Assistant Professor-Clinician Educator- Center for Autism Research-CHOP

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Assistant Professor in the non-tenure clinician educator track, focusing on autism research and neurodivergent children. This role involves teaching, providing psychotherapy, and conducting impactful research. The position values diversity and invites applications from all qualified individuals. Join a vibrant academic community committed to advancing knowledge and improving mental health outcomes for children and adolescents. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of neurodivergent youth while collaborating with a team of experts in the field.

Qualifications

• Expertise in computer vision applied to brain imaging and video data.
• PA Psychology License required.

Responsibilities

• Teach clinicians to diagnose mental health concerns in neurodivergent children.
• Provide psychotherapy for mood and anxiety issues.
• Conduct research on affective processes in neurodivergent children.

Skills

Computer Vision

Psychotherapy

Research Skills

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent degree

Job description

Assistant Professor-Clinician Educator- Center for Autism Research-CHOP

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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 are seeking candidates for several Assistant Professor positions in the non-tenure clinician educator track. Expertise is required in computer vision as applied to brain imaging data and video data capturing non-verbal communication (facial expressions, gestures, body movements). Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree and a PA Psychology License.

Responsibilities include:

1. Teaching clinicians in diagnosing co-occurring mental health concerns in neurodivergent children and adolescents, and training pediatric and psychiatry residents, psychology fellows, graduate students, interns, and postdocs. Clinical supervision for psychology trainees is also expected.
2. Providing psychotherapy for mood and anxiety concerns among neurodivergent children.
3. Conducting research or scholarship on affective processes among neurodivergent children and adolescents, either as an investigator or collaborator.

We value diversity and encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans to apply. The University of Pennsylvania and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia are Equal Employment Opportunities Employers, considering candidates without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.