Open Rank of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences in Community Behavioral Health

The Department of Psychiatry and
Behavioral Sciences at University of New Mexico Health Sciences is eager to put
together the right package for an individual with a passion for clinical
psychology and academics, coupled with an interest in joining a team of
talented, caring and dedicated faculty members. Applications are being accepted
for an academic faculty clinical psychologist, suitable for appointment at the
Assistant, Associate or full Professor rank. Positions are currently available
in the Community Behavioral Health Division. Research involvement is possible
for applicants with the appropriate background. This position includes both
clinical and academic opportunities.

As a member of our supportive and
collegial department, the person selected will have opportunities for
multi-cultural clinical care with an emphasis on the treatment of Native
American populations. Scholarly activities are available, including
collaboration with colleagues across the health sciences campus and in rural
communities across the state. There is potential for professional development
in leadership and administration within UNM Health Sciences. Educational
activities include teaching and administration of seminars, mentoring and
supervision of trainees in our APA Accredited Clinical Psychology Internship
Program, as well as medical students, residents, fellows, post docs, trainees
in related disciplines, and participation in educational committees. Salary and
academic rank are commensurate with experience and academic background.

Known for its natural beauty and
temperate climate, Albuquerque is New Mexico's largest city and sits at the
base of the Sandia Mountains on the edge of the Rio Grande Valley. With its
rich multicultural history, active arts community, and proximity to Santa Fe
and Taos, Albuquerque is home to the University of New Mexico, Kirtland Air
Force Base, Sandia National Laboratories, Intel and the Isotopes.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in clinical psychology or related field;
• Clinical experience, minimum 1 year
• Experience working with Native American communities in New Mexico
  providing clinical care to Pueblo populations.
• Experience providing school-based mental health services in Bureau of
  Indian Education Schools and Public Schools in New Mexico serving Native
  American youth and Title I youth.
• Experience working on suicide prevention efforts.
• Licensable in New Mexico.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications:

• Educational, teaching and supervision experience with psychology
  interns, post doctoral fellows and/or trainees in multiple disciplines.
• Experience working with Native American populations, especially youth
  and families from Pueblo communities in New Mexico.
• Experience providing Dialectic Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral
  Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Suicide Prevention.
• Experience working in School-Based Health settings in Bureau of Indian
  Education Schools and Public Schools in New Mexico serving Native American
  youth and Title I youth.
• Experience working on research initiatives related to adolescent
  substance abuse.
• Experience in grant writing and administering federal grants.
• Experience writing technical reports for policymakers.
• Experience with cultural adaptation of evidence based and best
  practices.
• Experience working with the Indian Health Services on suicide
  prevention efforts.
• Experience facilitating webinars on evidence-based practice
  implementation in tribal communities and with Native American populations.
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student
  success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.

Only applications submitted through
the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job
advertisement on a 3rd party site, please
visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

A complete application will include a cover letter addressing each of the minimum and preferred qualifications; a current CV; and the names, addresses and contact information for three professional references. A selection committee will invite the most promising applicants for interviews.

For Additional Information Contact: Deborah Altschul, PhD, Vice Chair for Community Behavioral Health Research at daltschul@salud.unm.edu

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.