CCHS - Assistant Professor/Associate Professor Psychiatry - Renewable Contract -

Department/Organization208181 - PsychiatryRankAssistant/Associate ProfessorPosition SummaryThe Department of Psychiatry in the College of Community Health Sciences at the University of Alabama (UA) is excited to announce the availability of an assistant or associate professor faculty position for a fulltime, non-tenure earning, clinical track BC/BE Psychiatrist to meet its growing needs. Appointments to the faculty of The University of Alabama are based on the personnel requirements of the University's academic programs and on the goal of achieving and maintaining excellence in its teaching, research, and service/academic citizenship activities.Detailed Position InformationFaculty are responsible for teaching medical students and residents in clinical training, engaging in scholarly activity, providing direct patient care, and administrative tasks typical for a faculty appointment. In addition, our Family Medicine Residency Program and medical education programs are in continual growth and development. This growth generates multiple opportunities for moving into leadership roles depending on the experience and interest of the individual.Minimum QualificationsM.D. or D.O. and Board eligible/Board Certified in Psychiatric Medicine required. Candidates must meet Alabama medical licensure requirements and complete licensure within the state prior to start date.Preferred QualificationsA track record of scholarship, focusing on learning and teaching in a health professions or medical school environment would be desirable. Successful candidates will display a collaborative and entrepreneurial spirit, a desire to work in multidisciplinary and inter-professional teams and have excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English.Instructions and Required Materials for ApplicationCover letter and CV required.About the Division/College/SchoolThe College of Community Health Sciences (CCHS) was founded in 1972 by William Willard, MD, author of the "Willard Report" and considered the "Father of Family Medicine," with a mandate to train family physicians for Alabama, particularly its rural areas. The College also provides medical student education as the Tuscaloosa Regional Campus of the four-campus University of Alabama School of Medicine, based at UAB in Birmingham. The College's mission focuses on improving the health of individuals and communities in Alabama and the region through leadership in medical education and primary care; the provision of high-quality, accessible health care services; and scholarship.About the UniversityThe University of Alabama, part of The University of Alabama System, is the state's flagship university. UA shapes a better world through its teaching, research and service. With a global reputation for excellence, UA provides an inclusive, forward-thinking environment and nearly 200 degree programs on a beautiful, student-centered campus.About TuscaloosaTuscaloosa is so much more than a college town. It's a vibrant community that's filled with legendary history. Located along the Black Warrior River, the city features a walkable downtown that's complete with live music, locally owned shops, outdoor spaces to explore and local restaurants to meet every palate.Background Investigation and EEO StatementPrior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

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