Assistant Professor- Academic Clinician, Pediatric Behavioral Health (CHOP)

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Professor in Pediatric Behavioral Health to join their dynamic team. This role involves supervising trainees, delivering lectures, and developing innovative curricula. Candidates should possess a strong background in Pediatric Psychology and expertise in evidence-based care delivery. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with children and families, providing essential assessment and treatment services in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Join a forward-thinking institution that values diversity and is committed to quality improvement in behavioral health care.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Psychology required.
• PA License in Psychology is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Supervising behavioral health trainees including externs and interns.
• Delivering lectures to psychology, psychiatry, and pediatrics trainees.
• Developing curricula for training programs.

Skills

Pediatric Psychology

Evidence-based care delivery

Program development

Quality improvement

Integrated behavioral health care

Education

Ph.D. in Psychology

Job description

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Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Department of Psychiatry at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seek candidates for several Assistant Professor positions in the non-tenure academic clinician track. Expertise is required in Pediatric Psychology. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree and a PA License in Psychology.

Responsibilities include:

1. Supervising behavioral health trainees (including psychology externs and interns).
2. Delivering lectures to trainees in psychology, psychiatry, and pediatrics.
3. Developing curricula.

Clinical duties may involve assessment and treatment services for children and families with acute and chronic illnesses in inpatient and outpatient settings, supporting youth and families in adjusting to medical conditions and managing psychosocial concerns.

We seek candidates with expertise in evidence-based care delivery, program development, quality improvement, and integrated behavioral health care for children with illnesses and their families. Specific programs include Pediatric Health and Behavior, Neurology Behavioral Health, and the Behavioral Health Integrated Program.

We encourage candidates who embrace diversity. The University of Pennsylvania and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia are EOEs. Minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania considers candidates without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any protected class under applicable law.