Open Rank with Consecutive Term or Tenure Eligible appointment based on experience

University of Oklahoma; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center invites applications for an open-rank research faculty position in the Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences division. The candidate will develop and sustain an independent, externally funded program, collaborate across clinical and basic science teams, and mentor trainees while contributing to the department and university mission.

The position emphasizes a strong research portfolio, interdisciplinary collaboration, and academic service, with

Qualifications

• PhD or PsyD doctoral degree.
• Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publications.
• Evidence of research productivity and potential for external funding.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary academic medical environment.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain an independent, productive research program aligned with departmental priorities.
• Secure and manage extramural funding from federal, foundation, industry, or other sources.
• Publish high-quality, peer-reviewed research and present findings at conferences.
• Collaborate with clinical and translational researchers to advance behavioral and/or psychological science.
• Mentor graduate students, postdocs, residents, and junior faculty as appropriate.
• Participate in seminars, research meetings, and academic service activities.
• Contribute to grant review panels and institutional committees as appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with all regulations related to research and human/animal subjects, if applicable.

Skills

PhD or PsyD

Peer-reviewed publications

External funding experience

Written and verbal communication

Collaborative multidisciplinary work

Education

PhD or PsyD doctoral degree

Job description

University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center: Provost Office: College of Medicine: Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences

Location

University of Oklahoma Health Campus, Oklahoma City, OK

Open Date

May 25, 2026

Description

The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences in the College of Medicine at the University of Oklahoma Health Campus seeks a highly motivated PhD researcher to join its faculty. This position is primarily research-focused and is responsible for developing and sustaining an independent, externally funded research program that advances the scientific mission of the department and institution. The successful candidate will collaborate with clinical and basic science faculty, contribute to interdisciplinary initiatives, and support the academic environment through mentorship and scholarly engagement.

Primary Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a productive, independent research program aligned with departmental priorities.
• Secure and manage extramural funding through federal, foundation, industry, or other competitive sources.
• Publish high-quality, peer-reviewed research and present findings at national and international conferences.
• Collaborate with clinical and translational researchers to advance behavioral and/or psychological discovery.
• Mentor graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, residents, and/or junior faculty as appropriate.
• Participate in departmental seminars, research meetings, and academic service activities.
• Contribute to grant review panels, institutional committees, and professional organizations, as appropriate to rank.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations related to research conduct and human/animal subjects, if applicable.

Secondary / Optional Responsibilities (as applicable)

• Teach or co-teach graduate or medical student courses or seminars.
• Support development of core facilities, shared resources, or collaborative research programs.
• Engage in community outreach or public scholarship related to the behavioral sciences.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• PhD or PsyD doctoral degree
• Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publications.
• Evidence of research productivity and potential for or history of obtaining external funding.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary academic medical environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Established history of independent grant funding (e.g., NIH or equivalent).
• Experience mentoring trainees or junior investigators.
• Expertise in areas complementary to existing departmental research strengths.
• Experience with translational, clinical, or interdisciplinary neuroscience research.

Academic Rank

Open rank with Consecutive Term or Tenure Eligible Appointment based on experience.

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