Director of Pediatric Psychology and Behavioral Health Research

7 months ago

Akron, United States Akron Children's Hospital Full time

                        Director of Psychology and Behavioral Health Research


We are offering a dual position for a candidate that will serve both  as the Division Director of Psychology and the Director of Behavioral Health Research at Akron Children's.  An academic appointment is available

at the Northeast Ohio Medical University.

The Division Director of Psychology is responsible for the clinical/administrative oversight and leadership for the Division of Psychology, ensuring high quality, evidence based, clinical, research and teaching services are provided. A Division is defined as a primary clinical unit of function in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health. In collaboration with the Divisions practice/business leadership develops and fosters a culture that motivates and makes accountable all staff within the Division to pursue continuous improvement in clinical and administrative workflows that result in an exceptional patient/family experience. This position also contributes to business plan development that aligns with the overall vision and growth strategies of the Department and facilitates collaboration with other Divisions and Departments as appropriate to achieve strategic goals/objectives. The applicant serves as a division administrator over clinical and educational programs supported by the Lois and John Orr Family Behavioral Health Center, and Akron Children's Hospital (ACH). The position reports directly to the Chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health.

The Director of Behavioral Health Research is responsible for advancing our understanding of the complex child and adolescent emotional, cognitive, behavioral, and developmental conditions and contribute to the development of innovative diagnostic tools and treatment strategies. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary team of scientists, clinicians, and industry partners, with the goal of improving patient outcomes and transforming the field of child and adolescent mental/behavioral, developmental, and substance use conditions. This position is equivalent in rank to an Associate or Full Professor, depending on experience. The position serves as a researcher, educator, and administrator within research, clinical and educational programs supported by the Rebecca D. Considine Research Institute (RDCRI), The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, and Akron Children's Hospital (ACH). The position has a dual reporting structure and will report to the Director of Scientific Affairs and Clinical Trials and the Chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health. 

Requirements: 

  • PhD or PsyD , ABPP certification required.
  • Demonstrated experience contributing and overseeing evidence-based programs and clinical staff
    with a minimum 5 years preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in grant writing and conducting research, preferred.

This position is a 501(c)(3) site which qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the Federal government.

This full-time opportunity offers: 

  • Attractive guaranteed base salary
  • Starting Bonus
  • Quality and Productivity Bonuses
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Occurrence based malpractice
  • Relocation assistance 
  • Generous vacation and CME time/money
  • Student loan repayment strategies

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