Associate Professor of Psychiatry (with Tenure)
University of Pittsburgh, Department of Psychiatry
Pittsburgh, United States
Job Description
The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Pittsburgh is seeking a full-time Associate Professor with tenure to lead and advance innovative research in psychiatric illness and mental health. We seek an accomplished investigator with an established, externally funded research program and a strong record of scholarly achievement.
The successful candidate will:
• Lead an independent and nationally recognized research program focused on the neurobiological substrates of complex human cognitive functions and the mechanisms underlying cognitive dysfunction.
• Develop and direct innovative research initiatives that advance scientific knowledge and contribute to the Department's research mission.
• Secure and maintain extramural research funding as a principal investigator.
• Publish high-impact research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present scholarly work at national and international conferences.
• Provide scientific leadership within a highly collaborative and multidisciplinary research environment.
• Mentor graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, junior faculty, and other trainees in their professional development and research activities.
• Contribute to departmental, university, and professional service activities.
• Ensure all research activities are conducted in accordance with university, federal, and other applicable guidelines governing the responsible conduct of research.
The search committee will primarily be looking for:
• A sustained record of scholarly accomplishment and impactful peer-reviewed publications.
• A history of successful extramural funding as a principal investigator.
• Evidence of national or international recognition in the candidate's field of research.
• Demonstrated leadership in interdisciplinary and collaborative research initiatives.
• Excellence in mentoring trainees, junior faculty, and research staff.
• A commitment to advancing a collaborative and inclusive academic research environment.
Successful candidates will join a vibrant and highly interactive research community with a long history of excellence in basic and translational neuroscience research.
Qualifications
• PhD, MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree in Neuroscience, Psychology, Psychiatry, or a related field.
• Qualifications consistent with appointment at the rank of Associate Professor with tenure at the University of Pittsburgh.
• An established and externally funded research program relevant to psychiatry, neuroscience, or mental health research.
• A strong and sustained record of peer-reviewed publications and scholarly impact.
• Evidence of scientific leadership and national or international recognition in the field.
• Demonstrated excellence in mentoring and training students, postdoctoral fellows, junior investigators, and research staff.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and collaborative skills.
• Ability to contribute to the Department's research, educational, and service missions.
Areas of Research
• Psychology
• Psychiatry
• Neuroscience
How to Apply
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