Instructor in Community Psychiatry

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution seeks an Instructor for the Department of Psychiatry to provide psychiatric care, engage in teaching, and participate in administrative projects. Candidates must possess an M.D. and an active Pennsylvania medical license. This role offers opportunities for subspecialty training and development in community psychiatry, quality improvement, and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Active PA medical license required.
• ABPN eligibility or certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Providing psychiatric care in a community setting.
• Participating in seminar series and supervision.
• Completing policy, quality, and/or administrative projects.
• Engaging and consulting with local administrative and policy partners.
• Teaching at all levels of medical education.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

M.D. or equivalent degree

Job description

Overview

The Department of Psychiatry at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Instructor position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years).

Qualifications

• Applicants must have an M.D. or equivalent degree.


• Active PA medical license and ABPN eligibility or certification are required.

Responsibilities

• Providing psychiatric care in a community setting.


• Participating in seminar series and supervision.


• Completing policy, quality, and/or administrative projects.


• Engaging and consulting with local administrative and policy partners.


• Teaching at all levels of medical education.


• Other duties as assigned.

Opportunities

The successful applicant will have an opportunity to gain subspecialty experience in community psychiatry; develop leadership, quality improvement, and teaching skills; gain policy and administrative experience through close relationships with city and community partners; engage in scholarly pursuits and attend conferences; and benefit from mentorship and networking opportunities.

Equal Opportunity

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.