RESEARCH PSYCHOLOGIST F72790- DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHIATRY

2 weeks ago


Ampthill VA USA, United States State of Virginia Full time
Mission or Goal of Unit:

The mission of the Department of Psychiatry is to improve the mental health of individuals and families through clinical care, research, education and public awareness.

Chief Purpose of the Position:

The Department of Psychiatry is seeking a research focused candidate as Faculty, in its Ambulatory Division. The Psychologist will be expected to primarily conduct research and research related activities that focus on alcohol and substance use disorders in adolescents and young adults. The Psychologist will also be responsible for teaching/supervising students/trainees within multiple programs leadership in the implementation and evaluation of evidence-based treatments, and other scholarly activities. It is anticipated that the future incumbent will also eventually develop/provide clinical care for the adolescent and young adult population.

Required Qualifications:

* PhD or equivalent with training in clinical psychology
* Research interest and experience focused on alcohol and substance use disorders in adolescents and young adults
* A clear research agenda and a potential for external funding, and potential for scholarship or creative expression to complement and expand existing expertise in the department and School of Medicine
* A track record of accepted peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and/or conference presentations at scientific meetings
* Ability to work as member of an interdisciplinary team
* Demonstrated track record in collaborating with colleagues with expertise in a range of disciplines
* Experience working directly with regulatory bodies such as the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and National Institutes of Health (NIH)
* Ability to present and describe research focus/interest and develop multi-year research target and plan.
* Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU

Preferred Qualifications:

* History of federally funded research, grant submissions, and/or other scholarly work (publications/presentations)
* Experience as a clinical supervisor and/or teacher/mentor
* Advanced statistical modeling skills
* Expertise in incorporation of biomarkers (e.g., genetics, neurocognitive features) into scientific methods
* Experience and expertise in administering standardized, structured clinical assessments of alcohol use/problems, suicidality, or other forms of psychopathology (e.g., DSM-5 criteria [SCID], AUDIT, and the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale); and of neurocognitive functioning (e.g., memory, attention/concentration, executive functions)
* Virginia licensed or eligible, as a clinical psychologist
* Some experience in providing evidence-based clinical services and treating adolescents and young adults with alcohol and substance abuse disorders

Application Process:

To apply, please include a diversity statement, letter of interest and CV

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply

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