University of Missouri-Columbia
Assistant/Associate/Full Professor (T/TT) - Clinical Addiction Psychiatrist Rese
University of Missouri-Columbia, Columbia, Missouri, United States,
Purpose:The University of Missouri - Columbia is expanding and adding to its research faculty. The Department of Psychiatry has an opening for a Clinical Addiction Psychiatrist Researcher.
MU is one of the few institutions in the country with colleges of medicine, veterinary medicine, agriculture, engineering, nursing, and health professions on one campus. At MU's comprehensive academic medical center, scientists join clinicians in producing lifesaving discoveries and delivering them to patients through a far-reaching network of hospitals, clinics, and telehealth sites. MU has more than 280 degree programs, 34,255 students, and 250,000 alumni. The School of Medicine's more than 650 faculty physicians and scientists educate more than 1,000 medical students, residents, fellows, and other students seeking advanced degrees.
The primary purpose of this position is to identify an Addiction Psychiatrist/Physician Scientist with expertise in Psychopharmacology or Non-invasive neural stimulation and a program of research intent on developing research grounded in conducting Phase IIB or Phase III randomized clinical trials. The overarching goals of this team science approach are to understand the neuropathophysiology mediating drug abuse and contribute to a treatment development pipeline. Primary objectives include supporting ongoing clinical trial programs and developing new programs to maintain a rich early discovery pipeline.
Essential Job Responsibilities:50% Clinical, 50% Funded Research
Creates new research programs related to treatments in psychopharmacology or non-invasive neural stimulation in conducting Phase IIB or Phase III randomized clinical trials.Develops and executes objectives through independent research, team projects, or managing outsourced research activities to maximize efficiency.Independently designs and executes studies, interprets data, and makes recommendations on next steps.Prepares and communicates presentations of scientific strategy related to programs, data, and interpretation to audiences at different levels of knowledge and expertise.Maintains expert knowledge of state-of-the-art principles/theories related to neuroscience.Performs other duties as assigned or special projects as needed.
Join MU and enjoy the support of the chair and the institution as you grow your research program. Faculty rank and position will be commensurate with credentials and experience.
MU is located in picturesque Columbia, Missouri, a lovely small university town in mid-Missouri near the Missouri river valley where the Ozark Mountains meet the plains. Enjoy fine dining, cultural activities, Division 1 sports teams, educational opportunities, relatively low cost of living, pleasant climate, and varied outdoor recreational activities. The region is home to numerous parks and boasts an extensive trail network. Convenient to both St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia provides the best of small-town living.
QualificationsRequired Qualifications:A MD in neuroscience or a related discipline.
Candidates will be Evaluated on:
0-3+ years of relevant post-graduate experience, K or R awarded researcher.Publication record demonstrating expertise in addiction neuroscience.Hands-on experience with successful initiation and completion of projects related to cellular, molecular, or systems neuroscience. Clear examples of individual achievement and team achievement.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Experience in molecular, cellular, circuit-based, epigenetics, or gene therapy approach.Benefit EligibilityThis position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at
University Benefits .Values CommitmentWe value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research, and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn, and innovate.In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.Equal Employment OpportunityEqual Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
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MU is one of the few institutions in the country with colleges of medicine, veterinary medicine, agriculture, engineering, nursing, and health professions on one campus. At MU's comprehensive academic medical center, scientists join clinicians in producing lifesaving discoveries and delivering them to patients through a far-reaching network of hospitals, clinics, and telehealth sites. MU has more than 280 degree programs, 34,255 students, and 250,000 alumni. The School of Medicine's more than 650 faculty physicians and scientists educate more than 1,000 medical students, residents, fellows, and other students seeking advanced degrees.
The primary purpose of this position is to identify an Addiction Psychiatrist/Physician Scientist with expertise in Psychopharmacology or Non-invasive neural stimulation and a program of research intent on developing research grounded in conducting Phase IIB or Phase III randomized clinical trials. The overarching goals of this team science approach are to understand the neuropathophysiology mediating drug abuse and contribute to a treatment development pipeline. Primary objectives include supporting ongoing clinical trial programs and developing new programs to maintain a rich early discovery pipeline.
Essential Job Responsibilities:50% Clinical, 50% Funded Research
Creates new research programs related to treatments in psychopharmacology or non-invasive neural stimulation in conducting Phase IIB or Phase III randomized clinical trials.Develops and executes objectives through independent research, team projects, or managing outsourced research activities to maximize efficiency.Independently designs and executes studies, interprets data, and makes recommendations on next steps.Prepares and communicates presentations of scientific strategy related to programs, data, and interpretation to audiences at different levels of knowledge and expertise.Maintains expert knowledge of state-of-the-art principles/theories related to neuroscience.Performs other duties as assigned or special projects as needed.
Join MU and enjoy the support of the chair and the institution as you grow your research program. Faculty rank and position will be commensurate with credentials and experience.
MU is located in picturesque Columbia, Missouri, a lovely small university town in mid-Missouri near the Missouri river valley where the Ozark Mountains meet the plains. Enjoy fine dining, cultural activities, Division 1 sports teams, educational opportunities, relatively low cost of living, pleasant climate, and varied outdoor recreational activities. The region is home to numerous parks and boasts an extensive trail network. Convenient to both St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia provides the best of small-town living.
QualificationsRequired Qualifications:A MD in neuroscience or a related discipline.
Candidates will be Evaluated on:
0-3+ years of relevant post-graduate experience, K or R awarded researcher.Publication record demonstrating expertise in addiction neuroscience.Hands-on experience with successful initiation and completion of projects related to cellular, molecular, or systems neuroscience. Clear examples of individual achievement and team achievement.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Experience in molecular, cellular, circuit-based, epigenetics, or gene therapy approach.Benefit EligibilityThis position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at
University Benefits .Values CommitmentWe value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research, and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn, and innovate.In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.Equal Employment OpportunityEqual Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
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