PSYCHOLOGIST 2

University of California San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Research Psychologist to contribute to groundbreaking clinical trials for Veterans. This role involves direct administration of psychological assessments and behavioral coaching for tobacco cessation, ensuring the highest fidelity in interventions. The ideal candidate will possess a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and a valid California license, with a strong background in working with vulnerable populations. Join a dynamic team at the forefront of mental health research, where your expertise will significantly impact the lives of those you serve.

Qualifications

• Current, valid California psychologist license required.
• Experience working with older adults and cognitive impairment.
• Expertise in tobacco cessation and addiction research.

Responsibilities

• Administer psychological assessments and provide behavioral coaching.
• Monitor fidelity of contingency management interventions.
• Document clinical visits in CPRS and REDCap.

Skills

Clinical Skills

Communication Skills

Motivational Interviewing

Experience with Vulnerable Populations

Education

Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology

Job description

Job Summary

The primary function of this position is to serve as a Clinical Research Psychologist for clinical trials involving delivery of Contingency Management for Veterans with medical and surgical conditions.
The primary responsibilities of the interventionist will include:

• Direct administration of and consultation with psychology trainees in administration of a psychological assessment (MINI Neuropsychiatric Inventory) and delivery of behavioral coaching for tobacco cessation (motivational interviewing techniques included)
• Fidelity monitoring of contingency management intervention for tobacco cessation; and
• Documenting visits in CPRS and REDCap.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $47.66 - $86.06 (Hourly Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

The UCSF Department of Psychiatry and the Langley Porter Psychiatric Institute are among the nation's foremost resources in the fields of child, adolescent, adult and geriatric mental health. Together they constitute one of the largest departments in the UCSF School of Medicine and the UCSF Weill Institute for Neurosciences, with a mission focused on research (basic, translational, clinical), teaching, patient care and public service. UCSF Psychiatry conducts its clinical, educational and research efforts at a variety of locations in Northern California, including Langley Porter Psychiatric Hospital and Clinics, UCSF campuses at Mission Bay and Laurel Heights, UCSF Medical Center, UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals, Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, the San Francisco VA Health Care System, and UCSF Fresno.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in clinical psychology; and knowledges and abilities essential to the successful performance of duties assigned to the position. Current, valid license in California as a psychologist. Out of state licensed psychologist have 180 days to complete licensure requirements in the State of California.

• Excellent clinical skills: experience working with older adults with cognitive impairment or dementia or other vulnerable populations, documenting encounters in clinical notes, and providing referrals and follow-up to clients.
• Excellent communication skills for working with patients, clinic staff, and research staff.
• Clinical background in Veteran health, addiction research, tobacco cessation research and conduct of clinical trials
• Training in motivational interviewing for smoking cessation

Preferred Qualifications

• Possesses education, licenses, and other requirements for credentialing by the UCSF Medical Center and San Francisco VA Healthcare System

License/Certification

• License certified or license eligible in California as a psychologist.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

009383 PSYCHOLOGIST 2

Job Category

Allied Health

Bargaining Unit

University Professional and Technical Employees - Health Care Professionals Unit (UPTE-HX)

Employee Class

Limited Appt

Percentage

15%

Appointment End Date

25-Apr-2026

Location

San Francisco, CA

Work Style

Fully Remote

Shift

Days

Shift Length

Variable