Assistant Professor in Psychiatry

1 month ago

Lexington, Kentucky, United States University of Kentucky Full time
Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title Assistant Professor in Psychiatry
Requisition Number FE04197
Working Title

Department Name 7H800:

PSYCHIATRY
Work Location Lexington, KY
Type of Position Faculty
Position Time Status Full-Time
Tenure Track Status Non-Tenure Track
Required Education
Master's degree and/or Ph.
D. in Psychology

Required Related Experience

Knowledge of psychological practices in a variety of clinical, teaching, and research environments, as well as a demonstrated ability in teaching students at all levels in an academic environment.

Previous experience providing psychological testing services through evidence-based psychological testing and also previous experience providing evidence-based psychotherapy services. Qualified candidates will have demonstrated experience collaborating with physicians in diagnosing and treating patients with mental health conditions. Experience in supervising other clinicians and serving in a leadership capacity is essential for this position.

Required License/Registration/Certification
Current licensure (Ph.
D. or LPP, ), or eligibility to obtain independent licensure and/or industry-standard board certification in the field of psychological testing, psychotherapy or related services to practice in the state of Kentucky.

Job Summary

The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine is seeking to fill an Assistant Professor faculty position to primarily provide psychological testing to patients in an ambulatory setting with the potential to also provide psychotherapy services.

The successful candidate must be committed to excellence in clinical care providing psychological testing services and psychotherapy to adults or children and adolescents.


The UK Department of Psychiatry is comprised of a diverse team of highly skilled clinicians and staff working together to create a Culture of Health.

A Culture of Health is based on the premise that "everyone has the opportunity to live a healthier life" and that as a community "we must work together to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to make healthy choices." Robert Wood Johnson Foundation The Department of Psychiatry is using this framework to harness the power of academic medicine to deliver cutting-edge clinical services with the expertise derived from robust community engagement to provide a platform for educating and training the future leaders of psychiatry.

Our work is only as good as the impact we make on the community we live in.

The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine strives to provide the highest level of patient care, innovative educational programs, active research in mental illness and advocacy throughout the state of Kentucky and beyond.

These pursuits have helped the department win the American College of Psychiatrists' Award for Creativity in Psychiatric Education not once, but twice.

The Department employs physicians, psychologists, therapists and other mental health professionals to provide a wide variety of behavioral health and substance use treatment services at multiple locations.

Our clinicians provide care at our UK Psychiatric & Behavioral Health Care Clinic at Fountain Court - Lexington, KY, Albert B.

Chandler Hospital - Lexington, KY, Good Samaritan Hospital - Lexington, KY, Eastern State Hospital - Lexington, KY as well as various other clinics and departments throughout the UK HealthCare system and outside organizations throughout Kentucky.

Our team of researchers are working to advance the understanding of behavioral health and how behavioral health conditions are managed and treated.

Our department has five ACGME-certified residency training programs which focus on training more than 50 physicians each year to become the future leaders in psychiatry.


The Department of Psychiatry's ambulatory clinic is located near the Hamburg area of Lexington at 245 Fountain Ct., Lexington, KY, This off-campus location provides free onsite parking for employees and patients as well as a primary care/urgent care clinic and retail pharmacy that is accessible for both patients and employees.


Forbes magazine announced in February 2023 that it ranked the University of Kentucky sixth out of 500 total companies on its America's Best Large Employers list.

UK is listed second nationally in the education category.

The University of Kentucky provides a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and insurance benefits, a competitive 2:1 retirement match up to 5% of an employee's base salary, discounts to local, regional and national businesses, paid vacation and temporary disability leave (sick time) and 14 paid holidays each year.

For additional information on University of Kentucky's benefits, please visit


If you are interested in joining our team of behavioral health clinicians focused on transforming the behavioral health system of care in the Lexington area and throughout Kentucky, please consider applying for this position.

To apply, please submit a CV and cover letter along with application. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Demonstrated ability to relate and communicate with internal and external faculty, staff, and other clients of the department.

Demonstrated experience providing psychological testing and psychotherapy services to adults, children and adolescents in an outpatient setting using evidence-based treatments.


Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Master's degree plus 5 years of experience required and terminal degree preferred such as Ph.
D. is Psychology

Evidence of high level of clinical and training/teaching competence in psychological testing and psychotherapy.

Previous experience in providing psychiatric services such as psychological testing and/or psychotherapy, and serving as a clinician educator is preferred.

Demonstrated ability in teaching students at all levels in an academic environment at the graduate or post graduate level.

Deadline to Apply
Open Until Filled Yes
University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance.

We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome.

We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live.

In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.


As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.


Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources.

These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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