Psychologist

American Psychiatric Association; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Oklahoma Health Campus seeks a highly motivated PhD researcher to join the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. This role is primarily research-focused, aiming to develop an independent, externally funded program advancing the department's scientific mission.

You will collaborate with clinical and basic science faculty, mentor trainees, publish in peer‑reviewed venues, and contribute to interdisciplinary initiatives while upholding regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• PhD or PsyD required.
• Demonstrated record of peer‑reviewed publications.
• Evidence of external research funding potential or track record.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain an independent, funded research program.
• Secure extramural funding from federal, foundation, industry sources.
• Publish in peer‑reviewed journals and present at conferences.
• Collaborate with clinical and translational researchers for behavioral/neuroscience findings.
• Mentor graduate students, postdocs, residents, and junior faculty.

Skills

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Research productivity

Education

PhD or PsyD

Job 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.

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.

If you have any questions on the application or position, please email [e-mail].

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