Ambulatory Psychologist & Research Clinician

University of Kentucky; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement match

Paid vacation

14 paid holidays

Job summary

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry, is seeking a clinician and researcher to join its Research Division. The position involves providing behavioral health services across multiple UK HealthCare locations and developing a funded research program in areas like substance use, trauma, mood disorders, and suicide prevention.

Applicants should have a doctoral degree in a clinical field, active or eligible Kentucky licensure, and a demonstrated record in research

Qualifications

• The candidate must be committed to excellence in clinical care including psychotherapy and psychological testing.
• A track record in research with publishing in peer-reviewed journals and extramural funding is required.
• Current licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure/certification in Kentucky is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychotherapy and psychological testing for adults and/or children/adolescents.
• Engage in independent and collaborative research within the department’s core areas.
• Collaborate with physicians and clinicians in diagnosis and treatment of mental health conditions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Integrity

Communication

Education

Doctoral degree in a clinical field

Job description

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry, is seeking a clinician and researcher to join its Research Division. The position involves providing behavioral health services across multiple UK HealthCare locations and developing a funded research program in areas like substance use, trauma, mood disorders, and suicide prevention.

Applicants should have a doctoral degree in a clinical field, active or eligible Kentucky licensure, and a demonstrated record in research