Instructional - Regular

About University of Michigan

The University of Michigan is a public research university in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It is the state's oldest university and the flagship campus of the University of Michigan system. The University of Michigan was founded in 1817 in Detroit, as the Catholepistemiad, or University of Michigania, 20 years before the territory became a state. The school moved to Ann Arbor in 1837 onto 40 acres (16 ha) of what is now known as Central Campus. Since its establishment in Ann Arbor, the university campus has expanded to include more than 584 major buildings with a combined area of more than 34 million gross square feet (781 acres or 3.16 km²), and has two satellite campuses located in Flint and Dearborn. The University of Michigan is a founding member of the Association of American Universities.
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